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| Numero's March issue featuring Ondria Hardin in bronze face |
Sigh.
Thursday, February 28, 2013
French Magazine Comes Under Fire for Calling White Model in Dark Face "African Queen"
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Sigh.
Wednesday, February 27, 2013
Solange on the Cover of Fader
By Tenisha Mercer
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Our favorite curly Solange is busy as ever, this time lending her curls and fab fashion sense as a model on the cover of Fader magazine. She's quite the model these days, appearing in spreads for Polyvore and Madewell.
Here's a vid if you'd like to take a peek backstage.
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Our favorite curly Solange is busy as ever, this time lending her curls and fab fashion sense as a model on the cover of Fader magazine. She's quite the model these days, appearing in spreads for Polyvore and Madewell.
Here's a vid if you'd like to take a peek backstage.
Tuesday, February 26, 2013
Black Hair Salon Opens in .... China?
By Tenisha Mercer
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Black hair salons are international, no doubt. But nowhere are they more international than in Beijing, China, which recently saw the opening of its very first Black hair salon.
The salon is owned by Congo natives Martha Makuena and Paul Luyeye. It's significant for a few reasons: One, it's in a communist country. 'Nuff said. And second, there aren't that many Black patrons in China. Makuena, who speaks fluent Chinese, started the salon after she couldn't find a salon to do her hair.
This is what Makeuna told the BBC: “People when they look at Africans they think about bad things,” Makuena said. “They don’t just see me as African, they see me as a person doing businesses.
“They are respecting me and the way I am.”
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Black hair salons are international, no doubt. But nowhere are they more international than in Beijing, China, which recently saw the opening of its very first Black hair salon.
The salon is owned by Congo natives Martha Makuena and Paul Luyeye. It's significant for a few reasons: One, it's in a communist country. 'Nuff said. And second, there aren't that many Black patrons in China. Makuena, who speaks fluent Chinese, started the salon after she couldn't find a salon to do her hair.
This is what Makeuna told the BBC: “People when they look at Africans they think about bad things,” Makuena said. “They don’t just see me as African, they see me as a person doing businesses.
“They are respecting me and the way I am.”
Sunday, February 24, 2013
Fashions At The Oscars
By Tenisha Mercer
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As I wait to see if 9-year-old Quvenzhane Wallis becomes the youngest Oscar winner in history for her role in Beasts of the Southern Wild, (fingers crossed) here are some of the red carpet looks at the 85th Annual Academy Awards.
First, Kelly Rowland, just WOW! Love her gown. Very sexy.
And then here's Quvenzhane.
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First, Kelly Rowland, just WOW! Love her gown. Very sexy.
And then here's Quvenzhane.
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| Quvenzhane on the red carpet |
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| Kerry Washington looking glam as ever |
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| A stunning Charlize Theron in a white peplum strapless gown. Love the hair! |
Friday, February 22, 2013
HairCrush Fridays
By Tenisha Mercer
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Natural hair pictures from around the web.
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Natural hair pictures from around the web.
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Lovely color     |
Thursday, February 21, 2013
Dark and Lovely Releases Products for Naturals
By Tenisha Mercer
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Dark and Lovely is about as synonymous with a box of relaxer as you can get -- who doesn't remember that box of relaxer on the shelf with the black woman with the straightened hair staring back at you?
Well, the brand known for relaxers, headed by Soft Sheen Carlson, is now expanding its sights to natural products with the release of their Au Naturale Line. It joins a leading number of companies who used to focused on relaxed hair who are now developing products for the natural hair market, including Mizani and ORS.
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Well, the brand known for relaxers, headed by Soft Sheen Carlson, is now expanding its sights to natural products with the release of their Au Naturale Line. It joins a leading number of companies who used to focused on relaxed hair who are now developing products for the natural hair market, including Mizani and ORS.
Michelle Obama Bangs: Why She Did It
By Tenisha Mercer
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"This is my mid-life crisis, the bangs. I couldn't get a sports car. They won't let me bungee jump. So instead, I cut my bangs," Mrs. Obama, 49, said in an interview with Rachael Ray on Wednesday, about her fringe cut bangs and new hairstyle.
Who can't relate?
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| An up close look of First Lady Michelle Obama's new bangs Source: Getty |
First Lady Michelle Obama's bangs are hot, and now we know why she made such a bold
move -- a mid-life crisis? Say what, FLOTUS!
