An 18-year-old girl became a viral star and designed a dress for a celebrity all in one month.
Kyemah McEntyre, who created her own prom dress to an applause heard 'round the Internet, designed a gown for an actress at Sunday night's BET Awards.
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Naturi Naughton, an actress and former member of 3LW, reached out to McEntyre after seeing that the two grew up in the same town.
"When I saw her sketches, I just felt like, this girl is an artist," Naughton told Cosmopolitan.
McEntyre finished the mermaid-style dress for Naughton to wear on Sunday's red carpet in under a week with the help of seamstress Markell Mockabee.
WORLD STOP!! First I have to thank God for blessing me with such a creative and influential mind. Naturi, you continue to inspire people like me, especially in your hometown, (East Orange,New Jersey). Thanks for helping me build my foundation and giving back to the community. Naturi Naughton YOU ARE THE BEST! Thank you again for giving me the chance to continue to break the internet! #KyeBreakTheInternet #mindofkye_ #blackgirlsrock #KyemahMcEntyre #NaturiNaughton #NewJersey #Jersey #EastOrange #Power #Amen #CarryOn A photo posted by Kyemah McEntyre (@mindofkye_) on Jun 28, 2015 at 5:12pm PDT
"This is the epitome of Black Excellence and is a chance for people to see how much #BlackGirls Rock," Mockabee, who also was the seamstress for McEntyre's prom dress, wrote on her Instagram.
#MAJORmonday Still floating after yesterday's debut of my second collaboration with the talented @mindofkye_ for the lovely @naturi4real | This moment is here to showcase the God-given talent that myself and Kyemah are so blessed to have • This is the epitome of Black Excellence and is a chance for people to see how much #BlackGirlsRock - On behalf of Kyemah and myself I would like to thank everyone for the support and acknowledgement • Raise each other up and share in this magical moment with us #markell #KyemahMcEntyre #markellscloset #fashion #blackexcellence #naturinaughton #BETAwards #BETAwards2015 #blackgirlsrock A photo posted by @kellontherise on Jun 29, 2015 at 8:41am PDT
Earlier this month, McEntyre opted out of purchasing a prom dress to be stand out while standing up to bullies she had encountered in school.
"This is for always being labeled as, 'ugly' or 'angry'. Thank God, stereotypes are just opinions," she wrote on her Instagram at the time.
As an artist I have a completely different point of view compared to most individuals. I am extremely analytical and observant. Throughout the world, we have people who do not notice each others essence and humanity. We Stunt our collective spiritual growth by allowing assumptions and stereotypes to cloud our mind and thus our physical reality. We let these negative ideas get the best of us, and in turn a world of isolation is manifested by our lack of sensitivity and desire to sympathize with each other. This results in a world in which people live within the confines of their own space, isolated from each other and separated from the rest of the world. Sometimes we get trapped in our own prejudice ways. We don't notice how the idea of a particular type of person changes the way we live our lives. The most creative people are the ones who step out of their comfort zone and take advantage of the world around them. My abilities as an artist allows me to experience the benefits that versatility fosters. Being exposed to all kinds of people and cultures is the muse for my artwork. I am an aspiring artist who is very passionate about the connection between art and the world. I believe that in order for society to gain a wider horizon, we have to be willing to acknowledge other people from differences, beliefs, morals, and values. #kyebreaktheinternet I love you guys, because of you all I continue to keep pushing no matter the circumstance. Let's try this again A photo posted by Kyemah McEntyre (@mindofkye_) on Jun 18, 2015 at 6:17pm PDT
While this is only McEntyre's second design, she plans on pursuing art and design at Parsons School of Design in New York City in the fall.
