5 Hairstyles Every Black Girl Has Had At Least Once
Start writing a post
Lifestyle

5 Hairstyles Every Black Girl Has Had At Least Once

Our hair possibilities are ENDLESS.

92
5 Hairstyles Every Black Girl Has Had At Least Once
Pinterest

A few weeks ago, I attempted a new hairstyle: crochet goddess locks and curls. It came out pretty good for my first time doing something like this myself. You can find a picture at the bottom of this list. During the six hours I spent washing, blow drying, braiding, crocheting and retwisting locks, the memories hit me hard: sitting between my mom's legs smelling like conditioner and grease, holding the bobby pins, beads or scrunchies she would need for whatever style she planned on doing. This was the inspiration for this week's piece: 5 hairstyles every black girl has had in their life at least once.

Micros, Box Braids, & Twists

First, let's sit back and appreciate Gabrielle Union's beauty. Moment of silence, please. Thank you.

I have yet to meet a black girl who has never had one, or both, of these styles. Sitting in a chair for six hours teaches you patience if nothing else does. These braids are just a gateway to multiple different styles and look amazing on women and girls of all ages.

Flat Twist

These could never last more than a week for me. All the jam they used made it way too itchy for it to look nice after a week full of scratching with my fingers, bobby pins and rat tail combs.They looked nice for pictures, though.

Ponytails

Slay, Ci. Slay.

Rap-arounds and clip-ons are how I lived during the end of my middle school years and beginning of my high school years. Let's not forget about using JAM and adding a little bit of water to the brush so your hair and edges lay straight. Who else remembers the skin in front of your edges being brushed? The pain was real, especially when there was a bobby pin pushing a little too hard into the middle of your scalp. This style is perfect for laid-back get-togethers and fancy dinners and parties. Forever a classic.

Cornrows

Iconic.

Going to the side. Straight to the back. Leading up to a ponytail or bun. Special designs. Curled at the ends. Beads tied at the ends. The possibilities are endless. One of the proudest moments of my life, as of yet, was learning how to braid. Now I understand the hand cramping my mom went through. Cornrows will forever be a classic hairstyle and go-to.

Sew-ins

Just classic after classic after classic. I have to admit, the first time I got a sew-in, I felt grown af. It was something completely new to me and I loved every piece of it. The amount of colors, hair types, and lengths I could choose from amazed me. From bone straight to beach waves, I've almost had it all, and I'm still not bored.

Some girls decide after one install, sew-ins aren't their thing, and that's okay. Sew-in or no sew-in, black girls' hair is absolutely incredible. We have no bounds in what we could do with it. I may threaten to shave it all off when it doesn't do what I tell it to, but I love my hair and all that it can do.

Now, I know for sure I'm missing some styles, but I just threw out some of my personal favorites and go-to's. And, as I promised, a picture of my newest 'do.

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Student Life

Waitlisted for a College Class? Here's What to Do!

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

59087
college students waiting in a long line in the hallway
StableDiffusion

Course registration at college can be a big hassle and is almost never talked about. Classes you want to take fill up before you get a chance to register. You might change your mind about a class you want to take and must struggle to find another class to fit in the same time period. You also have to make sure no classes clash by time. Like I said, it's a big hassle.

This semester, I was waitlisted for two classes. Most people in this situation, especially first years, freak out because they don't know what to do. Here is what you should do when this happens.

Keep Reading...Show less
a man and a woman sitting on the beach in front of the sunset

Whether you met your new love interest online, through mutual friends, or another way entirely, you'll definitely want to know what you're getting into. I mean, really, what's the point in entering a relationship with someone if you don't know whether or not you're compatible on a very basic level?

Consider these 21 questions to ask in the talking stage when getting to know that new guy or girl you just started talking to:

Keep Reading...Show less
Lifestyle

Challah vs. Easter Bread: A Delicious Dilemma

Is there really such a difference in Challah bread or Easter Bread?

38162
loaves of challah and easter bread stacked up aside each other, an abundance of food in baskets
StableDiffusion

Ever since I could remember, it was a treat to receive Easter Bread made by my grandmother. We would only have it once a year and the wait was excruciating. Now that my grandmother has gotten older, she has stopped baking a lot of her recipes that require a lot of hand usage--her traditional Italian baking means no machines. So for the past few years, I have missed enjoying my Easter Bread.

Keep Reading...Show less
Adulting

Unlocking Lake People's Secrets: 15 Must-Knows!

There's no other place you'd rather be in the summer.

959644
Group of joyful friends sitting in a boat
Haley Harvey

The people that spend their summers at the lake are a unique group of people.

Whether you grew up going to the lake, have only recently started going, or have only been once or twice, you know it takes a certain kind of person to be a lake person. To the long-time lake people, the lake holds a special place in your heart, no matter how dirty the water may look.

Keep Reading...Show less
Student Life

Top 10 Reasons My School Rocks!

Why I Chose a Small School Over a Big University.

196659
man in black long sleeve shirt and black pants walking on white concrete pathway

I was asked so many times why I wanted to go to a small school when a big university is so much better. Don't get me wrong, I'm sure a big university is great but I absolutely love going to a small school. I know that I miss out on big sporting events and having people actually know where it is. I can't even count how many times I've been asked where it is and I know they won't know so I just say "somewhere in the middle of Wisconsin." But, I get to know most people at my school and I know my professors very well. Not to mention, being able to walk to the other side of campus in 5 minutes at a casual walking pace. I am so happy I made the decision to go to school where I did. I love my school and these are just a few reasons why.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments