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As a Black woman, who also happens to be a fashion designer, activist (@15percentpledge) and small business owner working with @aoc to create this dress and this message at this particular moment in time was incredibly important. James, the founder of environmentally conscious clothing brand Brother Vellies, is also the creator of the 15 Percent Pledge, which challenges companies to pledge 15% of their shelf space to Black-owned businesses. Rapper Nicki Minaj voiced her vaccine hesitancy in response to the Met Galas jab requirement and in doing so opened up a bizarre can of worms

The trend that began as a way to celebrate marriage has also been adopted by a group of women who you could argue it should have belonged to the whole time: divorcees in their 20s

Plus, the dress features a slit and pockets, making it practical and stylish

I am very much looking forward to wearing this dress