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(She was a multi-tasking co-ed, also starring in the TV seriesBlack-ishandGrown-ish.)
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This isnt the only way the film breaks new ground.
It also marks the first time Tinker Bell is being played by a woman of color.
Allure:What was the most difficult part of playing Tinker Bell?
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The director, David Lowry, and I went back and forth about performance ideas and inspiration.
Allure:What was the hair and makeup transformation like?
I have curls sticking out at different times.
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You don’t think about whether Tinker Bell has makeup on.
So it was about creating that natural glowiness.
The fact that she has nice shiny skin just adds to that kind of magic aura.
Allure:Youve tried lots of creative natural hairstyles including boho Bantu knots and a long bubble ponytail.
Is there one youve yet to wear but want to?
Shahidi:Oh my God, great question.
I haven’t done just a classic bob.
I really want to do one with braids or something like a braided bob.
Its on my list of things I’ve yet to try.
Shahidi: My basic routine involves a cup of Persian tea in the morning.
But that keeps me going.
I’m also a podcast girl.
And I love music.
I run on music.
Allure: What have you been listening to lately?
It’s just so haunting, it’s a perfect way to start any playlist.
I think it starts all the playlists that I’ve made this month.
Allure:Whats one of your favorite beauty looks from the past?
Shahidi: MyImagine Thatpremiere that I attended when I was nine.
Thinking more recently, my [2021]Met Galalook.
It was the beauty that made the entire moment feel like a real homage to Josephine Baker.
But I love that I still looked and felt like myself.
I didnt feel like I was in a costume.
But with just those small tweaks, it still helped with this transformation.
Allure:Whats your current beauty obsession?
Shahidi:Honestly, it was finding mynude lip[color].
It feels like it blends well with my skin tone.
note: Shahidi is an ambassador for the brand.]
Especially when you add in public speaking and such.
I’ve even heard from friends that I can be kind of intimidating.
In my mind, that personally makes no sense because I’m just a goofy individual.
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