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Lack of Diversity in Cosplay

Lack of Diversity in Cosplay

Cosplay can be described as the physical representation of one’s love for a character in a manga, comic book, tv show, or movie. Cosplay provides people with community, a common cause, and a chance to express themselves creatively. Characters embodied in cosplay are often white (or white passing)...
Girlboss or Gatekeep? The Demise of Pop Feminism's Greatest Myth

Girlboss or Gatekeep? The Demise of Pop Feminism's Greatest Myth

She’s usually clad in designer, monochromatic pantsuits with an overpriced espresso in hand. She’s monopolized hustle culture with catchy hashtags and aesthetically pleasing infographics. She is the coalescence of feminism and capitalism.  We’ve all seen her. She’s the #Girlboss.  Histo...
Colorism, and the Erasure of Dark Skin in Advertising

Colorism, and the Erasure of Dark Skin in Advertising

A global history of colonization, slave trade, and the marginalization of darker skinned people has affected the way in which advertisers' market to consumers. The assumption is that a white audience is the standard, meaning that any deviation from that standard is immediately categorized as “oth...
InStyle Press: Black Owned Lingerie Brands

InStyle Press: Black Owned Lingerie Brands

After pandemic induced calls for justice, the outrage from many who did not fit the lingerie archetype brought many comprehensive brands to the forefront. Instyle Magazine captures this new generation of undergarment brands redefining inclusivity and accessibility for all. Instyle’s list of black...