I started the blog for Boston's chapter of Strike Magazine. It has flourished since my involvement and will always have a special place in my heart. It started as a channel for my creative thoughts and has become a safe place for many other writers since.
Art: Mishel Chen
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Small Towns: A Prison For Creativity
"I’m pretty used to this reaction from various members of my small town in Pennsylvania. My entire life I have been referred to as "extra" or abnormal in my style and presentation. Once I came to school in Boston, I realized presenting the way you want is not only normal but self-actualizing. Regardless of my growth, every time I return to my small hometown I can't help but be sucked back into a mindset of “otherness.”A makeup look, consisting of nothing more than white eyeliner, would turn heads as if I had plastered a profanity across my forehead. "
Should I Wear A Belt?
"One statement that I could never escape whenever I would try out these trends would be, “why don’t you just add a belt?” While this comment was always meant to help, it made me feel that the only way I could appear fashionable was when I would force a desired body shape. With the increase in babydoll dresses and experimentation of alternative silhouettes, I can only hope that the crutch of a belt will soon fade."
Art: Sav Galbert
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Art: Anita Emokpae
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Leggings to Lingerie: Halloween Costumes of the Modern Era
"Whether it was a cultural movement, or simply emulating celebrities or popular media, sexy costumes have been a staple of our community for a long time. So, if you’re ever nervous while you’re planning out costumes for Halloweekend, remember that extravagant Halloween costumes are a timeless expression of feminism and autonomy. Therefore, no one can stop you from choosing lingerie over leggings."
Making High Fashion Accessible
"High fashion. It is described as the expensive, luxurious, and typically very unique designs pulled straight from the runway. These designs tend to be difficult to come across and buy due to their rarity and surging price tags. Although if you find yourself wanting to take part in such high-quality fashion trends, there are four ways to make high fashion accessible: influencers, accessories, newsletters, and uncensored self-expression."
Art: Anita Emokpae
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