#unique noses

[imanisays]

Obsessed with Melba Moores nose. 😍😍😍😍

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. You ever just pause a Soul Train clip, zoom in, and whisper to yourself: “Wow… that nose is a sculpture.” That’s how I feel every time I see Melba Moore.

Her nose is a signature, not just a feature. Regal. Angular. Soft. Commanding. A profile that feels like it belongs on both a Broadway stage and the cover of a ’70s vinyl sleeve. You can’t duplicate it you can only honor it.

In a world where people are surgically chasing sameness, Melba stood out unapologetically. Her nose told you exactly who she was: Black, bold, beautiful, and born to be seen.

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Why Her Nose Matters

• It defied Eurocentric beauty standards in a glam saturated era

• It added character to every photo, every performance

• It reminded us of the richness in our roots

• It was her, not altered not filtered just Melba.

[thatsprettylane]

Shoutout to artists who draw strong and unique noses. You’ve really helped me fall in love with my own face and I think you’re doing wonders for people who are growing up in a world that wants them to believe they are ugly.