Rupi was very active over the past decades. After going viral in 2015Outstandingly, they were pioneers in the field of “Insta-Poet” art movement,” the poet, artist, performer, and best-selling author has written and published three books of poetry—Honey and milk, The Sun and Her Flowers,Und The Homebody—executive-produced and starred in Amazon Prime’s Rupi Kaur’s Live,He embarked on an immersive tour of the spoken-word universe.
She has also written another book since then at the age of 30. The power of words to heal,This book is different from her previous publications. It’s not a compilation of poetry. Instead, it contains guided and curated writing exercises. You are invited to explore her world of writing, creativity and healing. “I’m nervous and excited,”Kaur says Glamour, “and those emotions are kind of one and the same, because this isn’t a collection of poetry. I’m excited to see what my readers do with the book and what it can become in their hands.”
Kaur’s creativity may be what makes it stand out Seem like she never stops, but the poet makes a conscious effort to take time for herself—principally while on tour. “I’m somebody who loves routine, and that repetitiveness of doing the same thing every day is really important, especially when you’re in a brand-new city every 24 hours,”According to her, “At the beginning, I wanted do the most: take all of the photos, talk to readers, sign books for bookstores. I had so many things going on, but I wasn’t having fun. In this UK-European leg of tour, I needed to reevaluate my priorities, and if they’re really priorities, that list can’t be very big.”
Kaur talks about her touring life, the things she does for fun, and what she likes most about nail art. Glam‘s Big Beauty Questions.
Glamour: How can you make time for self-care?
Rupi KaurRight before I set out on my road, I found a new therapist who gave me the best advice. She said that your day is in three parts—the morning, the day, and the nighttime—and I should only be working only two of those times. I decided the mornings have to be mine, because I know I get into hair and makeup—I start at 1 p.m.—and from one until midnight, I’M in the venue. I am being pulled in many directions for sound check. My team knows that I’m usually there from 1 p.m. until someone dies.
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So my thing is, I get up in the morning, take the book that I’m reading at the moment—currently, that’s Dune—aMy journal will be with me. It makes me smile, and I love my bright pink ink pen. Then I go to a café—because all of the coffee in Europe is amazing, and the pastries are incredible—and order a pain au chocolat with a cortado. Only an hour is all I have.
What’s one beauty trend you’re obsessed with right now?
My friends have gotten me obsessed with nail art, so that’s been something that I really enjoy doing—getting my nails done. This is truly inspiring to me. AdeleBecause I feel like she’s been killing the nail game.
Which nail color do you prefer?
It’s my favorite design, especially in fall, to do is the marble cheetah situation. This is Harry’s Chair by Pleasing, which I am currently wearing. It’s a gorgeous green that’s very Gucci. It’s autumn fun.
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Which beauty rule would you recommend?
It’s all in the details for me FeelingsIt’s good. Moving my body makes me feel happy. Exercise, dancing, and going to the gym make me happier.
Please complete the following. It is when I _____ that I feel the most beautiful.
I’m laughing.
Are you able to recall the very first beauty product that you tried?
I’m the oldest child of four, and my mom never really liked makeup. It was very late that I discovered how to apply makeup. My first experimentation with makeup was when I was in college. The first product I tried was lip gloss. Next came lip gloss. Lip gloss makes me look beautiful because my lips are plump and moisturised.
Do you have a favorite song for getting ready in the morning?
Practice my moves, and pay attention to the music before you take to the stage. show. It’s been a lot UK rap because we’re in the UK. Dua Lipa, Harry Styles, BeyoncéA lot of Afrobeats. There will be a lot more Punjabi music. Punjabi music is extremely popular, and can get you moving. We dance to it and then record silly videos.
It is a habit that you travel often. What country/city has most inspired you?
Although there have been many beautiful places, I feel that it’s less about the places than the people and the conversations I have in specific cities. Tour has taught me—and it’s something that I already know, that we all know—but it’s so powerful when people share their stories.
It’s been a stark reminder of the importance of each person’s life and their stories. It’s just that we need to listen more. This is what I found with tour. Although it was hard to get to know COVID, it was wonderful to go back out and meet up with them again.
Is there an Emoji you love?
I excessively communicate in emoji, actually, so I would say…I love the girl with the red dress dancing. I can express my feelings through her. Her smiley face with her tearful eyes is my favourite part. I also love the eyes. I’m always side-eyeing.
How would you alter your beauty perceptions?
It is amazing to see faces and real bodies. Sometimes I’ll look at pictures and wonder what they are like. “Oh my God, this person’s skin doesn’t have a single pore.”There’s no texture. It is so common to see retouched images. I’m like, “Oh my God, do I need to go get a chemical peel? What’s wrong with me? I look like a slob.”I then discover: “Oh wait, everybody’s Facetuning.”
It’s one of the main reasons I don’t like to spend too much time on internet. These images make you feel less than. This makes you feel less. In the two-years that have passed, there has been a significant increase in women sharing unretouched photographs. It’s always a reminder to only post the best 400 selfies that we took.
Which women inspire you the most?
Right now, I’m inspired by the Iranian women who are protesting. Mahsa was a Kurdish woman who was basically killed by the regime. “wearing her hijab improperly.”Iran is known for its brutal and cruel treatment of protestors. It’s so scary, but it doesn’t matter because women are out on the streets protesting and raising voices against the government. When I see these clips from the last two weeks, I’m just in awe at their power.
It’s almost your birthday You are close to your birthday.
I’m throwing a huge party. We’re going to wear all the ’70s glitter and glam. I’m flying home to it and will dance all night. Then, I’ll be back on my road.
Danielle Sinay is associate beauty editor Glamour. You can follow her Instagram account @sarah_o_daviddaniellesinay.
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