Unapologetically black, unapologetically gay, unapologetically sexual.
For a world that purports to be accessible and inclusive, LGBTQ+ media can be worryingly prescriptive. It's not uncommon to hear phrases like 'no fats, no fems, no blacks, no Asians', or problematic notions like “he's too gay to be black or too black to be gay”. Far from pushing the boundaries of what's beautiful, sexual or even acceptable, the depictions of LGBTQ sexuality -- particularly for black gay men -- have become stagnant.
It was part of my final project at Central Saint Martins. I was studying fashion journalism and after researching for a topic for months, I came across this passage in Man Ray’s memoir,where he speaks about his journey to Paris and seeing trunks filled with wooden objects that included fetish idols from the Congo. Those idols are known as power figures, who are believed to have special powers that solve disputes and cure illness.
It was also about the power of dress, which is something we often disregard. There’s a lot of power play in our day to day lives through fashion. What you choose to wear is a statement of your power. Just knowing that you have the power to create an impact through fashion is something, and nothing makes more of an impact than fetishism. Think about how you style yourself when you go to a job interview: you might wear a nice suit to make a good impression.
Ibrahim Kamara is a huge inspiration to me. He taught me the value of community which I’m sure he learned from the Buffalo Movement and Barry Kamen. Ibrahim really enlightened me on those parts of our community that have passed down teachings from their generation, things like learning how to value yourself and value what you do. Ibrahim helped me feel confident and own who I am.
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