Five Complex Staffers Model Fall Outfits That Move Them

Forget walking the walk, talking the talk is Yzola’s go-to move. “What moves me is social change through conversation,” she emphasized. “In a world that’s increasingly polarized, having open-minded and honest conversations can catapult us forward.”

Being as up-front as possible is Pamphile’s MO. “Transparently sharing my experiences to help young Black women is important to me,” she said. “I want to teach them that the journey you thought you were supposed to take doesn’t mean it’s the one you need to have to grow and glow. Seeing Black women heal is what moves me most.”

Lopes grew up in a small town and according to her, this childhood pushed her to strive to, “Set an example for the younger generation.” She went on to add, “I’m also always inspired to work hard to make my family and my younger self proud.” 

Helping is Rong’s passion and it drives her in many different ways. “I’m the co-chair of Complex’s Asian Employee Resource Group,” she mentioned. “I’m passionate about civil rights, public education, and advocating for mental health within the Asian community.”

You won’t find anyone more confident in who she is than Elliott. “Being a Black lesbian, I stand for multiple movements attached to my identity and background,” she revealed. “I stand for Black Lives Matter, women’s equality, and also LGBT issues. I’m very passionate about all three movements because they’re all a part of who I am.”