Why I Wear High Stakes Hairstyle Inclusive Fashion Statements

We’ve all heard of “High Stakes Elections” so why not boldly wear “High Stakes Hairstyles” for important inclusive platforms we support.

Let’s take a look.

Here’s why I wear many different hairstyles and flaunt hair colors that create styles that I consider “High Stakes Hairstyles” that make a powerful inclusive statement.

I may not be running for political office but whenever I have the opportunity to attend a party or an event where I can make a statement about a platform that I stand for, I do. 

For example, recently when I attended 4th of July Events this year, I put red, white, and blue hair colors in my hair and wore colors on my clothing that symbolized the American Flag and fireworks to celebrate Independence Day in the United States and all our freedoms. 

In fact, whenever my variety of looks is a success, I like to share my “High Stakes Hairstyle” tips with diverse groups of friends in my circle. 

Here’s what I shared.

High Stakes Hairstyles Tips 

1. For my friends in the LGBTQ community, I suggested they shop for hair colors that suit them best but stressed the opportunity for them to be able to demonstrate a sense of powerful pride for who they were born to be by simply wearing the Rainbow of Pride hair colors in their hair, especially if they attend any events where they want to make a positive statement whether they are at a political event or not. As for complementing hair color with inclusive fashion, I told them they should wear whatever makes them feel truly empowered as it relates to their individualized sense of style. I reminded them of  gender-inclusive clothing options like gender-neutral, gender-fluid fashion, and more. I emphasized the option to make their style and fashion their own whenever they individualize their look to represent their personality and who they were born to be. 

For anyone who does not want to go through the whole hair color process on their own hair, there is always the option to wear various color wigs that make a strong statement and represent who you truly are and your platform. All this can make a difference in the powerful statement of the platform you represent and support.

I encourage exploring bold colors that represent not only your strength but the strength of your platform colors and shades that you like to wear for your Make-up too. 

2. For my differently-abled friends, I suggested that they not only wear hair colors that bring the natural beauty of their beauty like their eyes or skin tone to life but also make them feel empowered and best complement their inclusive style and fashion. I also suggested they use user-friendly hair products and tools that best accommodate their disability. For example, people with disabilities that impact sensory areas of their lives should consider using sensory-friendly haircare products like fragrance-free shampoos or conditioners and quiet, low-noise hair dryers. As stated it’s always great for your hair to complement your adaptive clothing fashion and style. For individuals with disabilities living with sensory issues explore tagless clothing for sensitive skin.

People with other disabilities that may impact other areas like vision, mobility, or physical abilities may need to use adaptive beauty products such as Braille Beauty labels for visually impaired individuals with the assistance of a friend or caregiver if needed when it comes to styling hair and choosing comfortable, fashionable clothing options. Others impacted by mobility and physical challenges may want to use beauty tools and hair dryers with a gel-textured handle or a wider handle that lends itself to an easier grasp. Also, a free-standing blow dryer may be best for those whose disability prevents them from holding a blow dryer.  I also told my friends that whether you are living with disabilities like Down Syndrome, Spina Bifida, Muscular Dystrophy, or other kinds of disabilities, it’s best to take time to follow the advice of their doctor or therapists on their team and test out as many tools as possible with a trusted friend or caregiver by your side to see what works best for you.  

Also never overlook the use of Smart-technology tools and Assistive technology that features an easy-to-use interface that can increase functionality for disabled individuals with a few clicks of smart technology tools. It’s always a good idea to explore smart tech tools. For example, a Smart Display is helpful for someone with a visual disability or low vision to identify objects they need to use for their daily beauty and hair routine. It’s best to explore and test Smart Tech tools like Amazon Echo Alexa’s Show & Tell or apps like Be My Eyes to see if it’s best for you. If you don’t have a Caregiver right by your side then Be My Eyes will connect you with Sighted Volunteers to be your eyes and to help you with your visual needs whether it’s your basic beauty care, hairstyle, fashion needs, or more. I always say it’s best to do your homework to see which adaptive, accessibility tools or products work best for you.  

No matter what platform you represent, when we look our best with inclusive fashion available to consumers, it does amazing things for our self-confidence, self-empowerment, womanhood or manhood, and sense of self-care. It sends a clear message that you are in control of your fashion and style and your freedom to make powerful choices in life even Highstakes choices.

3. For my friends who wear natural hairstyles like braids and more I encouraged them to flaunt their natural hair and protective hairstyles with vibrant colors that best demonstrate their platforms for diversity, inclusivity, and more. I reminded them that they have the Crown Act on their side.  

Here’s a little info about the Crown Act that empowers many of my ethnic friends to wear their hair the way they were born to be.  It’s an Act that stands for (Create A Respectful & Open World for Natural Hair). It was signed into law on July 3rd, 2019 to help prevent hair-based and race-based discrimination regarding the hair on our heads. Approximately 20 states in the United States have signed the Crown Act into law making it illegal to discriminate against race-based hair discrimination. 

Let’s never be shy to wear our “High Stakes Hairstyle” as powerful inclusive fashion statements of who we are born to be.

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