1 Page of 16 in an unprecedented feature for an artist in their prestigious Fall/Winter Catalogue in 1996.
Photography by the legendary Skrebneski
This was cool to come across on Instagram last night.
Individuals : Portraits from the Gap collection (2006).
costumeinstitutelibrary #gapcollection #gap left #jodywatley #herbritts right #henryrollins #albertwatson
Society gets people so messed up in many ways, especially now with the flip side of the positives that can come from social media and the media in general.
Not that I’m a shamen in any way – but sometimes it’s good to know we can all in some way potentially inspire another human being in a positive way. Don’t compare yourself to anyone- love yourself. Many will doubt you – just don’t let the doubter be “you” and don’t try to live someone else’s life.
This is what I shared on my platforms today.
“Be who you are- but know that it will change as you grow through life, don’t be afraid of that – your essence should always remain though no matter the changes of styles, age, and era.I always see “me” – always see “you” –No matter what your profession there will always be forces to try to move you away from you – hold on to yourself.” – Jody Watley – Wattage ⚡️
Image via Instagram/jodywatleystyle and Jody Watley.
1993 A modern day Mona Lisa – Exclusively from Jody Watley’s archives – An unpublished Polaroid of Jody Watley taken for US Weekly photographed by Jon Ragel, hair by Jody Watley, make up by Collier Strong, styling by Jody Watley and Jeannine Braden. @jodywatley @usweekly @jonragel @collierstrong @jeanninebradenla
Timeless.
Photography: Steven Meisel
Thank you: Instagram/jodywatleystyle
Photography: Steven Meisel. –Makeup: Francois Nars — Hair: Oribe
Timeless. 1989. Vintage Jody Watley
A timeless image from 1987, from my monumental solo debut. Photography: Victoria Pearson
There is beauty in simplicity. Follow your dreams, and be yourself no matter what others think or say. Keep moving forward and applying life’s lessons to your journey,
Jody Watley by Michel Comte
“Jody Watley is a name in American music that is widely recognized, yet still not fully appreciated. Her ingenious, stylish videos and multi-threat talents raised the bar not just for dance music, but for women in the business – especially women of color”…Read the full feature: The Shadow League Music, Sports and Culture
From Instagram:
JODY BY LAGIRDUM
It’s always appreciate to be asked thoughtful questions which provide for insightful answers to share and knowledge to share. I enjoyed this one very much.
Jody Watley. Photography: Albert Sanchez
“Catching Up With The Down To Earth Singer” by Amber Claire Bollard on The Examiner.com. Read the full candid article – Here