#brown skin girl
Flowers for The Lady
Yes, you deserve appreciation
Yes, you deserve respect
Yes, you deserve love and laughter
Yes, you deserve rest
Yes, you deserve forgiveness
Yes, you deserve chances to learn from your mistakes
Yes, you deserve respresentation
Yes, you deserve equal pay
Yes, you deserve to lead
Yes, you should express your anger
Yes, you should show your pain
Yes, you should honour your tears
Yes, you should put yourself first
Yes, you should desire the best for your life
Yes, you should further your education
Yes, you should step out on faith
Yes, you should embrace your spirituality
Yes, you should ignore the naysayers
Yes, you should show up and show out
Yes, you should breathe
Yes, you can sleep
You are what you think, see and feel
Be blessed
And move with intention
You can do it Sis
Déolà
Author - @iameriwa
Model - @aapioo
Photography - @caramia
Focus on You
Instead of worrying about what others might say, do, or think, just try to remain focused on yourself
Remember, you don’t need the applause or recognition of others to be great, just shine!
Easier said than done, but appreciating yourself doesn’t need to be hard Sis.
Stay blessed and focused
Déolà
Author - @iameriwa
Model - @theferow
Photography - @jordanviision
Hair - @reeree_stylez
Lizzo is Queen
Melissa Viviane Jefferson, known professionally as Lizzo, is an award winning singer, rapper, songwriter and flutist.
Lizzo is multifaceted
Lizzo is multitalented
Lizzo is stunning
Lizzo is beautiful
Lizzo is a trailblazer
Lizzo is a real model
Lizzo is an influencer
Lizzo is hard working
Lizzo deserves all her trophies and accolades
Lizzo doesn’t deserve to be hated on for being a “big girl”
Lizzo doesn’t deserve to be disrespected for being comfortable in her own skin
Lizzo doesn’t deserve to be ridiculed for being vulnerable
Lizzo doesn’t deserve to be harnessed by the so-called body positive community, when she decides to prioritise her physical health and wellness
Lizzo doesn’t have to be your cup of tea but she is loved by millions, including me.
Lizzo is a phenomenal Black woman
Period.
If Adele and other non Black women like her can be celebrated solely on their talents, so should Lizzo.
It is a great shame that Black women in the music industry only achieve mainstream success if they are overtly sexual i.e.raunchy, eye candy, sole purpose to provide sexual pleasure (typically to men)
And of course fair skinned,slim, basically far removed from presenting any African phenotypical features.
Please support Black women for their God given talents the way you honour and celebrate Adele (a white woman) for just being a singer/songwriter.
Lizzo is basically the Black equivalent of [big] Adele only Lizzo has a more bubbly personality.
Some might say Adele comes without any gimmicks, that may be true but remember the barrier to international stardom and success isn’t the same for Black women ♀️
Author - @iameriwa
Model - Lizzo
Invest in yourself
Dear Black women,
In order to secure a comfortable future, you must first invest in yourself.
Invest in your education and career.
Invest in your wellness, take care of your spiritual, physical, and mental health.
Invest your time doing things that bring you joy, peace and happiness.
Surround yourself with people who can advance your mindset, skills, network, and understanding of the world.
Be comfortable with being uncomfortable, that’s where amazing things happen.
Stretch yourself but don’t overdo it
Rest
Breathe
Repeat
Use each day as an opportunity to share your awesome talents with the world, your community, your family, and circle of friends.
Be encouraged
Be encouraging
Be empowered
Be empowering
Be inspired
Be inspiring
Be everything you want to be
But most of all, be YOU
Remain blessed Black Queens ❤️
Author - @iameriwa
Model - Crystal Renée @luvcrystalrenee
Black Mixed fishing
I don’t want to spend too much time on this “hot” topic. So here are my thoughts on the mixed fishing phenomena…
1. I’ve noticed that average looking non-richly melanated women, who dont meet the conventional beauty standards i.e. slim, blonde and white, tend to partake in mixed-fishing shenanigans. In an attempt to appear more “desirable”, they use cosmetics, non-invasive/invasive surgery to alter their natural average features with hopes of looking : racially ambiguous, exotic, or of mixed heritage… because in “urban” culture such looks are considered beautiful.
2. If you are blessed to be an offspring of two Black parents, you shouldn’t feel offended or disappointed by this nonsense, because these white women aren’t contributing to our dehumanisation or erasure. If anything, their actions are negatively impacting mixed women.
