Carolina Natural Hair Expo

South Carolina seems to be a little behind on alot of things, including on people accepting women embracing their natural hair. Back in April I ventured to bring together curly girls in this area to network and share knowledge and information. We started as a group of 7 in Macaroni grill. Now we average about 30 women at each meetup. As a group we decided to bring together naturals all over the area. We didn't expect the support we got from sponsors, vendors or from the community. Kelly from Natural Girls Rock came on board and sponsored a live big chop, I also got tons of support from other brands/ product lines. Ken from Huetiful sent a Huetiful Hair Steamer to giveaway; Mixed Chicks, Shea Moisture and Curls all sent gift sets to give away as well. Design Essentials presented a discussion on from Transitioning to Natural. Then of course we had some great local and regional vendors including Kyah Alexandria (who by the way makes an awesome twisting butter "Pearl & Lace")

Overall we had great feedback for the first expo. Planning on going at it again in the Spring.

Fall Fro Fashion Week: REVIEW

 

As many of you know I am the key makeup artist for Fro Fashion Week so in addition to rendering makeup services I as also an active participant and attendee. Unlike the spring show which kicked off on a Friday, the Fall show spanned the whole week, with panels and a 'tweet up' and other events leading up to the weekend of Fro Fashion Week. I arrived on yesterday, Friday, checked into the Hotel Melia (the host hotel for the week) In the lobby I  met Kim Coles. Friday night was the kick off VIP Penthouse party at the Hotel Melia hosted by Kim Coles. Prior there was a VIP press reception with Kim, and several of the brands and sponsors. Then we went upstair for the party great music, great hair and alot of fun. There was a phenomenal turn out.  This morning the workshops started with a Zumba workshop at 7:30 I caught part of it then headed to other workshops and discussions on styling, making your own products, a presentation by Kim Coles & Jess re-launching Jessicurl with its new packaging. I figured I'd check in with you all for just a bit while I unwind. Back downstairs to start makeup for the fashion show models, and the VIPs!!!! Wish you were here!