As I approached the room, the scent of black girl magic hit my nose like a breeze coming through a cracked window. I immediately got flashbacks from childhood, holding my ear down for my mother to press my roots and bump my ends. The scenery felt nostalgic, like a stroll down memory lane. Who would’ve thought that hair would be a major part of my life? Natural hair is an experience that brings women together like a reunion, as it is a bond we share.
The World Natural Hair Show was just the reunion I needed. Hosted in Atlanta, GA, by Taliah Waajid, the show serves as a cultural movement for all women. Black-owned brands gathered to promote their products, and stylists promoted their work.
Walking into the event felt like entering a celebration filled with black trailblazers who are founders, CEOs, entrepreneurs, journalists, creatives, and women working their fingers in beautiful patterns to present the best braids and styles you’ve ever seen. As the room lit up with creativity and expression, The Natural World Hair Show was like heaven for those passionate about style and the evolution of healthy hair.
In case you missed it, we’ve snagged some of our favorite moments in this thread.
Colorful Strands
Seeing black women rock colorful hues grabs my attention immediately, as they are a perfect complement to our warm skin tone. During the hair show, I saw so many bold colors, both protective styles and dyed ones.
Braids
Braids are one of our favorite protective styles because they are unlimited in terms of creativity. During the hair show, we encountered various zig-zags, crisscrosses, and cornrows. Keep scrolling for braid inspo.
Locs
The loc community was live and present at the natural hair show. We witnessed almost every style imaginable and even got to pop in at some styling stations to watch how some of these looks were created.