"This is my mid-life crisis, the bangs. I couldn't get a sports car. They won't let me bungee jump. So instead, I cut my bangs," Mrs. Obama, 49, said in an interview with Rachael Ray on Wednesday, about her fringe cut bangs and new hairstyle.
Who can't relate?
Wednesday, February 20, 2013
Robin Roberts Wears a Low Cut Style On Her First Day Back on GMA
By Tenisha Mercer
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Good Morning America Host Robin Roberts made her triumphant return to GMA this morning, with a low cut faded hairstyle that looks natural. Roberts looked great, her skin is glowing, and she looks healthy following a five-month hiatus a a bone marrow transplant and her second bout with cancer.
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Good Morning America Host Robin Roberts made her triumphant return to GMA this morning, with a low cut faded hairstyle that looks natural. Roberts looked great, her skin is glowing, and she looks healthy following a five-month hiatus a a bone marrow transplant and her second bout with cancer.
Monday, February 18, 2013
Music Mondays: What I'm Listening To
By Tenisha Mercer
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Went to a Dwele concert in ATL last week, and this is what I'm listening to. This song is from his new album, "Greater Than One." Dwele said in his concert that it's very much 50 Shades of Greyish.
Enjoy!
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Went to a Dwele concert in ATL last week, and this is what I'm listening to. This song is from his new album, "Greater Than One." Dwele said in his concert that it's very much 50 Shades of Greyish.
Enjoy!
Sunday, February 17, 2013
Vacay and no Hair Products
Took a mini vacay in Savannah and Tybee Island. And I forgot to bring my hair products. Thank God for V05 Moisture Milks at CVS for 82 cents. Wet it, poured a handful, and this is was the result.
Friday, February 15, 2013
HairCrush Fridays
By Tenisha Mercer
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Some of my favorite natural hair pics from around the web.
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Some of my favorite natural hair pics from around the web.
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| Love the funky hair |
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| Lovely hair and dope outfit |
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| She know she have some hair on her head! |
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Love those full curls |
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Dope curls |
Thursday, February 14, 2013
Do Naturals Do The Most?
By Tenisha Mercer
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Read an interesting natural hair blog from Think & Grow Chick, who is frustrated by her time-consuming regimen. Can't we all relate? Between pre-pooing, detangling, product applying, drying, etc., this natural is fed up with the time consuming process of natural hair. And I can say that I can totally understand.
I read her regi and I got tired!
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I read her regi and I got tired!
NYC Fashion Week 2013 Week Wrap Up
By Tenisha Mercer
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Fashion Week went out with a bang in NYC on Thursday, and Detroit-born fashion designer Tracy Reese did not disappoint. Reese, who has received lots of accolades after designing the dress that First Lady Michelle Obama wore during the Democratic National Convention over the summer, unveiled a collection of glittery separates with bold prints, animal prints and bright colors such as hot pink.
With stars such as Angela Bassett and Angela Simmons on the front row, this is what Reese revealed:
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Fashion Week went out with a bang in NYC on Thursday, and Detroit-born fashion designer Tracy Reese did not disappoint. Reese, who has received lots of accolades after designing the dress that First Lady Michelle Obama wore during the Democratic National Convention over the summer, unveiled a collection of glittery separates with bold prints, animal prints and bright colors such as hot pink.
With stars such as Angela Bassett and Angela Simmons on the front row, this is what Reese revealed:
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| Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for TRESemme |
Tuesday, February 12, 2013
Results of My Green Smoothie Experiment
By Tenisha Mercer
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So it's been more than a month since I've added green smoothies to my diet. And I'm happy to report that I've got more energy and have lost about 5-7 pounds. Did I do this to lose weight? No, but it's a great side effect that I'm loving!
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| Source: Simple Green Smoothies |
Monday, February 11, 2013
Grammy Night Fashions
By Tenisha Mercer
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Last night's dress code -- no revealing attire -- at the Grammy's couldn't stop stars and celebs from getting their swank on, with beautiful, sexy and revealing haute couture gowns.
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Last night's dress code -- no revealing attire -- at the Grammy's couldn't stop stars and celebs from getting their swank on, with beautiful, sexy and revealing haute couture gowns.
