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Monyetta Shaw-Carter‘s jaw-dropping tribute to the late legendary Aaliyah has gone viral among the fans. Photos from the newly released Grind Pretty show Shaw-Carter channeling the trinity of Aaliyah’s signature mystery, grace, and cool. Against a stark, moody, high-fashion backdrop, a raven seems to be taking on a darker fairy tale quality, standing behind her in her crisp black attire, luscious waves, and bold red lips. Give me that magical vibe any day!
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This shoot went down as a love letter to Aaliyah’s lasting influence, a collaboration with The Museum of Nail Art. Shaw-Carter didn’t just pose; one may argue she quite literally became the icon. The very essence- from understated swagger to muted intensity- are the qualities that made Aaliyah unforgettable. And judging by all the comments, I think Shaw-Carter nailed it!
“Thank you so much!!! It was such an honor to pay tribute to the incomparable Aaliyah,” Shaw-Carter wrote in the comments. “I’ve ALWAYS loved her style, grace, and music. This shoot was everything!!! Every single person was on point.” The love kept pouring in from her fans and collaborators: “Creole Gothic Goddess!🔥🔥🔥” to “Definitely the IT GIRL!!!”
The all-star cast behind the scenes included Danita Bethea on photography, Keep It Classy for nails, Jeremy for makeup, and Aisya Washington on styling, to name but a few. Everything in the wardrobe and atmosphere evoked that sense of high-fashion homage. And about that raven? Chef’s kiss.
Since the tragic loss of Aaliyah, this legacy has grown stronger, and tributes such as these help to keep her spirit alive within the culture. The all-black style icon and premier fashionista Shaw-Carter was just the perfect one to take that torch over. Remembering Aaliyah was never just for the sake of nostalgia; it reminded everyone that whether she is presently gone or not, Aaliyah still dominates in fashion and beauty.
Hey, in case you need an excuse to treat yourself with a copy of the entire spread, the latest issue of Grind Pretty just hit online download!
Many celebrity tributes nowadays are seen as empty gestures, but this one is truly different. Shaw-Carter didn’t just wear the role-she embodied it-perfectly iconic. Aaliyah herself would have been proud, I reckon.
And that is just the proof that legends never die. Timeless style. Timeless impact. Here comes Monyetta, laden with the same star power to share indeed!
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