The Tresstastic: Chunky Braids
I’ve been thinking of doing chunky braids for a little while now. Maybe longer than my usual twists and this pic has definitely inspired me to think bigger too!
The Announcement: Can I let you in on something really wonderful?
I’m really, REALLY excited right now. For several years me and the family been working on something special and now we’re able to tell you about it… a little anyway… We’re opening an…
The Tresstastic: Esperanza Spalding’s Full and Fabulous Fro
Just a little ode to Esperanza Spalding and her hair in all it’s gorgeousness. Looking forward to seeing her in more magazine spreads. She works it well!
The Style: ASOS Swim Campaign 2011
I’m going on holiday!!! Literally taking all my strength not to spend the entire day indulging in daydreams of warm sands, salty water and the sound of waves lapping on the shore… *sigh*…
The Photograph: Black Beauties x Vogue Italia May 2011
That’s it! Farewell London I’m moving to Italy… Kidding… I am tempted though. Vogue Italia pays tribute to Black Beauty in this vibrant and vivid shoot by Ellen von Unworth… I do love…
The Music: Dead Prez – Beauty Within
In the run up to Mothers Day in the US, Dead Prez shares this beautiful ode to the natural beauty of women everywhere. Totally uplifting… stay beautiful people xx
The Tresstastic: Senegalese Twists (How to, my do and Toolkit)
During the winter I put my hair in Senegalese Twists. It’s my protective style of choice, keeping my hair and vulnerable ends under wraps and not putting any significant strain on fragile hairline…
The Video: Amy & John’s Wedding
Had to share this as the last gushingly romantic post of the day. This has to be one of the most beautifully shot weddings I’ve ever seen. Ever. Oh the bride! Just stunning…
The Tresstastic: Natural Hair With Dyed Tips
Love this picture. I’ve had root to tip highlights before on my natural hair and it eventually grew out to look like this before I trimmed it off. Maybe next summer I’ll be…
The Tresstastic: The Headwrap
As I walked into work this morning pondering on the loss of feeling in my hands brought on by the freezing rain, it hit me. Winter is here. Which means hair-wise I’m in…
The Giggles: Willow Smith Vs Sesame Street – Whip My Hair
I don’t think I’ve ever blogged about Sesame Street so much as I have these past few days but the hilarity continues. Some very smart and extremely funny person has brought Willow Smith’s…
The Tresstastic: I love my hair x Sesame Street
Sesame Street! I have loved this programme since forever and I do not doubt that alongside my memoirs, family ring and the vintage chanel I will one day own, this will be one…
The Art: Self Portrait x Daisy Giles
This is just gorgeous. Artist Daisy Giles shares this stunning self portrait. She also has this lovely series of photographs of her just dancing in the street. Fab!
The Tresstastic: Yaya Decosta’s Full and Fabulous Fro
I love how simple this shot is. The sleek black polo-neck and a full-out fro. Too cute! And it’s Yaya too. If ANTM had a hall of fame she’d definitely be in it.
The Photograph: Nneka x German Vogue
Check out these gorgeous pix of the Nigerian-German singer, Nneka in August’s German Vogue. PS: Did I mention I’m learning to play guitar? I’ll have to do a blog post on it soon.
The Tresstastic: Nappturally Nigerian
Ooooh I just love this braid-out accessorised with a cute clip Ms Nappturally Nigerian bought at a craft expo. PS you should check out her blog too. Lovely.
February 7, 2012
Craig — Wow, it really looks like those "old school" cameras that we had back in the day. What are the features...
February 5, 2012
CCGroovy — Simply STUNNING!!!
THANXXX for posting this.
February 3, 2012
natasha s — how do you get on the show?
January 31, 2012
Mohit Malhotra — Sounds interesting. I haven't seen it as yet. I think I'll enjoy this show.
Thanks for sharing.
-Mohit
January 26, 2012
Selah — I am what they call "Style-challenged", but this is the absolute BEST video I've seen on how to do a...
