On a recent July night, RM47 lit up South Central Los Angeles with their infectious track “Buss It,” making a strong case for song of the summer. The audience's electric reaction suggested that Raleigh and MAAD were seasoned 90s veterans performing a cult classic, rather than millennial stars presenting a track released in May.

Black self-expression and self-perception have always been tools of liberation. When deciding on my Juneteenth outfit, I aimed to evoke enthusiasm, optimism, and joy. I wanted to be bold, loud in a celebratory way, to take up space. Enter: The Tango Midi Dyana dress from Sabby Lou Knit.