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by Taylor JustinAugust 10, 2017April 25, 2019

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Hello, I’m Taylor

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:: Blackout Day ::. . A powerful economic form of

:: Blackout Day ::.
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A powerful economic form of protest.
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This important movement urged Black consumers and others to not spend a single dollar a non-Black businesses or brands. If you were to spend money, you were encouraged to buy Black. This is a powerful conversation about purchasing power of African-Americans which is expected to grow by 1.8 trillion by 2024.
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So, how did you participate in Blackout day? If you participated, what new brands and businesses did you discover along the way?
Repost @semicolonchi
#shopblackowned #thehauteseeker
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#chicago #bookstagram #shoplocal #shoppingonline #booksofinstagram #blackownedbusiness #blackowned #bookstore #chicagogram #bookshop #chicagoblogger #bookstack #blackblogger #blackbloggersunited #blackownedchicago #bookstacklove #hashtagr #blackbloggersofinstagram #thehauteseeker #ipreview via @preview.app

:: cool cities, small towns ::. . If you are loo

:: cool cities, small towns ::.
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If you are looking to getaway safely this summer, take a quick trip to a midwest city nearest you.
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Experience natural landscapes, local eateries, and unique things to do this summer. Follow the link in the bio for a full list of cool cities and small towns to visit in the Midwest.
📍Indiana Dunes
#travel #thehauteseeker
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#beach #travelgram #beachlife #travelingram #travelblog #exploreeverything #midwest #sanddunes#midwestmoment #blacktravel #hashtagr #midwestisbest #midwestblogger #midwestliving #smalltowns #midwestexplorers #midwest_captures #blacktravelblogger #sanddunesadventure #blacktravelguide #midwestlivingmag #smalltownshops #coolcities #smalltownsusa
#thehauteseeker

:: new month, same energy ::. . I know its hard. I

:: new month, same energy ::.
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I know its hard. Its been exhausting for me too. But we have to keep this same energy. Whatever your lane is, keep fighting, keep striving, keep going. The message and movement can't continue without you.
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Repost @kylekotajarvi of mural at the capitol hill occupy protests in Seattle.
#blacklivesmatter #thehauteseeker
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#mural #art #repost #seattle #video #streetart #artwork #artofinstagram #saytheirname #firstofthemonth #energy #design #message #stayseeking

:: let me fix your crown, sis ::. . Repost @offici

:: let me fix your crown, sis ::.
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Repost @officialblackownedchicago and @ephrizz
#blackwomen #thehauteseeker
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#blacklivesmatter #monday #streetartdaily #message #amplifymelanatedvoices #billboard #ad #chicago #chicagoart #words #twitter #blacktwitter #streetervillechicago #stayseeking

:: mint chocolate chip:. . Embracing my beautiful

:: mint chocolate chip:.
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Embracing my beautiful brown skin in this mixed print outfit. This was the first non-lounge outfit that I wore since the start of the pandemic. It surprisingly felt great to slip on pants that had a zipper 😆. .
What's been your favorite "when outside open" outfit?
#ootd #thehauteseeker .
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#chicagofashion #balcony #chicagoblogger #fashionblogger #instastyle #fashiongram #ootdfashion #melaninpoppin #hashtagr #summeroutfit #chicagogram #stylebloggers #chicagoblogger #blackblogger #chicagogrammers #summertrends #outfitdiary #ootdlook tags by @hashta.gr #ootdideas #melaninblogger #blackbloggersofinstagram

:: father's day ::. . I am so thankful for these t

:: father's day ::.
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I am so thankful for these two great men. My grandfather Dewey L. Nolan and my uncle Derrick L. Nolan unselfishly raised me after my mother passed away when I was six years old. They doubled down as father-figures in my life..
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They encouraged me to do anything I wanted to do, even if I was the only one that looked like me in the room. They taught me how to work hard and be kind. They raised me to be the queen I am today and I am forever grateful.
#fathersday #thehauteseeker .
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#blackfathers #blacklivesmatter #blackfathersmatter #happy #family #love #happyfathersday #fathers #ohio #dayton #stayseeking

:: juneteenth ::. . Juneteenth is 6.19, the oldes

:: juneteenth ::.
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Juneteenth is 6.19, the oldest known celebration thats commemorates the ending of slavery in the United States..
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While African-Americans are free, there are still many injustices and inequities that we are still fighting to this day.. On this day, we recognize and celebrate our culture, our history, and our continuous fight for equality..
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For a full list things to do and celebrations to enjoy, visit the link the bio. 🎥 'Outta Time ' art show by @juliangilliam jackets @theblackkkcompany
#juneteenth #thehauteseeker .
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#chicago #blackchicago #events #blackart #chicagogram #hashtagr #blackartist #chicagoblogger #chicagoart #blackartmatters #juneteenthcelebration #happyjuneteenth #blackcontentcreator #blackartinamerica #juneteenth2020 #juneteenthweekend #juneteenthchicago #amplifymelanatedvoices #stayseeking

:: virtual events and things to do in Chicago this

:: virtual events and things to do in Chicago this week::.
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From local black yoga classes to online concerts featuring some of Chicago's best musicians and DJ's—these are the best virtual events and things to do in Chicago this week. Image @hotmess_yoga link in thr bio to this week's events.
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#chicago #chicagoevents #thingstodo #virtualeventschicago #localevents #thingstodochicago #summertimechi #blackyogis #chicagogram #chicagoblogger #blackchicago #community #21ninety #melaninblogger #blackinfluencers #chicagogrammer #windycityblogger #chicagoblog #shoplocalchicago #water #chicagosummer #onlineconcert #eventsonline #stayseeking

