Because I Love Your Locks:Dating Women With Natural Hair

Jun 17

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Today’s post features a talented blogger. I’ve shared some of his work before. I have been following his blog and I must say I am very impressed. I asked him a week ago would he consider doing a guest post for my blog and he happily accepted. I asked him to share his thoughts about dating women with natural hair. Here is what he had to say………..

Because I Love Your Locks- Dating Women With Natural Hair

Let’s be honest: hair on a woman is a beautiful thing. Regardless of race, it is always something to see. Straight, curly, or what some refer to as “nappy” is all acceptable in my world. Plus, my childish side has an inclination to play in it. Thus, I find hair to be “attractive”.

At the end of the day, I don’t care whether a woman’s hair is natural or not. However, it does excite me when there are no perms or unnecessary chemicals added. It is a lovely thing for women to accept their natural hair as their own. Also, it allows for women to be confident in their unrefined, unadulterated beauty. On top of that, many natural women know how to flaunt their styles confidently. In turn, I see as many natural women being proud of their hairstyles as women with perms and such.

Oh, one more thing: with natural women I can reference Coming to America and say my favorite “juices and berries” line.

Still, many women wonder what men think. From my experience, I will tell you this: the majority of us are going to accept you (and your hair) for what it is. That is unless it is a total mess.

In fact, there are plenty of instances where men have been excited or thrilled by the notion of a woman wearing natural hair. Many areas with enriched cultural populations have no problem with natural hair styles. So, men will go along with what is being worn. Also, there are men that have even celebrated the beauty of natural hair (see Glenford Nunez). So, there will be plenty of men excited about a natural hairstyle.

Still, there are going to be instances where men don’t like natural hair. That is totally fine. Maybe he isn’t a man you need to date. Seriously! Unless your hair is horrendous in a natural state, then you might need to reconsider a man that has an issue with your natural hair. If he wants it straightened out, you need to find out what HIS issue is. He may prefer straighter hair. He may have some “straight hair preference issues”. Either or, there are plenty of fans to cancel out those that don’t like the natural follicle expression.

At the end of the day, most men are going to go along with what the female’s hairstyle preference is (unless it doesn’t look good). If they, as black men, don’t like your hair then they you may need to leave them be. Most men shouldn’t care about hair texture anyway. Natural hair enhances the aesthetic approach of a woman’s energy and aura. It is no wonder that the natural approach to hair is gaining popularity. It doesn’t take Sampson to note the importance of strength in hair.

 

About the Author:

Born and raised in Gary, Indiana with parents of southern descent, Mark A. Harris is just a regular guy with a gift of gab. When he is not writing blogs for Chocolate Covered Lies or reviewing music, he will usually be teaching middle school children about Social Studies, finding time to see his intellectually stimulated yet quite daughter, or trying to figure out who can finance his first few fiction books he plans on writing. He currently resides in the Atlanta suburbs with his wonderful girlfriend. He can be reached on Twitter @darcwonn, Facebook Mark A. Harris, and email darcwonn@yahoo.com . Check out his blog  http://chocolatecoveredlies.com.

 Mark has once again delivered! This post is relevant and timely. Ladies, if you are wondering how men feel about natural hair, this man just answered. I know he can’t speak for all men and I know some men are just not down with it. It’s their preference. For every on man who doesn’t approve there’s five men who do. That’s my truth about dating!

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Men, do you agree with his thoughts on women and natural hair? Ladies, did he put it down or what? Show a brotha some love!

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Posted on June 17, 2015, in For the Love of Natural Hair, Guest Posts and tagged , , , , , , , , , , . Bookmark the permalink. 6 Comments.

  1. Beauty in Hair | August 13, 2012 at 6:25 pm

    Women would be surprised to find that you will get attention and the man you want by accepting you first and embrace you.

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  2. D.Rene. | August 30, 2012 at 8:04 am

    I think Mark made a lot of good points. I have to say the one that made the most impact with me was when he mentioned that men who live in “areas with enriched cultural populations” are more acceptable of women with natural hair. He is right about that. I would even go further to say that men who have exposed themselves to the world and involved themselves in more experiences are more open to women who don’t follow the status quo. In other words, you don’t see too many “Boyz in the Hood” embracing women with natural hair. I’m just saying.

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    • truthseeker411 | August 30, 2012 at 10:23 pm

      I would have to agree with you on that! In my recent experience, guys that are more cultured have embraced my natural hair. Mark is usually on point with his assessments. Thank you for reading and commenting!! Much love to you!

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  3. nubianone | September 17, 2012 at 11:41 pm

    I still would love to know where does a brother with locs meet a sister with locs or natural hair without them thinking or believing that good men don’t exist.

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