Posts tagged “afro”

It’s finally here: Pressure to be perfect: Weave Vs Afro – BBC Three- Body Beautiful Series

Posted on November 23, 2012

What’s up peeps? It’s FRIIDDAY does solo Mexican wave

As I told you in my blog post a few weeks back I did some filming for BBC Three as part of their Body Beautiful Series. They called me in to share my views on natural hair vs. weaves. As you know, I went natural a couple years ago and would never look back. I am not anti-weave entirely but I don’t like outdated and derogatory perceptions of good vs. bad hair within the context of afro hair. I should also point out that I made several points which weren’t included in this short feature such as:

*The rise of natural hair blogs and open source natural hair care education

*Natural hair in the media

*The dangers associated with hair relaxers and long term synthetic hair use

*A history in perceptions of beauty

*Great afro salons to visit

*My list of bloggers to read

Nevertheless, the footage is now LIVE and you can watch it on the BBC website here:

http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p011420r

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Although it’s a shame that they only showed about 5% of what I said, I have two quick points I would like to make.

1) Good hair is healthy hair!

I’m not anti-weave/hair extensions, but I am strongly against the perceptions of good vs bad afro hair. A lot of black peoples notions regarding the perceptions of good hair link back to colonialism with mixed race black peoples’ features being regarded as more attractive than non-mixed race blacks; for example, lighter skin vs. darker skin, looser curls being preferable to tighter curls, or straight vs. kinky hair etc. By now we should be moving away from outdated western perceptions of beauty and know that there is beauty to be seen in all of the above.

2) Isn’t it easier to appreciate what’s yours than depending on what’s not and will never be?

If your health is in full working condition and you cannot leave the house because you’re reliant on some synthetic add-on or another to over compensate for a physical/and or mental insecurity, it is a dependency personality disorder. It might sound like I am being a bit extreme, but it is the truth, and unfortunately it is rife in the female black community and their relationship with hair :-(

#inmypoinion

‘Accessing the Mainstream’- An evening of discussion on Africa’s influence in fashion and design

Posted on November 8, 2012

What:

Accessing the Mainstream- An evening of discussion on Africa’s influence in fashion and design

When:

Friday 26th October

Where:

Soboye Boutique, London, WC2

Why:

As part of Black History Month, Urban Network Enterprise brings designers, suppliers, makers and influencers in African fashion to discuss the challenges and opportunities associated in getting African design recognised within the mainstream fashion industry.

The evening was led by highly acclaimed and influential figures in the African fashion industry

Samson Soboye- Designer, stylist and owner of the Soboye Boutique
Ola Shobowale- Fashion contributor, stylist, mentor and talent spotter
Hannah Pool- Journalist/author /curator of Africa Utopia/Features Editor ARISE magazine, Grazia contributor
Helen Jennings- ARISE magazine editor / author of African fashion bible New African Fashion

Africa has always provided one of the richest sources of exotic imagery for designers, with bold, abstract and geometric signage, hatch marks, circles and triangles of African textiles. Going as far back as the 19^th century, the likes of Picasso and Matisse were openly influenced by African design, as seen in their cubist and decorative pieces. Over 200 years on, African inspired fashion and design still remains a source of new age style and inspiration, expressive in the vitality of modern life within both urban and luxury settings.

The evening was led by Jeffrey Lennon, Director of the Urban Enterprise Network and started by focusing on the issues affecting the industry, in terms of growth coverage and future demand and/or interest in African fashion and design. Is the sudden popularity of African fashion just a trend, here today and gone tomorrow?

Samson Soboye:

“African fashion and design is not a fly by trend”

I did this event as a wakeup call to say that African design and designers have been here and are not going anywhere. African fashion and design is not a fly by trend. I have been on this street for over 10 years and have always represented African designers, and designers that use Africa as a point of reference for their designs. We are here to stay.

With the rising popularity of African design, how can we make sure that the industry doesn’t get over saturated?

Ola Shabowale:

“African fashion and its designers are far from being over exposed”

When I speak to the top stylists for high fashion brands and ask what African designers they know, most struggle to name more than one, if any. Therefore, I think African fashion and it’s designers are far from being over exposed or oversaturated”.

