Fashionable Friday: Vic Styles

I'm Vic: fashion blogger (www.VicStyles.com), photographer, and wardrobe stylist. I'm originally from DC, went to college in Alabama, and now I live in Los Angeles How would you describe your style? My style is a mix of comfort, vintage, and trendy. I LOVE mixing prints, textures, and colors. I rarely wear anything REALLY short or REALLY tight. I like to have fun and I experiment a lot with bold accessories and color blocking. How do you decide what to wear in the morning? Hmmm... it … [Read more...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: Onika

My name is Onika Henry and I am an intentional student, from Trinidad and Tobago, studying for an M.Ed Human Sexuality degree in the USA. I’ve always wanted to be natural, especially since relaxers were such a stressful experience for me - I would often get bad chemical burns on my scalp if I didn’t treat it with some kind of protective cream at least a week before. Relaxing my hair was really done because I didn’t know how to care for and style my hair, not that I was really interested in … [Read more...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: Hennalice

My name is Hennalice Silva, and I'm Cape Verdean (West Africa) but I was born and raised in the Netherlands. I'm 27 years old and graduated with a Bachelor of Law. How long have you been natural? How you was embraced your curls?  My hair has always been like this, but that does not mean that I haven’t ruined it by pressing and dying my hair a lot! I haven’t dyed my hair for 2.5 years now. I don’t press my hair unless it’s my birthday or a special occasion where I need to be classier and not … [Read more...]


Do The New Army Regulations Unfairly Target Women with Natural Hair?

I was onling clicking through interesting articles and this caught my attention — not because of the title, but because of the picture associated used to promote the article: I saw a Black woman and the phrase “twists are not authorized”, and I was hooked. I  jumped in full steam ahead, reading up on the newly approved Army Regulation 670-1 and pouring over each slide of the leaked Army Regulation 670-1 Leader Training Powerpoint. Amid the regulations about tattoos, uniforms, and facial … [Read more...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: Alesha

Not to sound too much like an interview question, but here it goes.:) My name is Alesha Sullivan. I am from Memphis, TN but I currently live in Nashville, TN workingas a quality assurance software test lead (although I am thinking of getting my cosmetology license and starting a hair and skin care line with my best friend). I am 25 years old (but I might be 26 when you read this – BIRTHDAY is March 18th!!). I love to sing, dance, read, and learn all I can about all kinds of hair! I graduated … [Read more...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: Mimi

I'm MiMi. I'm a makeup artist, entrepreneur, a mom of a soon to be 2 year old son, and lover of all things art! I'm the owner of a beauty/fashion movement called "Beat&Snatched" as well as my own site "MiMiJonline". I'm originally from Kansas City, MO but have been an "honorary" GA Peach since 2000 when I moved here to attend Clark Atlanta University. How long have you been natural? I've been rocking my curls since May 2005. What motivated you to transition? Were you a transitioner or … [Read more...]


5 Hair Stretching Techniques to Combat Shrinkage!!

What is the one thing naturals wish would go away? Well, it would have to be shrinkage. If you flat iron your hair for length check-ups, your hair seems to hit your shoulders. But, once your hair is wet again, you may find your hair looks like you are back in the TWA stage. Our curls are often tightly coiled and can shrink up to 75 percent of our actual length. Shrinkage is always going to happen with curly hair whether it’s loose or tight. When your natural hair gets near your … [Read more...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: Kiana

Hi! My name is Kiana Gardner and I reside in New York and have for my entire life. I am 21 and I’m graduating in May with a BA in Psychology and Sociology/ Anthropology. I’m still working on life after graduation but let’s talk about my hair! How long have you been natural? I received my last perm in January of 2011 and transitioned until August of 2012 which is when I “big chopped”. I count from when I chopped so I’ve been fully natural for 1 year and 7 months! What motivated you to … [Read more...]


Fashionable Fridays: Kendra of Closet Confections

Introduce yourself! Hi, my name is Kendra.  I’m originally from Detroit, but I came to NYC for college with dreams of landing a glamorous job in fashion after I finished school.  That didn’t happen, but I did meet my wonderful husband, Eric. After spending several years working in the tech space, I decided I needed a more creative outlet.  So, I channeled my love of stilettos and the finer things in life into a fashion and lifestyle blog at www.ClosetConfections.com. When I’m not glued to … [Read more...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: Samantha

My name is Samantha and I'm originally from Chicago, IL, though I am currently living in San Diego, CA. I decided to go natural after seeing a friend's hair health and I am very happy I did. How long have you been natural? I have been natural for 12 years. What motivated you to transition? Were you a transitioner or a Big Chopper& why?  I transitioned into natural hair. After seeing my hair damaged, I knew I had to leave the relaxers alone and I've never looked back. How would … [Read more...]


Daddy Did My Hair

On a typical morning my family will get dressed and eat breakfast, after which my husband will brush my son’s hair and I will style my daughters’ hair. Well, a few days ago I had to leave for work before everyone else, so I did not have time for my girls’ hair. When I came home from work that day both of my daughters had new hairstyles. It didn’t look bad, just different from how I would have chosen to style it. My older daughter bounced over to me with the brightest smile and said, “Daddy did … [Read more...]


Are afros alternative?

It honestly depends on whom you ask and what their personal reflection of the word ‘alternative’ symbolizes to them. Whether one is talking about a subculture of the Natural Hair Movement (NHM) or merely a trend, there is an image that you can form in your mind on what an afro means in 2014. An afro is defined as two things: 1) a style where thick, curly hair erects around the head and 2) a natural hairstyle of black people.  I prefer the New York Times’ definition when discussing Dante De … [Read more...]


Bad Hair days…we’re entitled!

by Seriously Natural Let me first say that what you may consider a bad hair style may have been sparked by creative thought and a work of art to someone else.  This post is not about differences in creativity.  This post is simply about Bad Hair Days and being Natural doesn't mean you can't or WON'T have them. It just needs to be said.  All women are going to have bad hair days.  I don't care the race, the age, the sexual orientation or the hair type/texture.  This phenomenon has been … [Read more...]


A Woman’s Worth: Naturally Revolutionary

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...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: Clarissa

 1. Tell me a little about yourself and your hair journey.  My name is Clarissa and I’m from Aldan, Pa. I’m a graduatesStudent at Moore College of Art & Design. I’m a preacher’s kid and I love it! 2. How long have you been natural? I started transitioning in 2008 and I chopped the rest of my permed hair in 2009 .   3. What motivated you to transition? Were you a transitioner or a Big Chopper& why? I wanted to transition to my natural hair because I originally wanted to see … [Read more...]