@KEMIIXOO by Marsha B. Wearing a protective style during the warmer seasons is like heaven on earth. There’s no better feeling than freeing yourself of styling responsibilities for an extended period of time. Although they are convenient, fiinding the perfect style that balances both your professional and personal life can be challenging! Have no fear; here are five styles that…
MissT1806 writes: Some people say natural hair is unprofessional – in this video I share 4 easy, very polished styles perfect for work. These will also be great for all recent graduates currently interviewing to land that new gig! Watch Now!>>>
by Mia via GlobalCouture Many of us naturals have struggled with the way our hair should be worn in the workplace, but what about head wraps and turbans? Is there an appropriate way to wear them or should they even be allowed in the office at all? I’ll be the first to admit that I was against this whole idea…
Photo via Elizabeth Dungan by Bee of 83toinfinity.com Natural hair in the workplace is a discussion I haven’t had in quite some time. In all honesty, I’ve almost completely forgotten about (ignored? remained indifferent to?) outsiders’ perceptions and the intersections of me, my professionalism, and my physical presentation – but I was reminded of it all last night. Read On!>>>…
#WorkFlow Tawanda J. submitted her super cute office style for your inspiration. Read on for the quick tutorial! Continue>>> TJLuvsBeingNatural.com writes: Twisted updo’s and buns are my go to for work styles for my natural hair. They don’t take a lot of time in the morning they’re protective and still allow for a lot of creativity within a professional look….
by Sabrina Perkins When I first went natural I was terrified of going out into the world with my new hair. It was my own hair but there was no straightening, wig, or weave to cover my curly texture. It was just me. I was received with welcome arms from most, but I did notice the silent stares by others….
Dr. Kimberly Nettles writes: I will never forget my first time preparing for a pharmacy job interview. “So are you really going to wear your hair like that?”, my fellow colleague asked peering into my Afro as if it were a foreign object. I had never given a second thought to the idea if my hair would be “acceptable” to wear…
by Skinny-Kenny Recently I had the displeasure of having my hair bar me from a job. Despite the fact that I didn’t really care for the job, I decided to go on the interview just to see what the job entailed. I sat calmly waiting for my turn. The first person to be interviewed was a Black man with the…
Is there a Place for It? by Susan Walker of Earthtones Naturals via Three Naturals I attended a natural hair party a few weeks 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…
via LifeWithBabyJSo what is a TWA you ask? Teeny Weeny Afro! That is the classification of my hair at the length that it is at right now. Although I think I will be past that stage very soon because I am almost able to put my hair into a ponytail now… MILESTONE!! Anyway… That’s not the point of this post….
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