Moreover, the African fashion and design industry needs more pioneers, like Franca Sozzani (Editor-in-chief, Vogue Italia) who became a champion for change, by launching Vogue Italia-Black. She created a legacy for African designers and gave African (and African inspired) creatives who have always yearned for that exposure, and the opportunity to stand next to mainstream brands.

Hannah Pool:

“The Industry is so far from reaching saturation point”

I agree with Ola in saying that the industry is so far from reaching saturation point. In fact London is so different to the rest of the country in regards to access and exposure to African designers that designers have to be very smart in strategically placing themselves in the right publications or in the hands of the right people to get any kind of exposure.

Are designers preparing themselves well enough in order to gain access into the mainstream?

Ola Shobowale:

“For more designers from the diaspora to be noticed, they need to step up their game”

We must remember that for several African designers, the UK is not their primary market. The central reason designers showcase their designs in Europe is to strengthen their brand and grow their credibility and international presence; but their main buyers are not in Europe.

African designers want Western exposure, but they are also very focused on the retail aspects of their businesses. For more designers from the diaspora to be noticed, they need to step up their game in terms of the quality, availability and business acumen when dealing with Western markets.

I believe African designers are getting a lot of success now is because the industry is looking specifically at African design. However, if many of these designers were to stand alone in the sea of other mainstream competitors, they would find themselves challenged by the quality and quantity of expected of them.

Helen Jennings:

“Although it’s trendy to be an African designer right now, you must also be a good designer”

Although it’s trendy to be an African designer right now, you must also be a good designer, and keep consistent in producing high quality collections. I’m constantly approached by designers, and I pay attention to the ones that know how to play the game. They don’t need to have a fancy PR agency, but they have a look book, noted experience and a clear vision for their collection.

How to play the game- Working with mainstream media for mainstream access

Hannah Pool:

“People still consider black as “limiting” or as a “narrow field”

Having been a journalist at the Guardian for over 10 years, I used to run a black fashion and beauty column and there was always an apprehension about the availability of content, as the editors would often ask, “Aren’t you going to run out things to write?

This goes to show how people still consider black as “limiting” or as a “narrow field”.

Therefore designers need to be very strategic in using the media in a smart and savvy way. If you find a publication or outlet that sits well with your brand, make sure you are assertive and have a media budget (however small) and strategy in place.

It’s worth your while to send things out to shoots and to stylists. It’s not enough just to be a fabulous designer, and think “my stuff is beautiful, people will want it”, that counts for nothing if people don’t know you exist.

The evolution of contemporary African design, into a traditional African narrative

Samson Soboye:

“Times are changing”

It should also be noted that not too long ago, being a creative was not a respectable profession in Africa. However, times are changing.

Hannah Pool:

“As my confidence and desire [for African designed apparel] grows, I hope so will others.”

In Africa, to be working in any area of the arts is considered a luxury, and to do that, you have to have to have a certain level of economic stability and confidence. It’s the third generation that have the freedom to bypass the expectations of becoming doctors and lawyers. It’ takes that amount of time, and that’s what we are seeing now, we are seeing it across literature, fashion and the arts.

I am from East Africa, but I love prints, be it from East or West Africa. But I also know that when I walk into a meeting, full of white men in suits, and I’m dressed head to toe in African print, it does make a difference; and it takes balls. I probably wouldn’t have done that at the start of my career, but as my confidence and desire [in African designed apparel] grows, I imagine so will others. This is why the growth of African fashion and design cannot be talked about in isolation to Africa’s economic growth, and the evolution in cultural identity amongst those within the African diaspora.

Although, these issues are all complicated they are interwoven into the essence of this debate.

Filming for the BBC Three Body Beautiful series – Changing perceptions of #naturalhair

Posted on October 29, 2012

Last Friday I made my way down to Loft Studio’s in North West London to be filmed for the a new BBC Three series entitled The Body Beautiful, a season of programmes starting this autumn, exploring the topic of body image. I was called in specifically to talk about the relationship between the black female community and our relationship with synthetic hair (hot topic I know!!)

The Body Beautiful season features a collection of enlightening documentaries that question whether making changes to your body can bring you happiness whilst highlighting the variety of ways young people are striving for these physical changes.

