It's almost too simple to be called a style but the right outfit and accessories can make a single plaited ponytail simply chic. Check out more of Jenteel's photos here.
Mika from Caribbean Natural Hair Scene makes yet another appearance in a simple yet spiffy style.
We've seen this style many times and Essey06 of Fotki it wearing it well. Hair color can easily transform a look from bland to spicy. Just remember ladies, it's important to condition your hair weekly when it is chemically treated. See more pics from Essey06 here and always remember to...
Well people, what can I say? They're growing on me. Perhaps it's because I hadn't seen extensions on my head in so long. I still prefer the lighter, more natural feel but now that they aren't so tight, It's not too bad. I call them my Brandy Braids because they remind me of the plaits that Brandy Norwood wore when she was on Moesha. Stay tuned for the many styles I plan to try once the roots loosen up a bit. I may also do some growth shots to show how much my hair grows over the next few months while these braids are in.
Essey06 makes her first appearance on the Kinky BLOG in pure beautiful style. A simple braid-out with a pinned up side makes for a ultra trendy look. Top off your version of this style with your favorite accessory to add even more personality to your look. Check out more of this fabulous kinky-haired lady here.
I'm not sure if you remember the braids styling photo series I began last month. My aim is to do 15 styles by December 08 and this is style number 6. It's very simple but neat. Ignore the angry face and crooked glasses. lol. If you read my previous post you'd understand the face.
See these braids? Huh? See 'em?
Mika does yet another cute style. Flat-twists on one side. Twists on the other. Twists at the back and a bun in the middle make for a unique style. Check out one of her sites here.
I'm sure you've seen them. From behind they look like little women. I've seen a few with with straightened hair and sewn in extensions and tube tops to match the one and a half inch heel.
Hi Ladies. This is the same style that you saw two posts ago but with a scarf. I love accessories. I believe they can really change the look of a style. I think this pic proves it. I wore the style in the previous post with a bandoo/headband for work. I think it had a very professional feel. This however was my style for going to the grocery store. I think the scarf gave me a very casual look. I love to be relaxed on the weekends. I look pretty relaxed right?
Nafkiki from Ghana had her big chop on July 31, 2008. She used a very simple hair accessory to add flavor to her short 'do. Check out her Fotki hair album here.
Plaits and locs can easily be styles. I liked this style by this Fotki Lady. She simply flat-twisted one side and left the rest out which could be curled or uncurled. Hope you try it it you're wearing box braids or locs, but whatever you do...
I'm loving the Extra on Essence Blog. It doesn't hurt that it is hosted by the beautiful, natural haired, Tanika Ray. In this entry she talks about Terrence Howard and her hair. If you want to know what she uses in her hair, this is the article for you. Read the article here.
I thought about that question. I write about natural hair quite often so I figure I should have a definition for it. Caucasian people could have natural hair too right? It grew on their heads naturally. I'm laughing hysterically now but never mind me. I crack me up with my own corny jokes all the time but I'm sure you get the point. I decided to look it up on "the great" Wikipedia. See what I found here.
I'm all about conditioner washing. I rarely use shampoo now that I rinse or conditioner-wash my natural hair every few days. I found some great-smelling cheapies that have made that ritual a less stressing on my pocket.
Let me be painfully honest. I only read about her because of her hair. Yes, my obsession with hair is causing me to click on almost any article online with a picture of a natural model (Cora is not a model. She's a writer). I'm not purely hair driven however. The title of her book also caught me. I'm sure you'd be caught by the name Ghettonation too.
She's doing her thing and doing it well... and I mean really well. She is an inspiration to all black entrepreneurs in online businesses. I found great advice on everything from business to beauty in a recent article that was written. Here is one thing she had to say...
It is important to a little girl’s developing self image to have positive view of herself including her hair. Curls and coils are beautiful. Your daughter’s hair is beautiful. No matter what type of hair she has, you both can learn how to manage it....
Just to let you know...
Sadly, I had't been taking care of my nails lately but I'm back on track. My first move was to see what fabulous new colors are in for Fall. These colors were amongst my favorites. I think rich reds and pinks are great, providing a variety of looks from cutesy to HOTTT.
Her hair is always fabulous. She used satin foam rollers to create the curls and added some braids and rolls on the sides. Her result - a fabulous curl-hawk! I can't wait to try it. It may be a month or two until I do this since my hair is in plaits now but I'll post a pic as soon as I do this style. Remember to send me photos of the styles you've tried and I'm always welcoming comments.
