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I AM NOT MY HAIR I would like to have a bit of an open discussion about hair.  To be more specific, a **black woman's hair.  I've been styling for over 15 years and have never felt that my hair was defining me everyday.  When I cut it off a few months back, I didn't realize the backlash that would ensue... My husband hated it, and some clients felt like I would be making a huge mistake.  Some people even said, 'too bad, she's a pretty girl...'.  I'm not sure I understood that when I was born, it was my duty to choose only hairstyles that would be comforting to all the human beings on earth.  Me choosing to cut my hair has offended some...  I didn't realize that cutting off MY OWN HAIR, would bring so many opinions up.

What I find truly confusing is how many people have told me that they think it looks great!  Are they lying?  Do they think I went too far?  My question to you is this, "Does your hair make you who you are?".  Do you agree with the fact that society has tried to mold us to feel like if we don't do things this way then that will happen?  Are any of you black ladies in agreement with me or not?  Do you think your hair is you? White ladies, do you think that hair is that important or not?  Also boys, what say you here?  Do you feel like I've touched on something?

One of my co-workers told me of a story of a young white girl who had braids done in her hair and so many black girls lashed out saying, 'you gotta take our hairstyle too?!  why can't we have our own thing?'.  Ummmm, WHAT?!  No race or nationality owns hair!  You own your hair and no one else...  I'd really like to know what y'all think, Caucasian and African American/Canadian or any other race for that matter...

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**I use the term 'black' and 'white' loosely.  I do not mean to offend anyone, I'm just not the best typist and find using those terms easier on my fingers than using the terms Caucasians or African American/Canadian.  I know the terms used in this article are not politically correct and once again I mean not to offend.**

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Hair trends for men 2015 The bald fades, tight tapers and undercuts/disconnected looks are still out there!  This spring/summer, look to grow out the sides and back a bit.  Less clipper work and a little more scissor work.  Edges are left longer and softer.  In my opinion, I love an unfinished look as much as a crisp tight cut.  Length on top allows for more playfulness.

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Hello March!

Spring is coming, maybe she's not close, but she is coming!  One of the big trends this spring is gingham.  Would you wear gingham? Have you started your spring shopping? Are you wearing pastels and dreaming of lighter jackets?  I know that I'm pretty close to parking my parka...

Personally, I love gingham in dresses and blouses.  I can't wait to wear less clothes!

Peace

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Support The people in our lives that help us do what we do should know that we appreciate them.  I feel like it's a given.  I'd like to thank every single client who has ever patronized our shop since we were born 5 years ago.  We turn 5 on Monday and are celebrating at the shop ALL DAY Tuesday.  Come down and check it out!  Come say hi!  Come get a tour!  Come and have some snacks and fancy drinks!  Come and wish us well!

We really love you guys! Thank you!  That's the fresh perspective....

hey boys...

Curled up You have curly hair?  How do you wear it?  I find it's very rare that a man with curly hair wears it curly.  Most boys with textured hair wear their hair so short, you can't tell it's curly.

These images show the best of both worlds.  There is lots of length on the top and the side and the back are cropped short enough that it's a non-factor.

Hair this texture does require a good product that will hold the curls and keep them from frizzing.  No need to blow dry here, just throw your product in and let your hair do it's thing.  The next time you're in for a haircut, maybe ask your stylist what he/she thinks about growing out your curls.  Life's too short to never try a new style.

Peace

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Here's a note.  Short and sweet. Hi,

Don't forget to take some time for yourself right now.  Life is real crazy and sometimes we forget to take time.  It doesn't matter what you do or how you do it, just do it.

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