Filming with Mentorn TV for this documentary was a great experience. I sat in the studio whilst I was recorded and asked questions about my opinion on the matter. Obviously, I won’t give away too much, but I did relay my views about the shame which many women carry because of their hair texture, and how our efforts to hide it relate back to colonialism and adhering to western perceptions of beauty (consciously and/or subconsciously). However, I also touched upon how that is changing amongst younger generations, with the rise in blogs and magazines which have increased the access to natural hair care education and positive images of women with natural hair in the media.

The content will be made available on November the 27^th, and will feature online as part of the live debate show, Free Speech, hosted by Jack Humphrey, where the focus of this edition considers how much body image impacts on young people’s lives. I will be sure to let you know when it’s available to watch, but until then will be crossing my fingers, in the hope that they edited my comments graciously. I would not class myself a icon for natural hair, or anything else for that matter, but I do feel passionate about the topic and hope my opinions hold some weight and reflect the thoughts of those that pioneer natural hair care within in the UK and beyond.

So we were on set with @Afro_Blush last Friday for #FreeSpeech – talking about #naturalhair. Videos coming soon! http://t.co/lhRN7I5M—
Charlotte Marsden (@Charlotte_TV) October 29, 2012

“Out with the old, in with the new”- Love, Life & Lipstick

Posted on September 19, 2012

I never thought I would ever say this, but I am shamefully grateful that London Fashion Week is over! I hadn’t planned to go, and was quite uncertain that I would gain #LFW blogger accreditation, so when I did I knew it was another fashion extravaganza and great networking opportunity that could not be missed, so I held my breath, crossed my fingers and dived into the London Fashion underworld.

[LOVE]

In most cases, I am queen of the underworld, and like a true sanguine style, I love shows, people, music, late nights, canapés, and endless chit chat and champs, but for those who don’t know I ended my relationship with my partner of almost five years a couple of weeks or so ago, and although it was a premeditated decision, it’s knocked my social mojo right off kilter, and left the #LFW after parties etc. for next season.

Relationships are like glass. Sometimes it’s better to leave them broken than try to hurt yourself putting it back together.

[LIFE]

Right, like the title says, ‘out with the old news baby, in with the new’. Thank you so much to all who nominated me for a Cosmopolitan Award for Best Lifestyle blogger. For anyone that doesn’t follow me on Twitter (which you know you should!), I have been selected as a finalist to attend the award ceremony on October 4^th this year. I don’t believe I have fully expressed my gratitude, so many of you that have RT’d and Reblogged on my behalf, I am touched and deeply humbled by your love and support.

Thank You!

I know it was you guys, because it wasn’t me, I am so not the self-promotional type, not the ‘look at me, vote for me type’, so the fact that I got through on my viewer votes alone, despite the thousands of blogger entries was truly CRA(z)Y ! Thank y’all and LOVE Y’all!

African Apparel designer/blogger/fashionista AJ, from My African Closet, who recently featured in the Guardian has so kindly offered to create a custom dress for little old me, especially for the Cosmopolitan Blogger Award ceremony. So when I am not blogging, I am daydreaming about it my dress to be. So you can bet I will be posting that on here when it’s done. Congratulations to My African Closet for being nominated the running for Best Fashion Blog (I think I may have voted for you twice #overenthusiastic)

Blog post on AJ’s AW12 Collection posting this Friday.

[LIPSTICK]

Last but never least, thank you to:

-Jazz FM for a great night at Café Rouge with live music and great food for The Rainbow Trust charity
-V&A Museum- thanks for the V&A Ballgowns book, love all the dresses in there!
-Rimmel London- for my manicure and Kate Moss lipsticks for London Fashion Week. I genuinely love the iconic colours from Kate’s second lipstick collection.
- Fad Charity, Maths, Ji Cheng, ForwardPR, PopPR and Raffaele Ascione for accommodating me for the Vauxhall Fashion Scout shows at such short notice!

Ji Cheng SS13 #VauxhallFashionScout #LFW @FashionScout (afroblush.com)
#LFW Day 2 – What I wore (afroblush.com)

#LFW Day 2 – What I wore

Posted on September 18, 2012

My top hair care buys for this summer

Posted on May 21, 2012

1) Mazuri Organics Hair Straightening Serum

£3.99 (200ml)
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As I do not chemically straighten my hair, I occasionally hot comb it if I want to achieve a straighter look, however it’s important to take into account the damage heat does to your hair. So if you are going to apply heat to your hair make sure it’s well protected. Since the beginning of the year I have been using Mazuri Organics straightening serum; it works to prepare the hair for thermal straightening and helps to keep hair straighter for longer.

