The prom dress everyone is talking about

Prom season, better known in South Africa as matric farewell’s, give teens the opportunity to express their individual style.

This prom season no one managed to do it better than Kyemah McEntyre. 

McEntyre is an 18-year-old student attending Cecily Tyson School of Performing Arts, in East Orange, New Jersey.

She managed to showcase her amazing talent and passion for fashion by sketching and designing her very own prom dress.  

The dress that almost broke the internet is absolutely jaw-dropping and pays homage to African culture and prints. 

Kyemah shared her inspiration behind the design on her Instagram page: 

 

I'm Kyemah McEntyre, I am 18 years old and I am undoubtedly of African Descent. As an artist I have a completely different point of view compared to most individuals. I am extremely analytical and observant. Throughout the world, we have people who do not notice each others essence and humanity. We Stunt our collective spiritual growth by allowing assumptions and stereotypes to cloud our mind and thus our physical reality. We let these negative ideas get the best of us, and in turn a world of isolation is manifested by our lack of sensitivity and desire to sympathize with each other. This results in a world in which people live within the confines of their own space, isolated from each other and separated from the rest of the world.Sometimes we get trapped in our own prejudice ways. We don't notice how the idea of a particular type of person changes the way we live our lives. The most creative people are the ones who step out of their comfort zone and take advantage of the world around them. My abilities as an artist allows me to experience the benefits that versatility fosters. Being exposed to all kinds of people and cultures is the muse for my artwork. I am an aspiring artist who is very passionate about the connection between art and the world. I believe that in order for society to gain a wider horizon, we have to be willing to acknowledge other people from differences, beliefs, morals, and values. I would like to take this moment to say that you have to understand who you are because if you leave that space open, you leave your identity in the hands of society. Don't let anyone define you. Beautiful things happen when you take pride in yourself. #blackgirlsrock #kyebreaktheinternet

A photo posted by Kyemah McEntyre (@mindofkye) on Jun 6, 2015 at 2:32pm PDT

 

 

Close ups #nofilter #blackgirlsrock #kyebreaktheinternet #prom2k15 #promqueen

A photo posted by Kyemah McEntyre (@mindofkye) on Jun 5, 2015 at 7:00am PDT

 

#kyebreaktheinternet #fashion #design #Jersey #eastorange #inspiration #blackgirlsrock #queendom

A photo posted by Kyemah McEntyre (@mindofkye) on Jun 8, 2015 at 9:34am PDT

And yes if you were wondering she was crowned Prom Queen: 

 

 

I am beyond grateful, what a magical night. #prom2k15 #kyebreaktheinternet #blackgirlsrock #nofilter #promqueen ✊🏾💕

A photo posted by Kyemah McEntyre (@mindofkye) on Jun 5, 2015 at 6:14am PDT