Friend to the blog Lori Johnson gave me the idea to start interviewing women about their weave experiences. (Or rather, I told her I was going to copy her idea when she interviewed women who chose to wear their hair natural on her blog. Thanks Lori!)
So, for the next several months keep checking here to read real stories about women and their weave stories. So here is Kelsan, ready to share her love affair with her weave.
Please give some background information about yourself. I am 34 years old and teach middle school social studies. I am single with no children. I’m originally from Shreveport, Louisiana. I attended Dillard University where I earned my BA in communications and The University of Phoenix where I obtained my Masters in Education.
How do you wear your weave? I like to wear it a little longer than my own hair, in lots of layers. (My hair is shoulder-length).
Why do you wear weave? Weave allows me an opportunity to do things with my hair that I enjoy without a permanent change. For instance, if I want choppy layers or highlights, I can have them any time that I choose.
Are you embarrassed to wear a weave? Why or Why not? No, I’m not embarrassed to wear weave. It’s an accessory. If you want to wear an outfit that looks good with long hair, you can. If you want to wear one that looks good with short hair a good weave will allow for that as well.
How do you feel about women that pretend that their weave is their natural hair?
I think that’s fine. It’s theirs, they paid for it—or at least someone did!
Are you open and honest about the fact that you wear weave?
Only when I’m asked. I don’t like for people to take it upon themselves to just touch it and say loudly, “Is this a weave?” However, if they ask me seriously, I will tell them.
Do you hate when people ask if you are wearing a weave?
Yes! When they comment loudly about it, or when they ask in a haughty manner like: “I know doggone well she ain’t got hair like this.” Other than that, I don’t mind if someone comments about my weave.
How do you feel when someone tries to “root” you? (When someone feels your scalp/hair for tracks.)
I seriously hate that! I don’t like people touching my hair anyway…dirty hands…lol.
What is your friends/family reaction to your weave?
Most of them don’t know I wear a weave. Which is a good thing right? Must mean my hair looks natural.
Which term do you prefer, weave or extensions?
I don’t like the word extension…it sounds like an uppity term for weave.
What advice would you give women considering wearing a weave?
Like any good thing, weave can become addictive. Make sure you have the income to maintain it.
Many women feel that women who choose to wear a weave want to be “white”, or are denying their African-American heritage by adopting long locks. What is your thoughts on that?
Each person is an individual and must make their own decision on how to wear their hair. Who gave the women who don’t wear weave, the power to determine who or what someone else wants to be, or how they feel? Personally, they need to mind their own business ‘cause truth is, they probably would wear one too!
Thanks Kelsan for sharing your Unbeweaveable story!
Unbeweaveable is a term I’ve coined that describes a woman who loves her weave. Do you love your weave? Addicted to your weave? Love the versatility that your weave provides? Contact me and share your Unbeweaveable story. Have questions? Feel free to share your thoughts and views in the comments section.
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