(SOLD 🙏🏾)
With the deepest gratitude and full heart ♥️ ,
I extend my sincere appreciation to the African Rising Initiative
@africanrisinginitiative , the Rescue Women’s Foundation of Uganda
@rwf_2017 , The El Paso Museum of History
@epmuseumofhistory , and The Mexican American Cultural Center
@elpasomacc for believing in this vision and creating space for something truly powerful to unfold ✊🏾🖤🔥🙏🏾
To be welcomed into such revered institutions and collaborative spaces is an honor beyond words. A very special and heartfelt thank you to Aixa
@aixarret and Eric
@yooo.its.eric your trust, openness, and commitment to global storytelling through art and fashion made it possible for JunkApproved to be featured for the very first time at the Museum of History!!!
The featured look itself was created with deep cultural intention, honoring the profound importance of cattle in Uganda 🇺🇬 a prized and sacred animal whose presence extends far beyond sustenance, playing a vital role in the creation of clothing, jewelry, utensils, weapons, and so much more. The necklace created by ladies of the
@rwf_2017 is comprised of cow horn and hand beaded tassels. This moment was not just a debut, but a milestone: a truly historic and epic international collaboration of fashion and art that celebrated heritage, craftsmanship, and cultural respect during the very first African Heritage Week. What was created together will resonate far beyond this moment, standing as a testament to what is possible when communities unite with purpose, reverence, and love.
Forever ♾️ Thankful 🖤🌹
