Inclusion & Diversity

This may be a conversation some people aren't ready to have- but I want to use my social platforms to raise awareness and shed light on things that are near and dear to my heart. With all of the injustices happening not only in 2020- but for quite some time in this world, it is important for us to have the conversation about diversity and inclusion. I know a lot of brands and companies are trying to "do their part" by featuring a black model at the top of their instagram feed, but let's be honest- this is NOT enough and it will never be enough. Pull up for change and hire more POC, have them on your boards that have discussions about racial and political injustices- with having the inclusion of different people, this will bring about different opinions and different opportunities. This is huge for the fashion world- a lot of brands benefit from black culture but refuse to give credit when it's due. I adore fashion and love to model, but a lot of times I see a lack of color in magazines and on fashion pages. It's like being told that as a dark skinned girl in a white fashion world, there' no room for me- but you know what I say to that response? I will make room and I plan to encourage other black people to be proud of their blackness and use it to their full advantage. Our time is now and it will be infinite. 

I've made a vow to myself to focus on sustainable fashion/lifestyle- recycling, buying from antique stores, growing my own food... fast fashion needs to die. 

 

Intimates

Here’s a peak at what’s in my bag:

Trader Joes blush pink roses

Milk makeups kush lip balm & cannabis hydrating face mask

Glossier's birthday balm dotcom

Sailor Moon makeup wand, but of course 

Pacific, dreamy youth rose & peptides lotion

Bijoux bijoux glitter gelee

& last but not least-

In intimate detail by Cora Harrington. I am love with this book. 

Pretty Women

You don't have to be pretty like her, you can be pretty like you!

Living in a world where social media and magazines exist, it can be hard to be confident in yourself because society is constantly telling women to smile more, show less or more skin and giving us false representations of beauty. Beauty is obviously subjective and if you find yourself to be beautiful, that is the ONLY thing that matters. With women's history month upon us- we as women need to do some research and look at all of the women, past and current that inspire us.. Inspiration is the key to success and seeing all of the beautiful, smart and talented women in this world inspires me so much! The next time you think about comparing yourself to another woman, think about the things that you have in common and find a way to motivate yourself and build your own self confidence so that you can be an inspiration to other women as well. Let's hold ourselves as women accountable and stand together, to be stronger than we can be by ourselves... and one last thing, give strangers more compliments, if you like a woman's makeup or her outfit, tell her! Confident women compliment other women and that is what helps make the world go round. 

Xoxo,

Jasmine Amani

Ohh Lulu Lingerie

self love

This year has been a huge eye opener for me. I’ve been focusing a lot on self love and what that means to me. Not society but me... it’s important to feel comfortable in your own skin and the clothes that you choose to wear... I’ve put on a bit of weight and some of my clothes don’t fit the way they used to and for a while I would beat myself up over it. I didn't feel as "pretty" or "confident" as I used to when I weighed 108 pounds. However, the one thing I was failing to realize was how healthy I was feeling- mentally, emotionally and spiritually. One day I looked in the mirror and I said to myself, you were beautiful then and you're even more beautiful now. Embrace the changes that your body goes through, because it's a sign of prosperity. I want women all over the world to love who they are despite what they look like. We are one and we can unite over the struggles of just "existing"as a woman, as a human... I am available if anyone needs to vent- lets learn from each other and help one another bloom.

street fashion

The flowers are blooming!

Spring is slowly approaching, and if I can suggest anything to you for the sunny and breezy days ahead- please stop and smell some flowers and let them know how much you appreciate their beauty. Self care is also important as the days get warmer, as they bring much more pollen, and for those that are sensitive to just about everything; make sure to keep allergy pills on you and drink lots of enchinea tea- it helps build your immunity and helps you fight off colds.

Thanks for visiting my blog...

xoxo Jasmine

i caught a whip of a wisteria field,
my olfactory system
kindly smiles
as i take a deep breath in
and exhale the stress
of my days that have passed...
viciously violet
still in the moment,
swaying softly
with each breeze

poetry: jasmine amani
photography: joshua brown
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Photography: Joshua Brown
Styling/Model: Jasmine Amani

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shadowed honey dreams...

it was like i joined a cult,
the first time i told you no.
i almost choked,
but those two letters,
were the most tasty thing
to ever spill between, my
two juicy lips-
with no apology
and no cuts on my wrist-
that was the day
that i felt you slip
that was the day
i caught a grip...
you are nasty
and your wounds bloom like a cut
deep in the gut,
of the only woman,
you truly loved.


poetry: jasmine amani
photography: joshua brown

all rights reserved

Nasty Women ATL

"She did not want to move, or to speak. She wanted to rest, to learn, to dream. She felt very tired." - Virginia Woolf

To all my nasty women in the Atlanta area. I'd like it berry much if you spread the word about this rad exhibition coming up this summer. If you are an artist or know anyone that would be interested in submitting artwork, tell them to visit www.nastywomenatl.com - for more information/submit artwork.


 

dreamy bedroom