Style Review

Every now and then I go through my previous fashion pictures to evaluate my style.  I look to see if and how my style has evolved and what I can do to dig deeper into my art.  This time, instead of going through my pictures by myself, I'm going to openly go through them using the S&E platform so that my readers can give their opinions as well.  So let's get to critiquing!

For those that will be critiquing me, "keep in mind that I'm an artist....and I'm sensitive about my shit!" - Erykah Badu

Simplicity - my overall style theme.  I like to keep it classic with a touch of pizzazz.   

As you continue to scroll you will notice that I love incorporating black in most of my ensembles. 

Some different color shoes besides black would have been funkier with the style above. 

Finally, some color!

I absolutely love my blue jean blouse!  I think this will be a staple in my wardrobe for a while. 

I can't get enough of black.  Don't judge me!

You got to love a good Carrie Bradshaw look!

I actually will not wear the skirt above again.  Don't ask me why....I'm just over it. 

Distressed jeans are at the top of my fashion list.  They go good with everything - especially my vintage mink!   

From looking through these pictures, I have come to the conclusion that I need to try adding more pop colors to my wardrobe.  Although black is my ultimate shade, it won't hurt to branch out and try other colors in the spectrum.  I will also tie in more prints.  Spring is approaching and this is the perfect season to play with shapes, flowers and loud colors. 

Any other suggestions on turning up my style?

- Samjah Iman

Black is the New Black

The color isn't the new black - the race is.  Being black is wonderful.  Recently fashion artists, music artists, and some community leaders are bringing national attention to our struggles and our magnitude.  Black people are trendsetters, creative souls, intelligent, talented, and resilient.  Although it has taken a while for some of us to understand just how beautiful and powerful we are as a people, it seems to be finally catching on.  

We have amazing ancestors who have paved the way for us.  We should not only honor them during Black History Month, but we should pay homage to them everyday by hustling harder, treating ourselves with more respect and by becoming more united as a culture. 

When I read quotes from leaders like Angela Davis or reflect on the accomplishments of Harriet Tubman, I get an urge to be great.  Their struggles and achievements inspire me to be unapologetic, authentic, and to inspire others to do the same.  My message to my people is let's continue to cultivate and embrace our roots.  Let's grow mentally, spiritually and financially and give our children the appropriate resources to do the same.  I truly believe what rapper Kendrick Lamar chants in his one of his songs on his recent album (which is actually my favorite song of 2015), "We gone be alright!"       

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                                                                                                                                     - Samjah Iman