Just like I’ve always known what I wanted to be in life, I’ve also always known I wouldn’t want to be anything other than a Black Woman. Even when we are at the bottom of society’s list, I’m proud to be a strong black woman.

My favourite thing about being a woman is how soft we can be without that taking away from our incredible strength. We put this issue together so that we can celebrate that, our journeys, our struggles, our accomplishments, our womanhood and most importantly our sisterhood.

We put this issue together to talk about how what we are fighting is really a fight for all of us. Feminism is not here to divide and make the inferior superior. We are merely fighting for equal rights. For every single person walking on this earth.

I am a feminist. Are you? If not, why not?

For my editorial this month I celebrate a friend’s new collection titled, wait for it,  “I am a Woman”. How fitting right?

Kim and I had fashion studies together at UNAM, she has always been so passionate about fashion  that when I saw her launch this collection, I said to myself;  It’s about time!

Kim Matheus has recently put out a lingerie line under her Couture by Kim brand. It’s a sensual, pro-body short lingerie line that caters to every woman. She custom makes it to your size so it fits they way you want it to.

The sets come in silky and lacy fabric. Colours range from black, white, red and maroon. The texture feels great on your skin leaving you feeling like the sexiest woman alive (because you are).

I went for the maroon set but I definitely need one in every colour.


What was the inspiration behind it?
Kim:
I am a woman was inspired by me and many other  women who work out. Every morning before I start my day I  work out at homes as well as before I go to sleep. I found myself looking at myself in the mirror, took both of my hands from the stomach, went around my back and touched my booty. Hahaha. This is how I look at my results., to see how my body has improved. While analyzing my body I noticed that I need a matching pair of high waist and a bra to see all of me better. This is how  I came up with the mini line of Lingerie/ nighties. Perfect for both day and for a good sleep. Nothing is as amazing to a woman than a matching bra and shorts when you are in your comfort zone.
What message do you want to relay with this collection? 
A lingerie is not about seducing men, no. This collection is  made with being a woman, how you need to embrace your womanhood, to build confidence in you. Whether petite, pear shaped or plus sized. Whether you have stretch marks or difference in skin tone.  The “I am a Woman” collection is for every one of my ladies out there.

Check out her Instagram to see the other sets. You can place an order via her DM or contact number +264 81 373 6191


Till next time,

Betty Sibeso

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