On the streets of America, protest often shows up in plain sight — emblazoned across T-shirts, scrawled onto signs, pinned to jackets as badges of resistance. But what about making that statement in jewelry? Why not let it swing boldly from your ears? I first spotted these colorful, unapologetic Fuck ICE earrings on the Instagram account of artist and designer Prince Peacock, whose work I’ve followed since Flame Con in 2019. With their wildly topical message dangling from your lobes, there’s no mistaking the intent: stand up to unlawful oppression and defend your rights — and the rights of others. Continue reading Pink Thing of The Day: F*ck ICE Earrings By Prince Peacock→
It’s not an overreach to claim that social media has democratized fashion. With just a smartphone and internet connection, it’s possible for anyone to share their style and fashion sensibilities to their digital communities.
The continuing popularity of social media platforms has made it possible for influencers from all walks of life to contribute to shaping trends and redefining how brands connect with consumers. By being strategic with their collaborations, influencers have become powerful voices in setting styles, creating demand, and fostering connections between brands and their audiences. Continue reading How Influencers Are Redefining Fashion Through Social Media Collabs→
Running a business online can be challenging. If you’re not keeping up with the latest tricks, your competitors might leave you in the dust. Take Instagram, for example. It could make you seem outdated if they’re using automatic messages and you’re not. That’s not the vibe you want to give off in today’s fast-paced digital world. Continue reading How to Send Automatic Direct Messages on Instagram→
Artist Drea Cofield found out the hard way that the morality police behind social media platforms run by Meta can be wildly arbitrary and merciless. While working on pieces for her 2023 solo exhibit at Galleri Urbane in Dallas — just a few weeks before the show was set to open– Cofield’s Instagram account was shut down immediately after promoting the exhibition. Entitled Send Nudes, the exhibit showcases paintings of selfies sent to the artist by consenting adults who understand how their images will be used. Instagram wasn’t hearing it.
Social media can be both a blessing and a concern, especially when it comes to your kids. If you’re worried about your child’s online safety, particularly their activity on platforms like Instagram, you’re not alone. Here’s how to track your kid’s Instagram activity for your peace of mind and online safety. Continue reading How to Track Your Kid’s Instagram Activity→
