# @kryptobanana on Instagram

- **Type:** Image
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/By8bEaRhNsI
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/15088494-kryptobanana-instagram
- **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/postThumbnails/831c5b9c14.jpg
- **Posted:** 2019-06-20T19:56:55.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Nikita Taparia (@kryptobanana) — https://gondola.cc/kryptobanana

## Caption

“You want me to wear the jersey in any way that feels authentic to me, correct?” YES.

I sent a clarification e-mail twice. It wasn’t because I misunderstood the directions. It was because I was having trouble with the idea of my authentic self.  You know when you fill out forms that identify which demographic you represent? Every time I checked a box, I felt more like a minority. My two worlds - as an engineering PhD and as a photographer in women’s football – are underrepresented by women. But in this process of coming to terms with my identity, I realized that I should embrace everything that represents me. Just because I am a woman, does not mean I cannot pursue these two paths. In fact, I hope my journey opens doors for the future, especially in my family, being the first Taparia with a PhD and the first Taparia to photograph a World Cup. When I put on the jersey, it unites all these pieces of me and makes them shine.

And at the end of the day, I love women’s football. I want to do everything in my power to promote these incredible athletes as a creator. But I also want to recognize the women who dedicate their time as storytellers in this beautiful game.

Get your own USWNT jersey at Nordstrom. Link in bio! #teamnike #nordstromxnike #ad

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## Credits

| Name | Username | Profile | Role |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Nikita Taparia | @kryptobanana | https://gondola.cc/kryptobanana | Photographer |

## Tags

ad, nordstromxnike, teamnike

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