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Wildflower
- A Memoir
- Narrateur(s): Aurora James
- Durée: 7 h et 9 min
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Description
This “empowering and inspirational” (People) memoir of struggle and perseverance offers new ways of envisioning economic equality for everyone—from a leading activist and fashion pioneer.
“With community and sisterhood at its center, Wildflower teaches us that against all odds, we can overcome.”—Rupi Kaur, New York Times bestselling author of milk and honey
A BLOOMBERG AND HARPER’S BAZAAR BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR
Aurora James’s life is a great American “success story”—precisely because it looks so different from others we’ve seen. Born in Canada to a counterculture mother, James was raised to question everything—specifically the very institutions that have shaped so many of us. When James was seven, her mother married a man who would move them to Jamaica, where James would learn harsh lessons about control, power, abuse, and belonging. Eventually she would find her way back home to Toronto, where her blue-eyed and fair-haired grandmother welcomed her with unconditional love—and inadvertently showed her that racism is the water in which we are all submerged.
Scouted as a model in eighth grade, James struggled with body image and became disenchanted by the industry’s objectification of women and commodification of race and culture. After she dropped out of high school, a flirtation with street racing led to her eventual arrest. She’d hit rock bottom, but as a visionary and optimist, she allowed that experience to become one of many that reshaped her way of thinking about the world. A slew of fashion-related jobs led James to discover the real power in creating for the runway, and she started her own business in a flea market: a sustainable fashion line showcasing traditional African designs that would become an award-winning international brand. But none of this came from a drive to “succeed.” It came from a desire to forge a new creative path—and to lift others up alongside her.
Already a rising star in fashion and the first Black female designer to win a Council of Fashion Designers of America Award, James posted a revolutionary idea in the wake of George Floyd’s murder that connected economics to racial justice in a way that has forever changed the American economic landscape. With that Instagram post, she founded the Fifteen Percent Pledge, which challenges retailers to commit 15 percent of their shelf space and spending power to Black businesses and is one of the fastest-growing social justice nonprofits. To date, more than two dozen of the world’s most recognized retailers have taken the pledge, redirecting $10 billion in annual revenue to Black and BIPOC brands.
Empowering and full of heart, Wildflower is the riveting story of how Aurora James made an indelible mark the American economic system, and a rallying cry for those eager to make change.
Ce que les critiques en disent
“Inspiring. . . . Wildflower is true to its name, sharing a story of someone who bloomed despite obstacles and dedicated herself to beauty inside and out even when doing so wasn’t so simple.”—Town & Country
“This is a story of a woman who can do anything she sets her mind to, and in telling her story, shows us that we can too. With community and sisterhood at its center, Wildflower teaches us that against all odds, we can overcome.”—Rupi Kaur, New York Times bestselling author of milk and honey
“Wildflower is a stunning story of grit, grace, and resilience. Aurora James takes us on a vivid journey through a life informed by creativity, vision, and an indefatigable entrepreneurial spirit while always staying grounded in her commitment to the highest principles and values. . . . A must-read!”—Huma Abedin, New York Times bestselling author of Both/And
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- Cameron millband
- 2023-09-24
Incredible
Inspiring from start to finish. I loved Aurora James before knowing her story but Wildflower has given me such a deep appreciation for everything she is especially knowing the hurdles she has plowed through. Everyone should read this book.
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- Eden Spodek
- 2023-05-27
Wildflower is a must-read about a true change maker
Aurora James’ story and incredible journey as a black woman entrepreneur who is changing the world one pair of shoes and one pledge at a time, is a must-read. I didn’t know much about her other than awareness of the 15% pledge. I’ve learned so much and will follow her career to continue learning from her. What an inspiration. She’s truly making a difference, especially for women of colour in Canada, the US and Africa.
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- Utilisateur anonyme
- 2023-06-12
Insurmountable Joy and Inspiration
This books is for everyone, every walk of life. Aurora talks about her upbringing that strikes so many not just the black community. If you are a woman, girl, father of a girl this book shows how hard work and determination along with the right people will push you far. She talks about her hardship as a child and all the mental setbacks that so many don’t overcome, now she has a multi million dollar business and is an exceptional woman paving the way for change in the world, for minorities all around the world and for black communities back home in Africa and all over the globe. She is paving a way for black families to have what they have always been capable of but lacked opportunity for. As a young woman myself from Caribbean decent , living in Toronto and beginning my journey in the NYC fashion world, you have brought so many smiles along with tears of joy to my eyes during this read. Joy for you, for our community and Joy for a better future in America for me and my black brothers and sisters. Thank you Aurora, you are a phenomenal inspiration.
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