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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote ilovhairweave Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: Jan 14 2012 at 1:34pm
I feel your pain its so sad that companies frown upon locs. My hair is not doing the job my hands and brain are following orders. I understand the wig situation there are not to many options of nice wigs. For lace fronts I can't stand the lace, can't put them on, and on top of that over my budget for now. I had an allergic reaction to a mommy wig I purchased lol that did it for me started my braidlocs. Now with the ugly stage I'm going to need something so a wig  may suffice. I say go in there with a wig once they give you the rules and regulations handbook there should be info on hairstyles in the workplace if not ask. I asked my human resources department they are fine like I said my roots are nasty lol right now so I want to cover it up. I'd play the game for now when you get the job start start asking questions
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Originally posted by Xamaycana Xamaycana wrote:

OP-I'm going to be honest and suggest that you do your interviews with a wig.  Locs are becoming more acceptable but it's usually the  ones that can be "tamed".  I got job teaching with an MBA program while having baby locks, but I was lucky that my hair was long enough to pull back into a ponytail.  Maybe you could try a braid-out with a headband?

Another factor to consider is to make the rest of your attire as conservative as possible.  Nude polish on nails, well-applied natural looking make-up etc.




Yeah you're right..thanks!
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@ilovehairweave I can't do the lace either! It itch so bad lol..it's just so uncomfortable. Like a hat I can't take off. But I will def take your advice
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Originally posted by Xamaycana Xamaycana wrote:

OP-I'm going to be honest and suggest that you do your interviews with a wig.  Locs are becoming more acceptable but it's usually the  ones that can be "tamed".  I got job teaching with an MBA program while having baby locks, but I was lucky that my hair was long enough to pull back into a ponytail.  Maybe you could try a braid-out with a headband?

Another factor to consider is to make the rest of your attire as conservative as possible.  Nude polish on nails, well-applied natural looking make-up etc.


I have to agree about the attire. My locs are right above my shoulder and look relatively "tamed" but I'm particularly mindful about my attire which is more conservative than what I've worn at other jobs.  I've gone to some meetings looking more professional than my Executive Director!
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Where a wig. Get hired, take the wig off.

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Originally posted by nitabug nitabug wrote:

Where a wig. Get hired, take the wig off.


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when i went to interviews early in my loc process, i wore a wig. i live in cincinnati, which is pretty conservative so there was no question about me and wigging it out. i will be honest and say that once the wig did come off, the attitude of a few of my coworkers did change. i didnt care thiugh, i already had what i needed.
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Originally posted by i_am_sade i_am_sade wrote:

when i went to interviews early in my loc process, i wore a wig. i live in cincinnati, which is pretty conservative so there was no question about me and wigging it out. i will be honest and say that once the wig did come off, the attitude of a few of my coworkers did change. i didnt care thiugh, i already had what i needed.


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just do as u like, Keep at it & you'll get something
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Thanks Ladies...they're actually getting a little (just a little) length so I'll probably get a retwist and a pinup!
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