This past weekend the Black Student Union held their annual fashion show. This year the show was titled “Flexin’ my Complexion.”

Audience member Terrin Bates thought through the show’s theme and message, reflecting on how the BSU was aiming for more than just fashion.

“I definitely love the theme ‘Flexin’ my Complexion’ because I do think it’s important to highlight the importance of the black skin melanin because black people are beautiful! I think we need to showcase that more. I liked the show,” said Bates.

Throughout the show, the message of unity and black beauty were broadcasted between the two hosts, the performance given during intermission and the videos the show used to introduce each part of the show.

The show also took the opportunity to showcase and highlight student talent.

BSU presented a scholarship to a member during the intermission of the show. Faith Williams, a new BSU Member and sophomore at the University, was presented a scholarship that helped promote unity.

“It was a scholarship that was presented by the Black Student Union, and it basically just talked about unity and leadership … I feel that not only does the fashion show present fashion and diversity, but it also shows scholarship and education … I’m very proud for myself for winning,” said Williams.

The organization of the show strived hard for entertainment with hosts working the crowd, models engaging with the audience and a live DJ. The audience was consistently engaged.

Chad Roto, the DJ for the fashion show, stressed how the music for the show was important.

“I wanted it to be something classy … I did some research to see what they were playing at the most recent fashion show, the spring one… I really liked the show, it’s my first time here in Bowling Green and it’s a really nice atmosphere,” said Roto.

One of the two hosts of the show, Malicia Tuck, considered the show to be successful with a great turn out.

“I think the show went very well so far, considering how hectic things were earlier… I feel like the crowd was feeling it,” said Tuck,”We had a lot of family that came out to support and a couple of vendors…I think the show is really good.”