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2) Mazuri Organics Moroccan Olive Oil Sheen Spray

£0.99 (100ml)

If you do happen to get the Mazuri straightening serum, I would advise using the Moroccan Oil Sheen spray. Moroccan oils are one of the rarest and richest oils in the world and have been well known for rejuvenating moisture in hair and skin, this sheen spray has been custom blended with Moroccan Argan oil and Mediterranean olive oil. It smells great and I often use it as a normal afro sheen spray, I also love that it small and handbag friendly. However, I would point out that this product has paraffinium liquid, isobutane and propane, so do bare this in mind if you are chemical cautious.

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3) Toulou Organics- Sapote & Monoi deTahiti Moisturising Hair Butter

£19.50 (120g)

Toulou Organics is my new best hair friend; and having been to the relaunch for their products you can believe me when I say they know their stuff! Toulou Organics does not use parabens, petroleum, GM ingredients, SLS, synthetics colours or fragrances or propylene. In summary it’s “nature in a jar”

The Sapote & Monoi deTahiti moisturising hair butter is suitable for natural and processed hair, and is especially effective for those with dry and damaged hair and a flaky scalp. Sapote is a fruit commonly eaten in Latin American countries and is packed with an array of Vitamins and minerals. I have just started using the hair butter and it’s a definite must have for me.

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4) Toulou Organics- Jojoba Hair Oil

(100ml)

Jojoba is rich in Vitamins A, D, E & F, I have started using this hair oil in the same way I have been using normal virgin olive for years. It is suitable for most hair types, great for conditioning and moisturising dry and brittle hair, very helpful for preventing the build up of excess oil and can be used as a hot oil treatment. Although functionally I think it works like pure olive oil, Although I also reckon the Vitamin content to be richer and the smell is without a doubt much more pleasant!

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5) Philip Kingsley Exfoliating Scalp Mask

£5.25 (20ml)

Called “The Hair Doctor” by The Times and “The Hair Guru” by The New York Times, Philip Kingsley, is the go to guy for hair products, I’ve read his book ‘Hair Bible- a complete guide to health and care’. The Philip Kingsley exfoliating scalp mask containing organic Aloe Vera and a combination of powerful exfoliants to help minimize flaking, whilst soothing the scalp. This scalp mask helps to remove dead skins cells, counteracting the build up of dry flaky skin.

6) Philip Kingsley Stimulating Scalp Mask

£5.25 (20ml)

This is a great products for rejuvenating hair growth. Apply after washing hair and feel that vapouresque feeling as the pours in my scalp breathe. This is a combination of vitamins, minerals, stimulating menthol and peppermint for optimum scalp health. This scalp treatment encourages blood circulation while helping to improve hair texture and behaviour.

If you happen to try any of these products let me know your thoughts, or get in touch if you have any other hair products I should know about :-)

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Louisa,

@CrystalAfro’s Afro Comb Day at the Petrie Museum of Egyptian Archaeology, London

Posted on May 10, 2012

My afro and I were graciously invited to the Petrie Museum of Egyptian Archaeology, to join the bloggers focus group which took place as part of Afro Comb day.

Hosted by Crystal Afro, the creator of the natural hair care blog United KinKdom, AfroComb day was an insightful collaboration between Crystal (@CrystalAfro) and Egyptologist Sally-Ann Ashton.

I was late for the first round of debates (hand over face), but I managed to be part of the second round, where I got to meet several of my favourite hair bloggers and have what I felt was very meaningful, open and honest discussions on what it was to have afro hair growing up in the UK. We swopped tips and tricks from which combs to use, products to avoid and had a humorous talk on the growing community of ‘natural Nazis’ flourishing on the YouTube landscape.

Regretfully, I had to leave earlier than the others (my fault for being late in the first place), but I had a great time, and look forward to reading what the other bloggers took away from the day. Crystal did a fantastic job at bringing together an eclectic mix of modern day natural hair bloggers to discuss what afro hair and the afro-comb means to so many. Lord knows that it’s impossible to have this level of debate is impossible on twitter with its 140 character limit!

Here are some pictures I took on my iPhone on some of the natural hair combs, some of which are over 500 years old.

