Tiffany Mott-Smith, Author at Tagg Magazine

October 17, 2014

Published by Tiffany Mott-Smith and abrown at October 17, 2014

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LGBTQ History #12: Willi Smith Brings Street Couture to the Masses

Parson’s Design School alum and openly gay Philadelphia designer Willi Donnell Smith launched WilliWear in 1975 — a move that would launch his career and make him an institution in fashion design...

October 16, 2014

Published by Tiffany Mott-Smith and abrown at October 16, 2014

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LGBTQ History #11: Bounce Music Originates in New Orleans

It’s been widely propagated that there is no place for queerness in hip-hop. However, for those who know better hip–hop has not only provided an affirming and encouraging backdrop for many queer artists...

October 15, 2014

Published by Tiffany Mott-Smith and abrown at October 15, 2014

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LGBTQ History #10: Laverne Cox Becomes First Openly Trans Person Nominated for an Emmy

Laverne Cox is a “Jackie” of all trades. Actress, producer, and LGBTQ activist are just some of the many lines of Cox’s extensive résumé. Graduate of Marymount Manhattan College, Cox has had roles in film and television since 2007.

August 15, 2014

Published by Tiffany Mott-Smith at August 15, 2014

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I’m More Than a Friend, Dammit!

Despite our closeness, I have been assumed everything in relation to my partner, but a girlfriend. Once we were even asked, "Are you two...sisters?" As my boifriend is a blue eyed towhead with translucent skin, and I use the same shade of MAC Studio Fix as Lupita Nyong'o...