The Big Chop!

I'm going to be 25 in 2 months. Omg. 25! Really? Since when?! I still feel like I'm 16, but it is time to get my life together. I will be graduating the end of this year as well. My life is at a turning point; so many changes. Along with these changes, I wanted to do a physical change. Why not, right? 

I have been wearing wigs and weaves for the longest time; I don't even know how long. Some people say they are helpful in growing their hair because it's a protective style. This is true for some, but not for me. Relaxers, wigs, weaves, and extensions have completely RUINED my hair! Especially my edges; they were horrible. I never felt good about my hair. Was so ashamed because of this, but my supportive boyfriend suggested I should  get my hair back on track. He was the one who finally influenced my confidence in my hair that I now have today.

Last I time I relaxed my hair was almost a year ago now and quite frankly that'll be the last time I ever do. I decided to go the natural route. From time to time I'll be wearing wigs because of fashion shows and photoshoots, but on an everyday basis I won't be. I want my hair to actually breathe and start growing. Thus, I have cut my hair. Did the big chop! 

If y'all live in the Boston area, please go to Zina's on Warren Street in Roxbury. Keisha is the dopest at cutting hair! I'll always go to her to get my hair cut, styled, washed, colored, etc. Her employee Natalie is awesome too. Here is a picture of my hair cut! 😁 

I definitely wanted a style that suited my facial features. This cut was inspired by the R&B artist Emeli Sande. I'm so happy with this change and perfect for the summer. My confidence in my hair is back!

*I'm still doing my research on how to maintain and take care of natural hair, but once I got it my routine down, I will be doing tutorials! So stay tuned!!

                     Stay beautiful

                  -Miss Chanelle <3