3. Accordingly, Black women I urge you to put down your capes, and let mixed women and the ignorant self hating black men (who worship white/mixed women) fight this battle…it isn’t any of our beautiful black business.
Stay blessed and highly favoured Queens
Author - @iameriwa
Models - Leigh-Anne Pinnock and Jesy Nelson
Praise be to God
From the age of five I was instructed to take care of my Mum and Sister.
Why would anyone ask a child to take on such responsibility?
I wasn’t old enough to question the instruction, so did my best to adhere.
You see my Dad died when I was five, and at that time, my baby sister was barely one.
My Mum was constantly in and out of the hospital, managing an inherited red blood cell disorder.
I had no choice but to grow up, and do so fast.
Becoming responsible at such a young age was a gift and a curse.
I didn’t get a chance to enjoy my childhood, or my teenage years because I wasn’t considered a child.
Everyone who could, took advantage.
That being said, all my experiences prepared me for the many challenges I’ve been through and overcome.
I’ve always been wise beyond my years, and felt a sense of duty to care for my loved ones, before myself.
However, now I’ve established healthy boundaries.
I do things out of love not obligation.
I don’t allow anyone to emotionally abuse me or guilt trip me.
I don’t give anyone my hard earned money whenever they ask because they’ve been irresponsible with their finances.
I don’t allow anyone into my space if their energy isn’t right or aligned with mine.
I don’t wait for anyone’s appreciation, applause or approval, I don’t need it.
I don’t hold malice but where necessary I will keep my distance.
I don’t have any expectations so don’t get disappointed, just pleasantly surprised.
I’ve stop holding people to my standards, I know we are all different, and have different paths.
I’ve let go of all my hurt and anger
I’ve realeased all my past pain and embrace my present, while remaining optimistic about the future.
I love myself first
I prioritise my needs first and don’t apologise for doing so
I’m focused on my mental, physical and spiritual growth and that’s it.
I’m blessed and highly favoured
I let God guide my footsteps and walk confidently moving forward.
Praise be to God - Amen
Author - @iameriwa
Photography - @xander.foto
Model - @attrvcion
Hair - @tossedtresses
Stylist - @talyseanir_
Focus on your own race
Whatever talent(s) God gave you, please ensure to cultivate and nurture them daily.
If you maintain a genuine interest (and passion) for what you’re doing, there is a strong chance of becoming successful at it.
Just be mindful that the tangible results/rewards of your hard work may look different from others.
Success is a subjective experience, and many people who appear to be living their “best lives” on social media, in private are actually struggling: be it financially, emotionally or spiritually.
Always stay focused on your own race, and run it at your own pace!
Remember, don’t ever compare yourself to someone else. Your only job is to become a better version of the person you were yesterday.
You’ve got this Sis ❤️
Author - @iameriwa
Model - @joray_smiles
Photography - @conceptart_photography
MichaelaCoel
Write the tale that scares you, that makes you feel uncertain, that isn’t comfortable,
I dare you
In a world that entices us to browse through the lives of others
To help us better determine how we feel about ourselves, and to in turn feel the need to be
Constantly visible, for visibility these days seems to somehow equate to success…
Do not be afraid to disappear from it,
From us for a while,
And see what comes to you in the silence.
I dedicate this story to every single survivor of sexual assault
Speech by Michaela Coel
Photography by Vittorio Zunino
Skin Blessed by God
I don’t know who needs to hear this but
Sis, your kinky curly afro hair is beautiful
Your richly melanated skin is beautiful
Your thick juicy lips are beautiful
Your spectacular broad nose is beautiful
Everything about you, from your head to your toes is beautiful
Because BabaGod created you
And The Lord makes no mistakes
So please rise up each and every morning
Basking in the fact that you are BeYOUtiful
In the words of Nas “My African skin gave me the passion to win”
Always remember that Queen
Author - @iameriwa
Model - Mary Sekeye
Photography - Belva Chan
Cherish Her
When a man reaches a state of maturity
He begins to understand the importance of having a good woman by his side.
He doesn’t lie to her,
Cheat on her,
Play games with her heart.
He doesn’t intentionally disrespect her
or diminish her feelings.
Instead he shows through his words and actions how much he appreciates, loves and honours her.
He remains committed through the ups and downs
Giving her the loyalty she deserves.
Author @iameriwa
Models@souffrantnyc-blog
Richly melanated couples
Stable loving families are the bedrock of any society. Let’s celebrate and encourage more people to enter/start good-quality relationships, partnerships, marriages etc.