Afro’s & headline fashion shows AW12 (afroblush.com)
History and Future of Press and Curl Market (hairtobeauty.wordpress.com)

Afro’s & headline fashion shows AW12

Posted on March 14, 2012

Alas! We are beginning to see in upward shift in top fashion designers opting to have their black models extension-less. It is extremely gratifying to have seen that throughout London, Milan and Paris fashion week the ever proud afro has largely been spared the gruesome, make and break routine that all too often black models are subject to, in an effort to ‘manage’ afrohair among western fashion showcases.

”Left in the hands of hairstylists deaf to the temperament of Black tresses, Black fashion pioneers have recounted tales of their coils and strands being stretched to their breaking, frayed ends; scalps carelessly permed, harshly scorched, battered with color, and left to be restored by weaves, wigs, and the shearing of frazzled locks” Maria Carlos- Vogue Italia

I can only hope that designers and stylists are learning to understand the diversity of black hair texture and work with it rather than eradicate it. Furthermore,as afro hair care products are increasing reaching mainstream retailers and high end salons, we remain optimistic that they will soon land in the hands of industry’s top hair masters that have yet to understand how to manage and maintain afro hair.

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Model Harieth Paul, had a strong presence with her coiffed fro across the catwalks of Burberry Prosum, Diane Von Furstenberg, Yigal Azourel and Costello Tagliapietra; whilst Ajak Deng made a mark with her signature short cut across the runways of Suno, Roksanda Ilincic, and Issa.

So what are your thoughts, have you noticed a shift in natural hair models this year? I suspect with the likes of Julia Sarr-Jamois and Solange Knowles growing in popularity among bloggers and fashion publications such as NYTimes and British Vogue, natural hair models, and natural hair in general is gradually being treated less contentiously.

Paris Fashion Week – a recap on afrofashion #vogueitalia

Posted on March 12, 2012

Barbara von Enger

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The Jardins des Tuileries and other cult locations are now the background to capture the trends of those that follow fashion both for work and for passion.

Gianluca Senese photographs them with his camera, and here you will be able to follow everyday the latest updates.

[Day 3]- Ubuntu International Project- Vauxhall Fashion Scout #LFW @ubuntuproject

Posted on February 20, 2012

Ubuntu “I am what I am because of who we all are”

The Ubuntu International Project showcase took place on Sunday (19^th) as part of the Vauxhall Fashion Scout as part London Fashion Week 2012. The show is run by South African Artist Management (SAAM), an international consultancy committed to developing, promoting and exporting a new South African design-led aesthetic. The aim of the show was to provide a spotlight for emerging designers to illustrate how the diaspora is transcending the traditional viewpoint of afrocentric design.

“’Africaness’ is being challenged and explored…we at Ubuntu are also part of this self-defining creative growth. As we prepare for the second Ubuntu Vauxhall Fashion Scout; London Fashion Week our trajectory has led us to the platform AFRO-ECO meets AFRO GLAM” Theo Omambala- International fashion consultant.

The showcase was vibrant, and despite a couple of wardrobe malfunctions, I remained positively intrigued to see all the collections. It was mentioned by several attendees that the sheer growth of the event compared to sixth months ago is a testimony to the demand and support for emerging designers out of Africa. It heightens the expectation that emerging African designers could soon well be headline designers at future fashion weeks to come, I look forward to cheerleading on the front row when that happens, but I believe that we still have a way to go till we see that.

The collection I felt deserved most recognition was by was Jose Hendo, the inspirational and underrated Ugandan designer, whom I had the pleasure of meeting at the ‘See Africa Differently’ launch party last Autumn. The description of her collection in the Ubuntu International Project brochure was spot on in saying that Jose takes a fresh approach to contemporary fashion design. Her entire collection uses eco-friendly fabrics to make unique bespoke pieces from barkcloth and cotton.

For the next Ubuntu showcase it would be exciting to see how the designers work uniformally with the makeup designers and hair stylists to create signature and wholesome looks for each collection. Every model had a cornow plait which lead into a teased up-do. I have come to find straight plaited cornrows cliché at African fashion showcases, especially with the variety of braid styles available. The event had an encouraging turnout and I look forward to see the development of Ubuntu International Project.

