As a fashion student, I've been groomed to admire the work of the European greats. The simplicity of Chanel! The architecture of Balenciaga! But as of late, the antics of the luxury brands haven’t been awe-inspiring.
racist fashion
michelle obama
In my graduate-level fashion program, the majority of the students are, in fact, black women. There are seven of us in a class of 12. But that ratio changes drastically when we look at the industry.
hair
Somehow a movement that began as a way to encourage black women to be free with their hair suddenly turned hostile to women doing just that.
consumer culture
You are a gift and a curse, Forever 21. For today, while you are friendly companion to my pitiful grad school budget, one day you will become the antithesis of everything I stand for, as a newly-minted fashion designer.
black hair
Black beauty culture isn’t disappearing; it’s being revamped.
diet
There was a point in my life, about two years ago, when I decided that my diet needed a nutritional upgrade. But when I tried to take those changes home? Whooo boy.
boyfriends
Basically, my boyfriend wants me to help him build a new, more stylish wardrobe, but I'm not into other chicks sizing up my work.
michelle obama
Skinny jeans a pretty much a wardrobe staple these days, so why was I so surprised to see the first lady in 'em?
body image
Here’s the thing: I know people mean well when they compliment you on your weight loss. But what if said weight loss is totally unintentional?
boy shorts
Have you ever been the voluptuous girl in a room full of lithe dancers? Even when they’re your friends, it can mess with you. I had the biggest everything.
