DO YOU AGREE? “Artists Shouldn’t Have Standards On How They Dress” – Tems

Singer Tems is advocating for artistic freedom in fashion, urging that artists should not be judged or held to a specific standard when it comes to their attire.

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In a recent interview with Essence Magazine, Tems emphasized the importance of individuality and personal style, believing that artists should be able to express themselves authentically through their fashion choices without fear of scrutiny or expectation.

For Tems, her distinctive fashion sense is a genuine reflection of her true self, rather than an attempt to convey a particular message or conform to industry norms.

By embracing her unique style, Tems is encouraging others to do the same, promoting a culture of self-expression and acceptance in the art world.

She said:-

“You should be yourself even if something else is expected of you. You win, automatically, when you are yourself, no matter what that looks like. That’s why there’s variety.”

She argued that there shouldn’t be a standard for dressing, as people’s uniqueness is what makes them special.

“We’re different and are not all meant to be the same. And I know there’s a standard, but there shouldn’t be one. There shouldn’t be a standard for what people should dress like if they’re artists, or what people should dress like if they’re women. I just feel like we’re all unique. There shouldn’t be a requirement. That’s what I mean by standard. There shouldn’t be a requirement or some kind of expectation that you dress a certain way”, she added.

When asked about being a role model for self-love and acceptance, Tems expressed gratitude and reiterated her focus on authenticity.

She encouraged others to embrace their true selves, stating that trying to be someone else is a disservice to oneself.

“I appreciate that that’s what’s coming across. And I do think people should be themselves. I can’t really be anybody else. It’s just not going to work. You are doing yourself a disservice by trying to be someone else. You should just be who you are. Once you start trying, you’ve already missed the road. That’s a takeaway from how I live my life for sure,” she said.