Shrinkage is a ‘Frenemy’

Shrinkage. It’s like a “frenemy” for those of us that know it well. The love/hate relationship is ever present, but perhaps instead of battling it, we should learn to embrace shrinkage as a gift. I know, I know, you’re probably thinking: “What in the world is this crazy girl talking about? Love shrinkage?” It seems like an impossible task. However, if you stop and think about it, shrinkage is the very thing that gives natural hair its best trait: versatility. All around the web, I see … [Read more...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: Etiopia

My name is Etiopia Martin, and I'm from New York; I'm currently a college student majoring in fashion marketing How long have you been natural? I have been natural my whole life, as a child I always wanted to have straight hair like everyone else . My mother refused to give me or allow me to put any chemicals in my hair that would change its natural texture and that at almost 20 years old I'm thankful for that . How would you describe your hair? I would describe my hair as "Hair who … [Read more...]


Style Inspiration: Stay Calm I’m Just Natural

Day at the Mall by globalcouture featuring Stay Calm Im Just Natural D G black velvet blazer - farfetch.com ONLY light blue skinny jeans $48 - only.com Rebecca Minkoff black leather pumps rebeccaminkoff.com Miu Miu genuine leather purse mytheresa.com Pyramid earrings theshoppingchannel.com Mid finger ring $8.52 - chelseadoll.co.uk Ray-Ban black glasses revolveclothing.com Stay Calm Im Just Natural | Global … [Read more...]


5 Ways to Use Olive Oil for Natural Hair

Treat your natural coils to these olive oil recipes for hair that looks and feels healthier. Dry curly hair is the WORST! But olive oil can be your best friend when it comes to preventing natural Type 4 hair from getting dry and crunchy? Whether it’s a pre-poo treatment or the secret ingredient in your whipped shea butter, olive oil could be your ticket to healthier looking and feeling hair. 1. Whipped Shea Butter A store bought or homemade whipped shea butter is a Type 4 curly’s best … [Read more...]


Style Inspiration: Baby it’s Raining Outside

  Rainy Day Chic by globalcouture featuring Nappy tee Carven trench coat $645 - harrods.com J Brand jeans $320 - question-air.com Hunter rubber boots nordstrom.com Crossbody purse modcloth.com MARC BY MARC JACOBS chain necklace couture.zappos.com Tory Burch hoop earrings toryburch.com Lipsy bracelet $24 - lipsy.co.uk Boohoo neon scarve boohoo.com Nappy. globalcouture.net … [Read more...]


10 Ways To Prevent Split Ends

Split ends are an unsightly, annoying and unattractive hindrance that will get in the way of healthy hair growth. Prevent split ends from occurring in the first place with these 10 easy tips: Put The Brush Away 1. Some people were taught to believe that brushing the full length of your hair often is good for your hair when it’s actually one of the worst things that you can do. In fact, it’s better to avoid brushing your hair period or at least do so very infrequently. Hard Bristle Brushes … [Read more...]


Fashionable Friday Feature: Olivia

My name is Olivia and I'm from Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands (in the Caribbean). I'm an Accountant by profession but my true calling is really to exist in the Fashion World. I have a penchant for all things creative- art, music, fashion and if you consider food and travel creative, then include those too :). How would you describe your style?- I don't believe that my style can be summed up in a specific way simply because it's all over the place. Sometimes classy, sometimes modest but … [Read more...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: Breana

My name is Breana, I am from Providence, Rhode Island and I am 21 years old. I have naturally curly hair but always wanted my hair straight when I was younger. As I got older and learned how to use a flat iron & dye my own hair, I began to straighten & dye my hair all the time, which resulted in damaged hair. My curls began to ruin and my hair started thinning, I've never had a "big chop" but decided to cut about 4-5 inches off to have healthier hair. I've then started to deep condition … [Read more...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: Ashley

Hey all—my name is Ashley and I’m a 23 yr Bronx, NY native.  I am currently a Customer Operations Associate at Birchbox, and I will be pursuing my masters degree in the fall.  I am also the creator of Curls Fo’ The Girls (curlsfothegirls.blogspot.com).  My blog is my baby and I am thankful for the push (no pun intended) to start her up.  It’s been one of my best experiences and an accomplishment! How long have you been natural? I have been natural for 2 years now.  I big chopped in May … [Read more...]


Natural Hair in the Corporate World

I attended a natural hair party some time ago and one  of the women made a comment that struck me as interesting.  We were discussing products and she informed me that her hair needs to be “neat” for work. She works as a graphic designer in a corporate office. When I asked her to clarify what she meant by “neat” she told me that she couldn’t have her hair “out” and made a wide gesture with her hands indicating that it couldn’t be big. Her hair was blow-dried straight and flat-ironed to encourage … [Read more...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: Shanti (BKA Around the Way Curls)

My name is Shanti and I am a twenty something mother, lover and creator. I am co-editor of the blog Around the Way Curls. I have been natural all of my life but I have not always been embraced and celebrated my God given curls. Until I was 21 I had no idea how to do my hair. I was dependent on the flat iron and ponytails. Finally, I decided to research proper hair care for my curly, kinky hair and I stumbled upon the natural world blogosphere where I found a lot of helpful information that has … [Read more...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: Dalecia

My name is Dalecia and I reside in NC. I am a working MBA student who enjoys painting, dancing singing, making YouTube videos, and playing the piano. How long have you been natural? I have been natural for about 4 years now. What motivated you to transition? Were you a transitioner or a Big Chopper& why? I was a transitioner because I wasn’t ready to cut my hair. Instead I decided to cut about a inch off per month so that I can still have length. Two weeks ago I did a second big … [Read more...]


The Top 10 Stereotypes Naturalistas Have To Deal With Daily

  Yup, I’m going there. I’m taking about some of the stupidest, silliest, and downright insulting assumptions that are made about natural haired women. We all get them from time to time and what makes it so shamefully sad is that many of these assumptions or stereotypes come from other women, coworkers’ friends and even family members. There are countless things to say about natural haired women that are positive, polite and perfectly right but if you’ve been natural for a while those … [Read more...]


HAIR SHRINKAGE IS A THING, ACCEPT IT

PHOTO COURTESY OF THE TINY CLOSET Shrinkage is one of the top five most infuriating natural hair problems for most naturals. Everyone is trying to fight it or stop it before it even begins. It’s the devil to some while others just feel it’s something one must "deal" with. Some curls have minimal shrinkage while others contract to 50% or more of their true length. As we stretch our coils to show the world we actually have long hair, I’m wondering if we are all missing the point. Although … [Read more...]


Fashionable Friday Feature: Kachet

Hello! I'm Kachet (pronounced Cache), also known at The Lipstick Giraffe and I reside in Sacramento, CA. I use The Lipstick Giraffe blog to showcase my personal style and show others that they can be on trend without breaking the bank. By day, I am a marketing manager for a property based improvement district (PBID) and I've previously worked in the advertising industry. What can I say? I love people and connecting them with brands. Why call the blog The Lipstick Giraffe? Well, I'm a tall … [Read more...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: Sharon

I’m Sharon from Queens, NY currently residing in PA. How long have you been natural? I have been natural for 10-12 years. What motivated you to transition? Were you a transitioner or a Big Chopper& why? I started transitioning after I met my husband in 2002.  We got married in 2003 and I was moving away from my mom who is the only person I felt comfortable doing my hair. Not wanting to deal with getting relaxers from someone else, I decided to see what my natural hair looked … [Read more...]