Afropunk 2015, Brooklyn

I've decided to really start blogging again because I have a lot of things I'd like to share with people and just things I find interesting that I feel others will too. I wanted to start small with this little simple post about Afropunk this year. I don't have many pics because I spent most of my time taking in the scenery and just enjoying it. 

Anyway, this marked my 3rd year attending Afropunk and I have to say it was really cool bringing my siblings with me this time. I missed Saturday this year, but I was able to go on Sunday. Below are just a few snapshots (camera phone pics) mostly from the early part of the day when there was barely a crowd. 

My bro Zach and sis Mia. They also had school the next day.

Mia at the awesome Carol's Daughter booth. 

This lady had the coolest headbands and natural hair t-shirts. 

Handmade awesomeness. 

The designer herself.

I also bought amazing handmade soap from the Blue Bee Bars booth. Our selfie of course.

Loved the statements on these shirts... 

Graffiti. 

The message. Graffiti by Rising Red Lotus @risingredlotus

The lovely Jasmine Nichole. She's pretty & talented.

Maureen Saturne of Indivijewel & a friend.

Watching Lenny from afar.

Me & bae. pic from alerobuttercup.com

I have to admit this was much different from the previous fests I've attended. More commercial than before, more vendors, less performances, probably the same amount of people and just as many beautiful black faces if not more. Also, I really wish there were more punk rock performances because the 2014 fest had an entire stage dedicated to punk rock bands and even had the mini skate ramps set up. 

Colour

To see the rest of the look book, visit bum-cake.com/colour

Colour is my first curated collection where I'm the model. I really wanted to show people who the "bum-cake vintage girl" truly is--she knows what she likes, has a true sense of style and appreciation for fashion, and isn't afraid to try new things...she's me...in a nutshell. The whimsical yet demure garments in this curated collection truly define the "bum-cake vintage girl." I'm constantly inspired by pop culture from previous decades, especially bohemian culture from the 60s-70s. The garments in this collection range from the 1950s-1990s and will take you from day-to-night, which is perfect for any fashionista on the go!

Captured & art direction by Kwesi Abbensetts
Styled & modeled by me (Christiana Greene)!

Hope you love as much as I do! xoxoxoxoxox

To shop the collection, visit bum-cake.com/shopcolour

Reflections

Photos by  J. "Quazi" King

I feel like 2014 just arrived so quickly. For the last few days, I've been thinking about everything that I have or haven't accomplished in 2013 and  what I seriously would like to do in 2014 (in other words, my new year's resolution). What I do know for sure is that I'm truly grateful for all the experiences from this past year (even the unfavorable ones) and I'm eager to see what God has in store for me for this new year. I'm looking forward to learning, building, growing, and just living life to the fullest... I mean we're only here for a moment in time, so why not make it amazing? As I continue to reflect, I can't help but to remember this cool ass time I had at AfroPunk over the summer--the weather was perfect, the crowds were beautiful, the bands were lovely, and I even ran into amazing photographer Quazi (who captured the moments above). It was just an exceptional day and of course I spent it with my best friend (and beau) Brad (also pictured above ;-)). I'm looking forward to more days like this in the new year (especially in the summer). Moving forward, I can't wait to embark on this next chapter. For all of you who are reading this, let's grab tea sometime... soon... in this new year!

To see more of Quazi's work, visit Quazimottoonwax.com

AfroPunk Recap

I arrived at like 10:30am (before it opened) to visit a vendor friend Samantha of Tnemnroda. It was the perfect weather--sunny, breezy, warm. 

           Me and my beau.

         The lovely staff...

       Lovely Samantha of Tnemnroda! 

                   

Soooo I dropped off handmade soap for our new collab... check it here

I love lavender--perfect addition to her designs

     The crowd.

It was a really nice time and to see so many people of various cultures come out for something that is intended to become a movement (social and political) was a beautiful thing. If you happen to be in NY next summer, definitely check it out next time.