How 13-Year-Old Kheris Rogers Turned Being Bullied Into a Celeb-Loved Fashion Line
At just 13, Kheris Rogers is already enjoying a thriving career. She's an actor, influencer, business owner, and newly signed artist to Columbia Records' new girl group, Run The World. A few years ago, after she was bullied at school for her complexion, Kheris's family encouraged her to begin daily affirmations to build up her confidence. She found the practice incredibly effective and rewarding. There was something empowering about being able to transform her negative experience into something positive and self-affirming. She wanted to share her growing sense of strength with the world and, in doing so, help others who might be dealing with similar situations.
At the age of 10, with the help of her big sister, Kheris founded Flexin' In My Complexion to help other kids feel beautiful and love themselves. In just three years, her business has already won high-profile fans like Alicia Keys, Lupita Nyong'o, Drake, and Lena Waithe. Kheris Rogers said, “The most exciting part of watching my brand take off is being able to travel the world, going to speaking engagements, and speaking to young girls and boys to encourage them to love themselves and chase their dreams. As an entrepreneur, she has learned to trust her instincts, have fun with it and to not be afraid to be different.
She said, “I hope my message teaches other kids who may be experiencing bullying that you are not alone. We are all unique, smart, and creative in our own way. Our differences [are] what makes us special, and that should be embraced, so it does not matter what other people think of you.” As a designer, she is excited to use her experiences to inspire new designs. She would love to collaborate with a Black-owned brand like Fenty or Ivy Park. She is currently inspired by Nike, Fenty Beauty, Old Navy and Justice
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