Still Kicking in My Casual Bodycon Dress + Red Leather Chucks

I was having a conversation with my 93 year old grandmother the other day, and I asked her how she was doing.  Her response was, "I'm still kicking....just not as high."  I giggled.  And I told her as long as she is kicking, then everything is flowing.  I then thought about how I've been feeling a little uninspired and mentally tired lately, but despite those feelings I still get up and do what I have to do.  Sometimes I get a little hard on myself when I feel like I haven't accomplished as much as I think I should.  But then I'm reminded that as long as I'm pushing myself to do something, even if it's small, then it's all good.  

The words my grandmother spoke resonated with me.  It reminded me that there will be times I won't be at my best - my kicks will be lower than usual, and that is totally okay.  As long as I am still kicking, then I am still in the game - and that is half the battle.  

Keep kicking my people...   

- Samjah Iman

Outfit Details: Bodycon Casual Dress // Red Leather Converse Tennis

Flowers on Concrete

Sometimes I have to step away from my all-black ensembles, fresh sneakers, and high heels to let the vulnerable, girly side of my style and persona show.  Wearing any flower pattern portrays this side of me. 

I have this delicate, sweet, and soft nature that is much like a flower.  A flower, however, that is surviving on concrete (i.e. the world).  The world isn't always kind to flowers, but it appreciates their aesthetics.

To all of my flowers who are surviving on concrete, keep blooming.  For our delicate nature and bright colors can make any hard surface gentle.

“Don’t be a hard rock when you really are a gem.”

— Lauryn Hill

Outfit Details:  Flower Dress (old, similar one here) // Tamar Necklace // Steve Madden Sandals