:: its officially official ::. . Summer festival s

:: its officially official ::.
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Summer festival season in Chicago is pretty much canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic. If you live or have visited Chicago than you know that street and food festivals are a summer time staple here in the city. .
On June 9th, the City of Chicago canceled all permitted city-run special events( think Taste of Chicago, Lollapalooza, Air and Water Show) through Labor Day.
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For the latest update on cancelations, virtual festival alternatives, and postponed dates, follow the link in the bio to this post.
#summertimechi #thehauteseeker
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#pilsenfoodtrucksocial #foodtruck #foodfestivals #streetfestivals #festivalseason #chicago #joy #midwest #chicagolife #people #summerfestivals #summer #chicagocreative #chicagogram #chicagoevents #chicagoblogger #festivalseason #enjoyillinois #musicfestivals #midwestblogger #festivalsummer #lovefestivals

:: bowls 🥣 goals ::. . Everyone loves a good fo

:: bowls 🥣 goals ::.
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Everyone loves a good food bowl. and the bowls from @litehousegrill always hits the spot. Be sure to check out this black-owned restaurant located in Hyde Park. Oh! And don't forget to try their sweet potato fries, I enjoy mine with a side of honey mustard. .
Looking for more black-owned restaurants and bars to support near you? Check out the link in the bio to The Haute Seekers mapped guide of over 100+ black-owned food spots in Chicago.
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#chicago #blackownedbusiness #chicagogram #chicagofood #blackbloggers #chicagoblogger #chicagoeats #chicagofoodie #blackblogger #chicagogrammers #hydepark #bowls #sweetpotatofries #chicagofoodscene #blackownedbusinesses #blackbloggersunited #chicagoillinois #blackownedrestaurant #blackbloggersconnect #blackbloggersmatter #blackownedchicago #blackbloggerschicago #blackownedcoffeeshop #stayseeking

:: 2020 vision ::. . This right here! #repost @soa

:: 2020 vision ::.
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This right here!
#repost @soapdistillery @lesliedwight
#2020vision #thehauteseeker
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#motivationmonday #2020 #change #message #truth #motivational #grow #glowup #words #2020 #dailymotivation #instagood #motivationalquote #motivationdaily #motivationalthoughts #stayseeking

:: hello 👋🏾 :: . I have gained quite a few f

:: hello 👋🏾 ::
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I have gained quite a few followers over the few days and wanted to say "hi" and thank you to all of you who are new to The Haute Seeker!.
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My name is Taylor Justin. I am originally from Dayton, Oh went to school in Savannah, GA, and have lived in Chicago for exactly 7 years this July. .
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I started my blog as a way to keep track and to share things that I enjoyed doing in Chicago. More often than not, I would venture off (most of the time by myself) to places that many black people would never think to frequent. I would find myself in neighborhoods, cultural institutions, and restaurants where seeing a black patron was very rare. But I didn't care. I've never cared. Believe me, this isn't my first rodeo..
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If I want to experience something, I will and I will break down whatever barrier so that others who look like me will feel comfortable to enter into these places as well..
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My content celebrates culture, but I make special emphasis to highlight both women and African-Americans, as I represent both of these things..
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When I am not blogging, you can catch me discovering the hottest restaurants in the city, giving tours about art as it relates to the African Diaspora at the @artinstitutechi Leading sales professionals @nsnchicago making change through music and conversation with @chicagoideas and @chi_sinfonietta .
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My story, like my platform, is powerful, unique, and uplifting. As I seek and share, my hope is that others are encouraged to do the same.
#amplifymelanatedvoices #thehauteseeker .
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#chicago #chicagocreative #chicagogram #thingstodo #blackbloggers #chicagoblogger #chicagolife #blackbloggersunited #localguide #blackbloggersclub #blackvoices #blackcontentcreator #thingstodoinchicago #blackvoicesmatter #blackcontentcreator #illinois #blacklivesmatter #midwestblogger #blackbloggersmatter #blackbloggerschicago #stayseeking

:: double america 2 ::. . I was halted in my track

:: double america 2 ::.
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I was halted in my tracks when I saw this piece by Glenn Ligon(@glennligon) at the @thebroadmuseum in L.A.
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Language is the center of Glenn Ligons work. In this piece, he uses two neon signs in bold font to create the words 'America'.
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The inverted 'America' in person is dull and seems to flicker and fade more often than the script above it.
Ironically, my video I captures the top neon sign flickering. Its unsteady, it's damaged, almost as if it were broken for good..
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I feel like this is the experience our country is having right now. Two different America's, one majority one minority. One born into privilege, one fighting for preservation. The parallels can go on and on..
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Eventually, the two signs illuminate at the same time. This could mean alot of things. To me, it represents equality for the America that has been in the dark, abandoned, and neglected for so long. And this work of art is a reminder that time is now.
#blackart #thehauteseeker .
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#blacklivesmatter #blackart365 #sculpture #neonsigns #lights #america #dopeblackart #supportblackart #art #artwork #museum #blackartists #glennligon #broadmuseum #blackart #artofinstagram #amplifymelanatedvoices #stayseeking

“Daddy changed the world.” - #GeorgeFloyd’s

“Daddy changed the world.” - #GeorgeFloyd’s daughter, Gianna .
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This little girl's father was murdered for the world to see, by police officers. In all that we are moving towards, we can't forget that. Let's continue to seek justice and change for her and for everyone who's lost their loved ones to these senseless and haneous acts of violence. This should be the last time that we ever hear this type of declaration due to the loss of a life. . .
Be moved to make change today, for our future leaders tomorrow. #repost: @_stak5_ and @blavity
#blacklivesmatter #thehauteseeker .
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#blackpower #hope #future #chicago #change #upworthy #changetheworld #instagood #amplifymelanatedvoices #blackblogger #futureleaders #nextgeneration #community #justice #reform

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