Photography: Lee Britto
Blazer: Odd Jar; Sweatshirt: She's in the mood; Jacket: This one or This one; Earrings: This one or This one or This one; Jeans: H&M Similar here; Boots; H&M ( on sale here)
Photography: Lee Britto
Black Girl Magic
February 21, 2018
I am a gift givers worst nightmare. I never have any idea what I want no matter what the holiday is. Every Christmas, birthday, pollyanna, doesn't matter what the occasion the answer will always be " I don't know get whatever you want to get me". Needless to say this Christmas was exactly the same. My boyfriend asked me what I wanted and I told him to surprise me, and that is exactly what he did. When I opened up my gift I was completely blown away, like scream out loud and jump up and down kind of blown away.
In a time when cultural pride and self love have become imperative within the black community, apparel like this means more than just a cute outfit. "Black Girl Magic" is a phrase that is so commonly used sometimes we don't really think about the reason behind this mantra. When I think of the black women in my life I am reminded of their strength and resilience when faced with seemingly insurmountable adversity, and their ability to be the very backbone for their family, making constant sacrifices for the benefit of others. All the while, remaining completely unbreakable. How can a person have to fight harder then most to attain the same respect as everyone else and still hold their head high and always seemingly come out on top? We are magic. We are infinitely and beautifully magical. When I wear this shirt it's so much more to me then just being " cute " or "fashionable" . It is a reminder that I know my worth, and nothing and no one can devalue me. I am a strong, beautiful, amazing, self aware, black magical woman. As the great Solange Knowles once said ( and yes I said GREAT) " Don't let nobody steal your magic"
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