Veronica - xoJane

Is This Fashion Racist or Just Controversial?

Veronica — Tue, 02 Oct 2012 10:30:00 -0400

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.

Why Michelle Obama Wearing Tracy Reese at the DNC Was So Important to Me

Veronica — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 15:00:00 -0400

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.

Why I Stopped Blogging About Natural Hair

Veronica — Tue, 31 Jul 2012 14:00:34 -0400

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.

Dear Forever 21, We're Breaking Up

Veronica — Thu, 21 Jun 2012 15:00:25 -0400

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.

On "The End" Of Black Beauty Culture

Veronica — Fri, 15 Jun 2012 14:00:28 -0400

Black beauty culture isn’t disappearing; it’s being revamped.

Bougie Lettuce, Or Why I Stopped Trying to Change My Family's Diet

Veronica — Fri, 01 Jun 2012 17:00:22 -0400

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.

I'm Too Jealous to Upgrade My Boyfriend's Wardrobe

Veronica — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 12:00:22 -0400

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 Wore Skinny Jeans and I Sorta Died

Veronica — Fri, 06 Apr 2012 14:00:24 -0400

Skinny jeans a pretty much a wardrobe staple these days, so why was I so surprised to see the first lady in 'em?

Stop Telling Me I Lost Weight

Veronica — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 10:00:10 -0500

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?

Do This Don't: Dance in Your XXL Undies

Veronica — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 09:00:06 -0400

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.