ASCENSION. The underlying theme in Vogue. September issue. While I will never be able to put words together as eloquently as her, my sister will be so proud of this moment. She was excited about this cover, not because it was Vogue, but because of the figure of greatness that will be gracing its cover. Serena Williams. Latisha strategized for weeks about the execution, and the overall look and feel for Serena’s cover, because ultimately she did not want to disappoint our community. I can’t tell you how many times she would sit there disheartened by the lack of knowledge on the manipulation and maintenance of black hair. It can be soft, it can be feminine, it’s deserving of care and love, and to think otherwise is just ignorant and lazy. Thank you @gabriellak_j for pushing to get Latisha on this project, you recognized her fight although you didn’t know what she was up against. @luisalbertorodriguezstudio for capturing Serena’s elegance and femininity, the way Latisha intended. @raisaflowers and @nailglam for showing the world what it means to show up for black women, in an industry where you are forced to compete for the few creative spaces available. And finally, @serenawilliams for looking past my sister’s disability and allowing her to perform her final act of greatness. She gave this one her all. Ladies & Gentle, @serenawilliams for @voguemagazine September Issue 🕊