I pray that every single Black woman finds genuine love, peace and comfort with their destined life partner (Amin Ase ❤️)
Author - @iameriwa
Model - @kristline and @aris__s.a.f
Blessings come with patience
When your neighbor (family/friend/coworker) receives a blessing, that’s a sign God is in your neighbourhood.
Be patient, not sad, as your turn will soon come.
Remember, your timeline and God’s doesn’t always align. However, if The Lord sees fit to bless you, just wait. In your waiting period, be thankful for all the awesome things He had blessed you with throughout your life.
The Lord never changes, our circumstances do, so don’t feel anxious or sad that your prayers and heart desires are yet to be answered.
God’s timing is perfect,
He will never disappoint you,
The Lord will be there for you in your time of need,
He will bless you beyond that which you believed to be possible.
Stay calm and carry on,
God will give you countless reasons to smile
Amin Ase ❤️
Author@iameriwa
Simone Biles
She didn’t quit
She didn’t give up
She didn’t cower
She did what we have been taught
Is the one thing
Magical Black Women
CAN NOT DO
Put ourselves first
Our health
Our bodies
Our minds
Our talent
Our desires
Our strength
Our beauty
Our genius
Our abilities to fly
To soar
To win
Are supposed to be laid at the feet
Of whiteness
Of this nation
Of this world
Offered up like a sacrifice
The rent we are expected to pay
To be seen as
Athlete
Entertainment
Disposable
But never whole
Worthy of protection
Worthy of peace
We are never supposed to
Get off the stage
Leave the competition
Demand solace
Without permission
Permission to be human
Permission to rest
Permission that is always
Denied
She did what
Black Women
are told
We can not do
She took her power
And walked away
She determined what was best
For her
For her soul
Her heart
Her life
We are watching
Learning
Following the trails blazed
Rest should not be a Revolution
But it is
And she is
And that is worth more than
Any medal or title
On earth
Self-care Queen - Simone Biles ❤️♀️
Author - @leslehonore (They replaced with She)
Model - @simonebiles
Photography credit - @sportsillustratedswimsource
Dear Black Women
Untill the energy and support we give to Black men (those we are related to, and otherwise) is privately/ publically reciprocated, I would encourage us to take a back seat. I appreciate that it is in our nature to go out of our way to love, protect and defend our men, (often to our own detriment) but we need to stop putting their needs and wants before our own!
I want to remind you of the racial abuse Black women like Diane Abbott endures on a regular basis. Do Black men collectively run to her defence, support her when she is being trolled, or send her love when she is being hated on by racist bandits? Hmm, no they don’t.
Furthermore, when you ask them why they don’t, many Black men will say “I don’t like politics” or “I’m not interested in supporting the Labour party” oh let’s not forget their favourite excuse “ I don’t like her wig”. Well newsflash, the vast majority of us don’t like football/support the England football team, nor do we find the black footballers hairstyles aesthetically appealing. Yet, we still come out in solidarity of these men whenever they’re being attacked.
Ladies, we need to wise up, as we’re shown on a daily basis that our experiences, feelings and thoughts are not as important or valid in this white supremacist society, and worse still, in our own community. So, let’s proritise ourselves because no one else will. #UncomfortableTruth #DefendBlackWomanhood ❤️♀️
Author@iameriwa
Model @mstrinitysimone
Shop @blackvibetribe
“Diced pineapple…
Tonight you shall reach a height that the sky won’t catch you.
The highest form of my admiration & I ain’t no connoisseur, but I’m kinda sure you will admire my taste…
But before the sun graze ya I’m tryin to see how deep you are & believe me shorty I ain’t talking about no intimate conversation…
I wanna see if I can make you reach things unobtainable when I peek into your nature…& I promise you my goals will exceed any physical pleasure…
I wanna, give you whats better than better…
The better my effort, the wetter her treasure…
The more these mere moments seem like heavens or temporary forevers…”
-Wale
Category is: FACE
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chloe bailey
amandla stenberg
GRAMMY Awards 2021
GRAMMYS
“Pretty women wonder where my secret lies. I’m not cute or built to suit a fashion model’s size
But when I start to tell them,
They think I’m telling lies.
I say, It’s in the reach of my arms,
The span of my hips,The stride of my step,The curl of my lips. I’m a woman Phenomenally.”
Model @efia911
Creative director Askboox
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