What Inspires You? With Splendid
Thank you to Splendid for sponsoring this post. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
What Keeps Me Inspired?
It's hard to narrow it down to just one thing. As an actor, I am constantly inspired by my surroundings, struggles, curiosities, and life experiences. My inspiration varies from day to day. The juxtaposition of dark and light, and all that's in between, sparks a fire within me. I’m inspired to write and create stories with my photos. I'm inspired by nature, shapes, shadows, and the mysteries and vulnerabilities they create through imagery and storytelling. Acting, music, and dance constantly inspire my creative spirit and expression of self and my feelings. I'm uplifted by the places I travel to and the unfamiliar foods I (sometimes reluctantly) try. The smell of roses. Trying new things. Stepping outside of my comfort zone. It all drives me to continue to be honest with myself and express my truth creatively and passionately, however that may be.
I'm inspired by my mother, and her strong will to fight against her illness and carry on with a heartwarming smile. I'm inspired by other strong women & peers, especially fellow women of color, who continue to push forward despite the challenges that come their way. I'm inspired by my own obstacles, and the willpower to overcome them.
My clothes also inspire me to be free. It allows me another outlet to express myself. I've never been one to follow trends, and prefer to wear what fits my individuality, mood & personality. Splendid's latest inspires me to be comfortable in my own skin and relish in that freedom. I feel sexy, comfortable, and confident.
True to You with Splendid
My moody self loves contrast, like this stripe dress. I also love neutrals, for all of life that's in between, like these jersey beach pants & black jersey top or sandwash cross back dress. Sometimes, I wear color too, for those more joyous days and feelings, like this adorable floral print ruffle dress.
As I've become more comfortable as a 30-something, the need for quality of life & quality wear increased with it. Splendid never seems to go out of style, and the lightweight, breathable fabric is perfect for this LA heat. My style is like my life, always changing and ever-growing, with a little edge. I love dressing according to how I feel in the moment, which allows a lot of versatility & spontaneity.
