The Knotty Truth

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After looking at and trying several different methods and ways to tie a head wrap I decided to create my own design, which I call the “Knotty T”. My design is shaped by wrapping the hair and creating a

series of knots that lead to a cascading waterfall of tassels in the front.

My inspiration for this look ultimately came from an image of Brenda Fassie (the niece of Nelson Mandela and a South African superstar) and a 1991 image of an East Indian woman in an oversized beret adorned with a big dazzling pin in the front

created by Giselle Gomez.

How to create the Knotty T: This look is created by first taking the scarf and

wrapping it around the hair so that the ends point downward. Tie this once for security (wrap almost as if you would wrap a bandana). Then take the ends and tie them in the front. Continue making knots in the scarf until the rest of the material is used and let the tassels hang down. Finally, take the extra fabric that you have near both ears and pull up in order to create another layer around the hair. Voila! You’re look is complete.

These 1991 fashions have been remixed into a 2008 sensation. I hope that you try out the look, enjoy, and vote for me. Thanks!

Tiana

Comments (16)
  • 2011-04-22 14:04:08 |Unregistered| Bonnie S

    :lol: Yea Girl! Show em what your workin with!!!!

  • 2011-02-26 05:28:19 |Unregistered| Katrina

    BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!!!

  • 2011-02-26 05:29:08 |Unregistered| Katrina

    GON HEAD!!!!!! ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL!!! :lol:

  • 2008-02-18 05:14:31 |Registered| PrincessMila

    Girl,
    These are absolutely gorgeous!
    You are really raising the bar.
    But I ain't mad atcha.

    Vee

  • 2008-02-18 06:47:13 |Registered| Roy

    Tiana this is why you are so on top of this competition. Your photos are always clear. Your makeup is appropriate and you can change your look and make it look easy. Well done!
    Dee
    Nappturality.com

  • 2008-02-18 11:48:55 |Registered| jamalimani

    Thank you so much Vee and Dee! Your comments mean a lot to me! ;-)

  • 2008-02-18 14:26:32 |Registered| jpoarch38

    You have a fresh perspective and unlimited potential in your writing about hair wraping; continue to focus your energy, toward empowering natural beauty to self and others. You have my vote!

  • 2008-02-20 22:24:08 |Registered| MsSankofa

    Your photo's are beautiful.

  • 2008-02-20 22:43:07 |Registered| joanleesimone

    Nice pictures, your knotty T looks very professional looking. Your skin look so fabulous!

  • 2008-02-21 10:56:13 |Registered| Geminicity

    You look like a movie star! Great pictures

  • 2008-02-21 11:09:25 |Registered| jamalimani

    Thank you all for your comments! They really encourage me! :D

  • 2008-02-22 10:32:35 |Registered| jeterracj

    My daughter is transitioning and the wrap that you made is something that will work very well with her style because it is easy to do and fashionable. She has been struggling with the transition styles and just wants to press her hair, including her new growth, to make it easier on her...but this wrap is a much better alternative. Thanks

  • 2008-02-22 21:35:00 |Registered| kwhite71376

    Fantastic, Tiana! Well written. I get rthe flavor and the flair. Wonderful photos. Absolutely amazing! You are definitely my first choice for this challenge! And it speaks volumes that one of your competitors gave you kudos. Great sisterhood, ladies. I am proud. ;-)

  • 2008-02-26 10:50:30 |Registered| jamalimani

    I want to thank everyone for taking time out of their busy days to vote for me and comment on my challenges and pictures. Thank you so much! :D

  • 2008-03-01 13:35:32 |Registered| ksib3

    You go woman!!!!! :D

  • 2008-03-04 23:20:38 |Registered| jewels69

    Sorry you got this so late. I haven't been feeling like myself lately. I like the finished piece I just wish that it were a little bigger or at the end. I'm going to have to try to create a head wrap style too but I like your best.

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