Rebel in your Eyes

Part of the Desi Undead collection, Rebel in Your Eyes highlights the perception of my identity as a Desi woman who stepped outside the expected roles of her culture. Despite not being a smoker, I was seen by extended family and others in my culture and community as a rebel who was to be shunned. The cigarette in this piece is a symbol of rebellion, juxtaposed against the gold-adorned South Asian bridal jewellery. 2480 × 3508px 300dpi The Desi Undead collection features a series of explorations of my own cultural identity and how it has impacted my place in society and the world around me. The South Asian jewellery in this collection is a representation of my culture. The imagery of the u...View all