Luxury, especially when associated with old money, is usually reserved for white individuals. Historically, most Black people did not have access to jobs that provided the substantial wealth we now see in places like the Upper East Side. I wanted to envision a world where Black people did have that access — a world where there is no racial wealth gap. I want people who see this shoot to be able to better visualize what black people living in luxury looks like: mansion, preppy outfits, and all.
Photographer: Maxine Wallace
Stylist & Creative Director: Taylor Felder
Models: Braylen & Denise of LModelz
Makeup Artist: Jon Gregory
Nails: Bad Girl Beauty & Nails
Photography Assistant: Aneesah Skinner
Styling Assistant: Abby Slenker
Location: Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site
