Let's Talk About Hair Baby: Havana Twists!

Havana twists are all the rage this summer. Everyone is talking about this style of twists; pictures and videos  of converts and "new"experts are springing up all over the place. This style is created by using textured extension hair, called Marley or Havana Twist hair, that is similar to the natural texture of many black person's blown out hair. These twists are also called Marley twists, possibly because they resemble the iconic dreds worn by Bob Marley. Generally the twists are large when compared to most popular braid and twist styles. Individuals wear the twists either as rugged or as polished as they desire, making it easier for people to do the twists themselves. The style is reminiscent of braid and twist styles of the '90's. Let's think back to Janet Jackson's Poetic Justice braids and Paula Jai Parker's braids in Friday. Personally, I love this new style and it solidifies this natural black hair revolution. Black hair is beautiful in it's natural state and I am glad we have made a 70's circle.

Amber Bowie

Above are pictures of my close friend Amber Bowie, who is newly natural. She had her big chop just 3.5 months ago. These are twists that she did herself. Twists and braids are actually great protective styles for natural hair. 

Below is a tutorial showing a natural doing her own Havana Twists:

What do you think of Havana Twists? 

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New Trend Alert: Eye-Catching Eyelets!

Eyelet overlays are a very trendy and cute new pattern that gives pieces a classic feel. It is very feminine and playful; it kind of makes you feel like you have stepped out of a past era such as the 1960’s.

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 What is an eyelet overlay? An eyelet overlay is a fabric that has small holes or eyelets cut out in a pattern. Underneath this revealing pattern is a more solid piece that may or may not be a part of the garment. An eyelet overlay is a cool detail because it gives a garment a lot of dimension and interest. It provides layers, varying lengths within the same piece, and visual effects that can be manipulated by changing the color of the overlay or the underlay.

I especially like the dress featured in this article. The seafoam color is very bright, yet soft and classy. The high sheer neckline gives the single-toned piece more depth. The illusion of sheerness is quite chic and certainly trendy. The line and form of this dress is simple and complimentary with a fun hem-line because the ruffling of the full skirt.

What do you think of this new trend?

Do you like it? Do you dislike it? Do you like a full eyelet pattern or a semi-eyelet pattern? Do you prefer smaller eyelets or larger eyelets? Please let us know what you think!