Showing posts with label instagram. Show all posts
Showing posts with label instagram. Show all posts

04/06/2020

21 of my fav black IG accounts

Considering what is going on in USA (e.g. the constant murder of innocent black people) and that finally white people are opening their eyes to the oppression and racism black people face, I am trying to do what I can to educate myself and others. I believe now, more than ever, it is important to listen to what black people have to say, to amplify their voices, to support black businesses and to stand up against racism. Being silent is not enough. Pretending racism does not concern you and ignoring your white privilege is part of the problem.
So, I would like to share 21 of my favourite black IG accounts, where you can not only educate yourselves on #blacklivesmatter, but also support black businesses and artists.

21 of my fav black IG accounts:

  • @joyjah (Joyjah Estrada) - model/fashion
  • @jasmeannnn (Jasmine Brown) - lashes/fashion/model/makeup
  • @cydbee (Cydnee Black) - beauty & lifestyle
  • @tashjanecollins (Tashjané Collins) - makeup
  • @thejungalow (Jungalow) - plants/interior design
  • @marie_mag_ (Candance Marie) - model/fashion
  • @iamcharityleigh (Charity Leigh) - makeup
  • @elmayahh (Eleni Asimaki) - model/fashion
  • @marianna_painesi (Mariana Painesi) - model/fashion
  • @heidincloset (Heidi In Closet) - drag queen
  • @jaidaehall (Jaida Essence Hall) - drag queen
  • @vanessa_gyimah (Vanessa) - makeup
  • @alissajanay (Alissa) - model/fashion
  • @monicastylemuse (Monicastylemuse) - blogger/style/makeup
  • @chaulegend (Chaun P.) - nail art
  • @sheamoistureuk (SheaMoisture UK) - hair brand
  • @kevin.laroy (babyface killa) - tattoo artist
  • @kattatgirl (Kat Tat) - tattoo artist
  • @itskitsovain (Miss Kitty Sovain) - TV personality/makeup
  • @latriceroyale (Latrice Royale) - drag queen
  • @meechdoodle (Meech) - illustration/comics

04/06/2018

Social Media

A reminder that the majority of what you see on social media isn't true or a representation of reality.
Most people choose to show their best moments, the cool pictures, the travels, the expensive meals...
It's all calculated and more than often staged. 
Which is understandable, as society and the media have conditioned us to believe we need to seem 'perfect' and hide anything 'ugly' under the rag. If you do otherwise you're judged, severely and viciously.
So, to anyone who sees those posts, images, stories -that have all been polished and edited to fit the notion of a 'perfect life'- and feels miserable, depressed or less than:
You're enough. Your life and experiences are valid. You don't need to conform to a make-believe 'utopia' or restrict and reshape yourself to 'fit in'.
Be kind to yourself. Take your time.