Does this image look familiar? Yes, it is a Rosie the Riveter inspired design. I wanted to reintroduce this strong iconic image to the Global Couture brand. What do you think? Leave comments below. A brief history of Rosie: Before the United States entered World War II, several companies already had contracts with the government to produce war equipment for the Allies. Almost overnight the United States entered the war and war production had to increase dramatically in a short … [Read more...]
Is an Afro Still a Political Statement? The New York Times Explores
by Clutch Is an afro still a political statement? It’s a complicated question for the African-American community, whose hair is tangled in the web of American racial politics.The weight of the issue doesn’t stop journalists from attempting to explore it. New York Times writer Ruth La Ferla examined the political significance of the new afro, determining that it’s “a kinder, gentler ‘natural’ pretty much shorn of its militancy” compared to the style of the 1960s era.She writes:The style’s current … [Read more...]
Kids with Natural Hair: Healthy Hair Care Tips for Children
by Bee of 83toinfinity.comof ThreeNaturals Do you have memories of sitting in between your mother’s legs while she parted your hair, oiled your scalp, and styled you up in some plaits and twists, perhaps with pretty clips and bubbles and elastics? Are those memories fond or fearful? For me, they’re all warm and fuzzy. Having my mom wash and braid me up for school was usually something I looked forward to – her hands were gentle, I loved the smell of the African Pride scalp oils she used … [Read more...]
GLOBAL COUTURE Giveaway
ATTENTION LADIES: A GLOBAL COUTURE giveaway is now up on NaturalChica.com: Go to link below to enter: http://www.naturalchica.com/2013/10/giveaway-global-couture-t-shirt-accessory-set/The GiveawayTwo lucky Natural Chica winners will receive their choice of 1 T shirt & 1 Accessory set Choices: Stay Calm I’m Just Natural Tee, Curly Girl Tee, Nappy Dictionary Tee (sizes small-4xl) & Kente Bow accessories set … [Read more...]
Global Couture video clip
Thank you Shereece for creating this for me! See more at Globalcouture.net … [Read more...]
Naturally Fierce Feature: Briana
My name is Briana Alyssa and I am originally from Los Angeles. Both my mother and fathers side are from Arkansas and my hair is definitely a blend of both family's traits. My thickness is from my dads side and I owe having long hair most of my life to my mothers side. I am often questioned if Im "mixed" because of my curls but both parents are African American. I received my first perm when I was nine because my mom couldn't handle how thick my hair was. My last perm was when I was 13, I decided … [Read more...]
How to Rock a Bow by Global Couture
Hairbows are the perfect way to dress up natural hair. Check out some of my faves worn on buns, locs, wash n gos, twa's, and bantu knots. They can even double as bowties. All super cute! Shop tees and accessories at GlobalCouture.net … [Read more...]
Outfit of the Week: Polka dot accessories & curly girl iPhone case
I think I would wear the bow as a broach with this skirt. What do you think? Polka dot accessories & curly girl iPhone case sold at GlobalCouture.net … [Read more...]
Naturally Fierce Feature: Elysian
My name is Elysia Hines and I was born and raised in Chicago. I am biracial, my mother is Caucasian (Scottish/Welsh heritage), while my father is African American. I started getting relaxers at the age of 4 (yes, crazy to fathom that thought now.) My mother says my hair was so thick and unruly, that she didn’t know how to handle it. So, she cut all my hair off when I was around 5 (yes, I looked like a little boy walking around lol). Being someone who had gotten relaxers my whole life, … [Read more...]
Outfit of the Week: I Love My Natural Swagg tee & Houndstooth accessories
What do you think of this look? I Love My Natural Swagg tee & Houndstooth accessories sold at GlobalCouture.net … [Read more...]
Stay Calm Im Just Natural
Outfit of the Week: Kente Bowtie & Earrings
I love Boho chic. Kente Bowtie and earrings sold at GlobalCouture.netHow would you wear the accessories? … [Read more...]
Outfit of the Week: Nappy Dictionary Tee, Animal Print earrings & Curly Ashley tote
How would you rock this items? Nappy Dictionary Tee, Animal Print earrings & Curly Ashley tote sold at GlobalCouture.netI haven't worn sneaker wedges. What do you think?? … [Read more...]
Outfit of the Week: Black Gold Collection Bow tie & earrings
This is how you wear a bow tie this summer. It's such a cute trend right now.Black and Gold Kente BowtieEarrings Sold at GlobalCouture.netHow will you wear it? … [Read more...]
Outfit of the Week: Curly Girl Tee & Rasta collection earrings
I dont know who this girl is, BUT I so want to meet her. I love this electic look!! What do you think? Curly girl w/ black bow teeRasta collection earringsSold at GlobalCouture.net … [Read more...]