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The list of designers include:

Clinton Lotter- The collection is based on the subtle culmination of afro and art deco influences

Jose Hendo- The collection promotes the use of organic, untreated raw and recycled materials to support ethical trading.

Kevin Friedman- An innovative combination of high caratage gemstones and precious metals with ordinary ‘found’ objects.

Ayo Van Elmar- The collection is in tribute to the blast victims and families in Nigeria; a reminder that the voice of humanity and reason will triumph over barbarism.

Samantha Dollar- The collection is inspired mainly by my African and Benue (Tiv) origins

Joan Okorodudu- Collection from the brand, House of Jolla.

#Chemistry

Posted on January 7, 2012

I adore this picture, makes me feel warm inside :-)

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Styling Short Natural Hair: Quick and Easy TWA Style with @NaturalChica

Posted on December 5, 2011

As many of you know, I had my big chop in May, and since October I have decided to let my TWA (teeny weeny afro) grow. My hair length is about 3.5 inches now, which is good, but not yet at that styling length. Hopefully by January/February I should be getting my clips and pins out. At the moment I am not using a lot of gel or alcohol based products, because I am using Live Colour XXL to dye my hair, and therefore ultimately trying to avoid any further product damage.

To shampoo I use Elvive colour protect, and then apply the Elvive protective masque for 15 mins and then rise. I use a mixture of virgin olive oil or carrot oil along with Organic Root Stimulator’s olive oil moisteriser, I am at that great stage when its short enough to wash n go.

Me in early October, TWA length was about 2.5 inches.

So between now and January I will be posting some of my favourite natural hair TWA tutorials, just to get me in the styling mood. I will be uploading more recent pictures natural hair journey so far this week!

The first on my YouTube playlist is Styling Short Natural Hair: Quick and Easy TWA Style with @NaturalChica. Enjoy

The Romantic Process of Jesse Boykins III

Posted on November 6, 2011

“Singer-songwriter Jesse Boykins III mixes vintage etiquette with Internet eloquence, romantic visions with an instinct for presentation, and soulful performances with overseas plane tickets.”

Media artist and writer- Peju Alatise

Posted on October 31, 2011

Peju Alatise is a Nigerian mixed media artist and writer. Her talent extends to jewelry design, installation, architecture, furniture design and painting. Her work expresses her passion for the modern life of African women and their traditions. Well known in the art community in Nigeria, Peju’s work is certainly inspiring and evocative.

“As an artist, I have learned to become a medium for a viewer to observe through to attain a different perspective. Just as a pair of spectacles would either alter or enhance the wearer’s vision, I lend myself to an onlooker to see a subject matter through my own eyes to observe differently.” – Peju Alatise

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Natural hair growth: keeping the end goal in mind

Posted on October 30, 2011

“If i could get over that HUMP (mmmmm)then maybe i will feel better,

maybe I won’t FALL,

if I could get over that HUMP (mmmmmmm)

then maybe I will”

Erykah Badu – The Hump

I am going through the second stage of my natural hair growth journey, and since I have been keeping it short, general maintenance and management has been nothing short of easy. However, that time has come when it must grow, leaving me in with a 70’s, Jackson 5 look. This weekend I was very close to buying some weave (hand over face) but with some encouraging words from my boyfriend I decided against my trip. I am 24 and this had been my third ‘big chop’ experience, but it’s my first to wear it out all natur-elle, and although I am loving it; occasionally I do miss swinging some hair around… But I know what relaxer does to my hair, and because of that I MUST keep the end in mind.

So since I know I have quite a few readers going through the natural hair journey for all sorts of reasons, I just wanted to post a word of encouragement to keep the end in mind, and just get over that hump.

This is my most recent hair inspiration

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Posts tagged “afro”

Posted on November 23, 2012

What’s up peeps? It’s FRIIDDAY *does solo Mexican wave*

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Although it’s a shame that they only showed about 5% of what I said, I have two quick points I would like to make.

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“African fashion and design is not a fly by trend”

“African fashion and its designers are far from being over exposed”

“The Industry is so far from reaching saturation point”

“For more designers from the diaspora to be noticed, they need to step up their game”

“Although it’s trendy to be an African designer right now, you must also be a good designer”

“People still consider black as “limiting” or as a “narrow field”

“Times are changing”

“As my confidence and desire [for African designed apparel] grows, I hope so will others.”

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