Completely happy Nearly 4th of July!
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Final Friday, I used to be honored to obtain the 2024 Media Award from The Tradition Creators. The ceremony acknowledges these making methods in numerous industries, from styling to CEOs. I used to be honored and humbled to be offered the award by longtime Vogue Bomb Day by day supporter, Angela Simmons.
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For the event, I wore a black designer, in fact! Ken White out of Dallas, Texas did the honors, outfitting me in a bow costume that made me really feel like a present that retains on giving!
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As y’all know, I’ve been at this for nearly 20 years…! It at all times feels good to be acknowledged and seen. In a world filled with pattern, we’re a traditional!
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Try an excerpt from my speech under:
Smootches!
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