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...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: Crystal

My name is Crystal. I am originally from Chicago but currently live is San Antonio, Texas. How long have you been natural? My last relaxer was December 2008. What motivated you to go natural? Were you a transitioner or a Big Chopper & why? My daughters motivated me to go natural. My girls are 8 and 5 and when they were born and I saw their hair I thought, "My hair must look like this." Also, 5 months postpartum after having my 5 year old, (March 2008) I went to get my ends TRIMMED … [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...]


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...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: Brandy

My name is Brandi McNealy and I'm originally from a very small town in north Florida but I currently reside in Tallahassee, Florida (Go Noles!). How long have you been natural? I have been natural since November 2012. What motivated you to transition? Were you a transitioner or a Big Chopper and why? My intent was to be a long term transitioner. My last relaxer was in November 2012 and that was my THIRD TIME attempting to go natural. The mistake I made the previous two times was trying … [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...]


Fashionable Friday: Kinks Are The New Pink

Hello! My name is Ashlei and I’m the Creator & Author of the personal style and natural hair blog - Kinks are the new Pink! How would you describe your style? I would describe my style as evolving, especially right now as I’m noticing a change in items I’m gravitating to and purchasing. It’s weird to admit it, but my style is starting to become a little more grown up, which I’m actually finding to be very exciting and I’m so happy I have the blog to document that growth process. … [Read more...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: Faune

My name is Faune Martin, I'm 18 years old and I live in Copenhagen, Denmark in Scandinavia. My heritage is half danish and half american in which i'm also part native american. Since I was a child I've mostly had my hair loose without tight up-do's. I've cut it once where I was short haired (to the neck/ears or so) for approximately a year - it grows out quickly!  Since then I only cut the ends to keep it healthy and fresh (and to define the natural curls). From time to time I straighten it just … [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...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: Shantel

My name is Shantel but most just call me Elle. I am originally from Maryland but now reside in Virginia with my 2 daughters, husband, and a little Shih Tzu name Lily. I am now a freelance makeup artist and spend my time watching the clock waiting for my little bun to come out the oven... yes another Queen in training due in October! How long have you been natural? I will be natural for 4 years in October of this year! Time has really flown by! What motivated you to transition? Were you a … [Read more...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: Brandi

Hi. My name is Brandi. I'm from NC and I am obsessed with natural hair. I've been educating myself for quite sometime now to help with my natural hair journey and my daughters hair. I have two daughters, one who is four years old (and of course has never had a relaxer) and my oldest who is 11 years old and big chopped in September of 2012. We all have different hair types so it was essential to educate myself. I had no choice. How long have you been natural? Well, this is actually my second … [Read more...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: Jeré

My name is Jeré (pronouced Jer-ray) and I am a married mom with two beautiful girls. I have passion for God, natural hair, fashion, beauty, singing, and inspiring others. I was born and raised in Brooklyn New York to West Indian parents but currently live in Central Florida. My passion for natural hair, fashion, and inspiring led me to use my gift for gab and writing into developing my own blog and vlog. I'm also a high school teacher who teaches Advance Placement American Government and I love … [Read more...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: Meka

My name is Meka L, I was born in the islands, grew up in VA and I currently reside in the suburbs outside of Philly. I work in healthcare but I have a passion for blogging about natural hair. In terms of my hair I've done it all, from perms, braids, locs, and now a fro...continue reading to learn more about the journey.How long have you been natural? I have been natural since 2005 or 2006What motivated you to transition? Were you a transitioner or a Big Chopper& why? I can’t remember why i … [Read more...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: Suraya

Hi my name Is Suki. A creative spirit born in the 90’s. I'm a proud mother of two beautiful kids. My daughter Zoë-Yzabella is 2 and my baby boy Yoshua is a newborn. I'm Dutch with South-American roots, currently living in Holland. I stayed in New York for a while & I miss it with all my heart. How long have you been natural? I've always been natural, I never used any chemicals to change my hair texture even though I did want to, but instead I just embraced my hair at the age of 12. … [Read more...]