FARFETCH x NATAAL

Born into a legendary family from the world of soul and gospel, Whitney Houston grew up among Black music royalty including her mother Cissy Houston and cousin Dionne Warwick. Yet after finding fame, she was sometimes criticised by the African American community for not representing her culture. “Sometimes it gets down to ‘You’re not black enough for them. You’re not R&B enough. You’re very pop. The white audience has taken you away from them’,” Whitney said. These accusations troubled her deeply throughout her too-short life. But the influence she had on global culture and style remains undeniable. Her infectious personality, glowing beauty, incredible voice and personal actions, such as speaking out against Apartheid in South Africa, made her a figure that broke down racial barriers. Today she remains an enduring role model and a eternal star. Creative Direction and Photography: Michael Amofah/ Kvvadwo @kvvadwo Assistant Creative Direction: Tbuzz @tbuzzgram Styling: Ramadhan Designs @ramadhan_design x Michael Amofah @kvvadwo Model: Fenet Ginbo @Fenet_g Retoucher/ post production: Loveit @loveit_retouch Hairstylist: @houseofcherir House of Cherir To celebrate Black History Month, @farfetch has collaborated with @nataalmedia – a global publication celebrating contemporary African fashion – to celebrate and explore Black style, in all its forms. Stay tuned for more. #farfetchworld Nataal Team: Creative direction Marie Gomis-Trezise (@mariegtee) Art direction Precious Opara (precious___opara) and Delali Ayivi (@delaliayivi) Words Helen Jennings (@hellojennings)