What is World Afro Day?
World Afro Day, September 15th, celebrates this natural hairstyle, as well as the culture and identity of those who wear an Afro. This day of change also educates others about the natural hairstyles of blacks and mixed-race people.
The afro is a natural hairstyle for black people, as well as those who are mixed-race. The afro is recognizable as the hair stands out all around the head, like a cloud. Some people simply refer to this hairstyle as a "fro."
African Americans have attempted to tame their hair to meet European beauty requirements throughout history. However, many African Americans had enough and decided to go natural in the 1960s. This celebration of self-acceptance became known as the "Black is Beautiful" movement.
Political activists began sporting their afro throughout the 1960s and 1970s as a mark of liberation and pride. The afro was also seen on big screen films such as Shaft and Foxy Brown and Coffy. Many well-known artists, such as the Jackson 5th, have started sporting their afros. Eventually, braided styles became more popular among African descent people.
With the natural hair movement, the afro made a comeback in the 1990s. Celebrities such as Lauryn Hill, the late Prince, and Colin Kaepernick have all contributed to popularize the afro once more. The afro was one of the best hairstyles for women in 2021.
