Whitney Alese
Bio
Writer. Blogger. Podcaster. A stylish goofball with social justice leanings.
Stories (18/0)
- Top Story - June 2019
Why Kim Kardashian's "Kimono" Is Rightfully Catching Major HeatTop Story - June 2019
Another day, another Kardashian or Jenner appropriating someone else's culture. This time, it's Kim Kardashian-West with the announcement of her new shapewear line. No, it's not the shapewear itself or the hues causing the trouble. It's the name of the shapewear line, called Kimono. Kimono, as in the long, loose robes with wide sleeves tied with a sash that were originally worn as a formal garment in Japan. Chosen because, well, Kim is part of Kimono. Duh.
By Whitney Alese5 years ago in Styled
Amber Rose Pedals Flat Tummy Tea for Pregnant Women
Amber Rose is promoting Flat Tummy Tea for pregnant women. The SlutWalk Founder and supposed feminist posted to her social media a photo of herself holding a packet of the tea while sporting a long blond wig and a very pregnant belly with the caption that reads,
By Whitney Alese5 years ago in Viva
Beyoncé Is Allowed to Create Stuff You Don’t Like
Beyoncé is having a week in recent news, none of which is her fault. Last week, a video from the NBA Finals showed Beyoncé visibly uncomfortable as the Golden State Warrior’s majority owner’s wife hollered over her to Beyoncé’s husband to ask him for his drink order, which sent the Beehive in to a ridiculous online bullying campaign that Beyoncé’s own publicist had to address to quell her frantic fans' online rage.
By Whitney Alese5 years ago in Styled
- Top Story - June 2019
Baby Phat Is Back!Top Story - June 2019
I am old enough to remember the original Baby Phat. This brand was one of few that catered to curvier figures with denim that stretched across the hips of hippies kids to hip hop lovers, all baring a stitched slender kitten on the back pocket.
By Whitney Alese5 years ago in Styled
"I Love Being Black"; Rihanna on Fenty First-Look and Fashion as a Woman of Color
Rihanna has proved herself a skilled entrepreneur. From her musical roots as a performing artist, she launched into fashion with a partnership with PUMA and her lingerie line, and into the beauty space with her industry-shaping beauty brand.
By Whitney Alese5 years ago in Styled