Let's talk about one of the most impressive things we've seen during #QuarantineLife - the R&B sibling duo Chloe x Halle's tennis court performances. Since lockdown started in March, Chloe x Halle utilized their tennis court (and their backyard) in more ways than anyone, with the exception of the talented Williams sisters, of course. Recently, they performed as pre-show talent for the 2020 VMAs but it was the performance everyone was talking about.

It brings up a bigger question about the role of black creativity in mainstream media, and the lack of accolades received. There's no doubt that the entertainment industry has a hard time crediting black people, and especially black women, for being innovators in their fields. While some fans were surprised by the quality of their VMA performance, those paying attention know it's par for the course. Many celebrities can't even find the 'Live' button, yet Chloe x Halle perform with no less than 7 lasers, 5 camera angles, and several custom pieces from designers of color. Let's be honest, who else is providing quality content like this, pandemic or not?

Stop. Putting. Chloe. x. Halle. In. Pre. Shows. They. Been. Paid. Their. Dues.
— Mattie James (@themattiejames) August 31, 2020

chloe and halle losing best quarantine performance makes no sense to me! look at what they’ve given us this summer alone...pic.twitter.com/7QlFO3vV4O
— jaden🦋ミ☆ (@beysbaileys) August 31, 2020

We live in a world that thrives on not giving black women their flowers, dead or alive. But, of course, we don't play that game at xoNecole. Here are all the times Chloe x Halle killed quarantine performances effortlessly.

1. At #DearClass2020, performing "Do It":

While bidding congratulations to the newest graduating class, the girls opted for angelic shimmery vibes in Venus Prototype and Zana Bayne.

2. At the BET Awards 2020, performing "Do It" and "Forgive Me":

Who else is giving us both costume changes and split-screen realness? The girls are also wearing custom looks from TLZ L'FEMME in both scenes.

3. At 'The TODAY Show', performing "Do It":

The sisters stuck to minimal choreography and set design, relying on the coordinating outfits from Delia Alleyne to pack the punch.

4. At Global Citizen, performing "ROYL":

De-constructed vintage tees reconstructed into this rockstar look; created by Delia Alleyne. Zerina Akers said the wardrobe is a tribute to "our rockstars".

5. At the #USOpen, performing "Busy Boy":

While this is one of their more basic backdrops, we're still getting futuristic realness from the organza sleeves and metallic fabrics - designed by Delia Alleyne.

6. At 'Jimmy Kimmel Live', performing a softer version of "Do It":

With a more subtle song, the striking red pieces created stunning on-screen visuals. These pieces were also created by Delia Alleyne and styled by Zerina Akers.

7. At the VMAs, performing "Ungodly Hour":

The girls are wearing custom pieces by Sho Konishi and stole the show, even after losing Best Quarantine Performance.

Featured image via Chloe x Halle/GIF

Tennis Court MVP: Every Time Chloe x Halle Killed Their Quarantine Performances

We live in a world that thrives on not giving black women their flowers, dead or alive. But, of course, we don't play that game at xoNecole. Here are all the times Chloe x Halle killed quarantine performances effortlessly.

1. At #DearClass2020, performing "Do It":

2. At the BET Awards 2020, performing "Do It" and "Forgive Me":

3. At 'The TODAY Show', performing "Do It":

4. At Global Citizen, performing "ROYL":

5. At the #USOpen, performing "Busy Boy":

6. At 'Jimmy Kimmel Live', performing a softer version of "Do It":

7. At the VMAs, performing "Ungodly Hour":

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To manifest your dream life, you need to first ask yourself what you want. Get to the bottom of what it is you desire, know yourself, and discover what potential mental blocks may be limiting you from receiving it.

How Each Zodiac Sign Should Manifest Their Dream Life

​ARIES

TAURUS

There is also a mystical side that not many people know or see right away, and you can create some real magic by lighting intentional candles, using flower therapy, and visualizing what you want to manifest for yourself in a luxurious bath or atmosphere.

GEMINI

CANCER

To create the perfect space for you to manifest your dreams, make sure you are in a place where you feel comfortable and at home and a space that makes you relax and focus on the joy and gratitude in your world.

LEO

VIRGO

Virgo is a sign that rarely gets enough rest as they are always doing and taking care of things. The challenge with this, however, is that your manifestations can’t reach you when you are always moving around, focused on the next thing you have to do.

​LIBRA

SCORPIO

Setting up affirmations and positive keywords for yourself serves you well. Knowing your trigger words and places can help you navigate and learn more about how you speak to yourself to make sure you are saying and doing things that will give you what you want, not what you don’t.

​SAGITTARIUS

​CAPRICORN

For you, manifesting your dreams is going to come from realizing that it can really come to you that easily.

​AQUARIUS

​PISCES

You are often daydreaming and imagining scenarios you want to see happen, which can definitely help you manifest, but you’ll want to find a way to do so with a more grounded approach.

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