"We should embrace what makes us different, our different styles, our creativity. You should wear whatever seems true to you. If that means wearing a tux, if that means wearing a short dress, a floor-length dress, or whatever the case is - do what feels right to you. Try not to get in trouble though!"
About Chantelle Brown-Young
Chantelle Brown-Young — Life and Legacy
Chantelle Brown-Young, a model and advocate, has made significant strides in promoting self-acceptance and resilience, particularly in the face of adversity. Her journey with vitiligo has not only shaped her identity but also inspired many to embrace their uniqueness. Brown-Young's quotes reflect her core belief that beauty is not merely skin deep; she asserts, 'I am not my scars,' which challenges societal perceptions of beauty and encourages individuals to look beyond physical appearances. Through her work, she has become a voice for those who feel marginalized due to their differences. Her insights reveal a profound understanding of the struggles many face regarding self-image and acceptance. By sharing her experiences, she highlights the importance of resilience in overcoming obstacles and societal judgments. Today, Brown-Young's messages resonate deeply, reminding us that true beauty lies in authenticity and self-love. Her advocacy continues to empower others, making her quotes relevant and impactful in conversations about identity and acceptance.
Quote collection
Chantelle Brown-Young quotes
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"Some rules are there for a reason - but it's one thing to have a rule that protects and another to have rules that stifle. I've seen a lot of those articles and I thought they were unreasonable when I was in school, but they're getting a little bit out of hand now. We should embrace what makes us different, our different styles, our creativity."
"I feel like I have so many amazing opportunities because of my immigrant mother, my immigrant grandparents. There are so many of us who do come from immigrants - even some people who support Trump's travel ban. I think we need to take a step back and realize what the real issues are - it's not being from different places or being different."
"I think we need to take a step back and realize what the real issues are - it's not being from different places or being different."
"We're in a time when bashing is the norm - especially on social media, where everybody's online and no one interacts face-to-face. There's a quote I found yesterday - it was hilarious: "People need to chill, like literally, we're floating in space on a giant rock we can't leave. Look at the stars or something instead of being awful." You think of floating on a rock in space as so alien, but that's exactly what we're doing."
"All the girls in the industry are really all about making different the norm. Everyone really wants that to stop being a movement and start being normal. It shouldn't be a movement when someone casts a bunch of black girls, or a girl who isn't the typical size, or someone with freckles. It should be an everyday thing."