Kalley + Stevie | HoCo 23
Hey there, fabulous readers! Buckle up because we're about to dive into the most iconic high school homecoming photo session you've ever seen. Meet Kalley and Stevie – two vibrant lovebirds who managed to set the internet on fire with a viral TikTok video that will make your heart do the cha-cha slide. As a proud ally of the LGBTQIA+ community and having some retro history with Kalley's mom from over two decades ago, I can't help but spill the tea on this unforgettable homecoming.
The Viral Video
Grab your popcorn to go with this tea, because you're in for a treat! In a surprise that left us shook, Stevie showed up to Kalley’s softball game with a sign and flowers to ask her to HoCo, only to see that Kalley herself had her own sign and basket of goodies to ask Stevie to HoCo! Their signs were more lit than a disco ball at Studio 54! We're talking about a moment that would make RuPaul herself say "Shantay, you stay!" Peep it on the TikToks ———>
What truly makes this story worth its weight in glitter is that Kalley and Stevie are living their lives unapologetically. In a world that can't seem to handle anyone who doesn't fit the cookie-cutter mold, these two fierce baddies are flipping the script.
The history
Now, if you're wondering about my connection to this dynamic duo, let me spill that tea. I went to high school with Kalley's mom way back when Y2K was a thing. Can you believe it!? That's over two decades of friendship and memories. And it's an incredible testament to how far we've come since then in embracing love in all its beautiful forms.
The photo Sesh
So, let's get to the main event - the high school homecoming photo session; these queens slayed the game! I picked a location in downtown Wichita to make the royal blue poppity pop. They channeled their inner divas for the posed portraits, and threw in some candid shots that captured the the raw and realness between them, because authenticity is always in vogue.
In a world full of boring old norms, Kalley and Stevie are a glittery beacon of hope. They remind us to be unapologetically ourselves, to celebrate love in all its forms, and to strut our way through life with pride. So, go ahead, sashay away from stereotypes and embrace the fabulousness that is you, because honey, love is love, and it's time to spread that ish like confetti!