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| Kelly Rowland killin' it in this dress! Photo Credit: Christopher Polk/Getty Images |
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| Esperanza Spalding's boho look Photo Credit: Jason Merritt/Getty Images |
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| Rhi Rhi turns on the glam Photo Credit: Jason Merritt/Getty Images |
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| Janelle Monae in her signature black and white Photo Credit: Christopher Polk/Getty Images |
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| Beyonce in classic black and white Photo Credit: Jason Merritt/Getty Images |
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| Alicia Keys in a cutout dress Photo Credit: Jason Merritt/Getty Images  Photo Credit: Larry Busacca/WireImage  Photo Credit: Jordan Strauss/AP |
Saturday, February 9, 2013
NYC Fashion Week Kick Off
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| Organic by John Patrick |
I can't wait to see the pics of all the NYCers in their designer wares, and the fall 2013 runway fashions from designers such as Tracey Reese.
Fashion on!
Friday, February 8, 2013
HairCrush Fridays
By Tenisha Mercer
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The best natural hair pictures from around the web.
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The best natural hair pictures from around the web.
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| Cool vibe |
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Does Your Hair Cost Too Much?
By Tenisha Mercer
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Listening to a popular radio station in Atlanta and a caller said she pays up to $900 a month on her weave; $500-$700 a month when she wants to "save." And that she will skimp on other bills so that her hair stays done.
My thought: That's a top of the line Mercedes car note every month -- on yo hair? Have no idea what she does for a living, but when you add up the cost? It's insane.
That Much on Hair?
It went so above my head, because I've never been one to just throw money at my hair; in fact, I'm the opposite, sometimes being too cheap! But it got me to thinking: How much do we as Black women s spend on our hair, especially those weaves, which ain't cheap. How much is too much?
Years ago, I was amazed that women spent $1,200 to lay away their weaves on the movie, Good Hair. In fact, I'm still amazed. Is our hair that important that we will not pay our bills? How much is too much to spend on your hair? Is your hair your top priority -- over say, your electric bill?
And it's not just weaves. There are many women who get their hair done every week -- to the tune of 60-$75 dollars a pop. It all adds up.
Is Natural Hair Better on Your Wallet?
Cost is one of the reasons why natural hair has become more popular -- it's a lot cheaper. Even if you go to natural salon, chances are you are spending much less money than a weave install. And given the fact that many naturals maintain their hair and only pay for services such as trims or dye jobs, natural hair is a budget saver.
What's the most you've ever spent on your hair?
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| Some women spend a killing on their weaves |
My thought: That's a top of the line Mercedes car note every month -- on yo hair? Have no idea what she does for a living, but when you add up the cost? It's insane.
That Much on Hair?
It went so above my head, because I've never been one to just throw money at my hair; in fact, I'm the opposite, sometimes being too cheap! But it got me to thinking: How much do we as Black women s spend on our hair, especially those weaves, which ain't cheap. How much is too much?
Years ago, I was amazed that women spent $1,200 to lay away their weaves on the movie, Good Hair. In fact, I'm still amazed. Is our hair that important that we will not pay our bills? How much is too much to spend on your hair? Is your hair your top priority -- over say, your electric bill?
And it's not just weaves. There are many women who get their hair done every week -- to the tune of 60-$75 dollars a pop. It all adds up.
Is Natural Hair Better on Your Wallet?
Cost is one of the reasons why natural hair has become more popular -- it's a lot cheaper. Even if you go to natural salon, chances are you are spending much less money than a weave install. And given the fact that many naturals maintain their hair and only pay for services such as trims or dye jobs, natural hair is a budget saver.
What's the most you've ever spent on your hair?
Monday, February 4, 2013
Music Mondays: What I'm Listening To
By Tenisha Mercer
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Great song. Describes my thrift store adventures perfectly.
Thirst Store by Macklamore and Ryan Lewis.
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Great song. Describes my thrift store adventures perfectly.
Thirst Store by Macklamore and Ryan Lewis.
A Natural Who Likes Beyonce's Weave
By Tenisha Mercer
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I have natural hair. And I like Beyonce's weave.
There, I said it.
*Cue the natural nazis, cuz they are comin' to revoke my natural hair card!*
Does it mean I like my kinks and coils any less? Nope, not at all. It just means I like HER weave.
Does it mean I'll go out and buy Bey's weave?
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| Beyonce WERKIN' it at the Super Bowl |
There, I said it.
*Cue the natural nazis, cuz they are comin' to revoke my natural hair card!*
Does it mean I like my kinks and coils any less? Nope, not at all. It just means I like HER weave.
Does it mean I'll go out and buy Bey's weave?
