Everyone has a dark side. I mean everyone. Whether you like to admit it or not, you have one, and you suppress it constantly because we are afraid of judgement. Namilia was BEGGING to be judged. It pushed the lines of what is hidden in your subconscious. You wanted to scream with excitement with every look that came down that runway, finally someone saw the really raw part of how everyone feels but no one wants to say. These looks were pushing the boundaries of how society perceives celebrity, and politics, it made you uncomfortable but you couldn’t help but look in awe. This was your split personality in your face, unapologetically.
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I think we’re always looking for our true selves, the ones we were before we were told what is socially acceptable. When I was in my early 20’s I had this black wig. I would wear it sometimes out during the day for no special reason and then when I went out on the weekends with friends. It’s not that I didn’t want to be me, but when I put on that wig, something amazing happened. I was an enigma, I was untouchable, immortal, sexy, powerful. I was everything I felt I couldn’t be because I was told I wasn’t allowed. Whether it be from my parents, or certain friends saying I was weird for wanting to feel these things. In this black wig, I didn’t hide. I was more outspoken than ever. I think its true that with age comes wisdom, and I have a lot to thank that wig for. I became less apologetic for having a voice and being perceived by others how they wanted see me. I don’t need to apologize for being rebellious. That dark side is a part of me and I am part of it. There is nothing wrong with that.
Namilia was scary, post apocalyptic, unapologetic, and opinionated. It made fun of the fact that we are somewhat controlled by others, “we are just a toy” was printed on a shirt while photos of Trump surrounded by the american flag said “you can put it anywhere”. We kind of let parts of us get controlled out of ignorance. It reminded me that your voice matters no matter the cost. You need to keep that dark side of yourself to help contribute to your voice.
I would actually buy and wear this jacket, the straps on the arms are my favorite! Clearly this outfit is not for the faint of heart but that was the point. And I’m in love!
I think Madonna needs this look ASAP. This is almost post apocalyptic, one of my favorites.
The details on this head piece make me swoon. It’s so regal and feminine but the chains give it that slight rebellious edge.
I loved this because it reminded me of something the three musketeers might wear. This is after all, a line inspired by revolution.
Photos: Casey Muller
