or stereotypical. White people who style their hair in dreadlocks or other Black hairstyles are thus often criticized for cultural appropriation, as in the notable cases of pop starsJustin BieberandMiley Cyrusand actor and model Bo Derek. In addition, some have criticized white wearers of dreadloc...
" "locks," or "dreads") can form organically, when a person refrains from combing or brushing their hair. That doesn't mean they're necessarily dirtier or messier than other hairstyles — people who form them this way still clean and care for their hair. And many people ...
it might become a little easier to understand why the appropriation of these hairstyles is a big deal to some people. Black men and women are stuck with hair that is often insulted for being “crazy” when let loose, and braids are an alternative to changing our ...