ShoNuf Beauty Presents "Winter Weave Wonders"

Queens, Kings, and Other Things
We've made it to a great new year and its time to step our game up in the hair department of our lives. There is no better investment than making an investment in our state of the art hair weave! Spend 2k13 growing and strengthening your hair with sew-ins, blends in, fusion extensions, or other hair techniques with our products. Turn up your style with a hint of color or be a bold diva and shoot for the ombré colorizing method. Whatever you do- do it with us. We plan on gracing the hair weave industry with a larger variety as we grow this year. Never underestimate the power of our Virgin weaves! Don't become fooled by low priced brands- you get what you pay for! In a nutshell, shop with us to define the ShoNuf beauty in you! Stay tuned-- more blogs to come!

ShoNuf Beauty Presents "2k13 Beauties"

Queens and Kings we welcome you into the year of 2013! 

ShoNuf Beauty will continue and grow and incorporate better service and merchandise for your stylish pleasures. 

 This year our blogs will assist you with all of your weave needs and wants.

  Each month will focus on better assisting you and guiding you to nothing but the most current and faboulous looks. 

Here are a few pointers to flawless weaves!

1. Of course, Shop with ShoNuf Beauty.

2. Color your natural hair to match the extensions.

3. Lock in your definite style and know how to style it.

4. Maintain a clean and healthy style. Shampoo regularly.

With the weather at its coldest point this year why not try some of our hair installed in a sew-in to keep you warm and fly this season! 

Winter has proved to be harsh on most textures of hair.

 By sporting a protective style you can assure that this season won't damage your hair. 

Visit our website and select the hair of your dreams and began the journey to your new look! 

Until next time divas......

www.shonufbeauty.com

 

ShoNuf Beauty Presents "New Year New Hair"

Queens, Kings, and Other Things

Let us enter into the new year with new hair!

That's right divas! 2013 is your year and we are here to aid you in creating your new style!

 

Our New Years resolution is to make sure our clients are the most styli every scene the arrive on! Don't hesitate shop with us today and release the inner Diva in you.

Avoid the beauty supply store headache and let us choose the perfect length and texture for you!

Unsure of where to start your hair shopping trip?

Visit us at www.shonufbeauty.com

Check out this tutorial below!

Purchase your new look today!

Happy New Years from the ShoNufBeauty family!

ShoNuf Beauty Presents "Deck the Halls with Bundles of Hair"

Queens, Kings, and Other Things

 Deck the Halls with bundles of hair from ShoNuf Beauty this Christmas!

LOL at this video =)

Check out our holiday sales which are posted on our Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram pages.

Refer to our past blog for more info on the installation and upkeep of our hair!

Now, we're all anticipating Santa's arrival right?

 Why not play Santa with that special someone who is deserving of a new look for 2k13?

Be Santa's helper and order up some spectacular hair this season.

If you're in an even more generous mood throw in a salon gift certificate for the installation.

I went out on the town to ask a couple of naughty and nice folks what they would like Santa to get them from us. Here's what they had to say.

"I want a 20-24 inch, 3 bundle package from you guys!"

-Jasmine Hayes

"I want Santa to deliver Micro Links to me. Could they please come early Santa?

-Brandy Manuel

"A year supply of unbeweavableness, is that a word?"

-Anonymous..... an embarrassedsed interviewee lol

Hopefully someone will make the holidays super joyful for these gals!

You still have time to order just in time for the holidays. 

Count on us to help you succeed in gift giving this year!

Merry Christmas from the ShoNuf Beauty family!

For inquiries, give us a call at 972-349-9146.

ShoNuf Beauty Presents "25 Days of Christmas"

Queens, Kings, and Other Things 

Let's get excited about Christmassssss!

 For all of my weave lovers follow this countdown to a fabulous Christmas and New Years hairstyle!

The perfect look for the holidays is none other than our Passionate Peruvian Luxurious Loose Waves!

Are you ready to tackle this style?

 Ready

Set

Order

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25

Go to www.shonufbeauty.com and purchase your fabulous weave from our collection.

24

Book your appointment in compliance with your delivery date.

23

Relax your edges to give your weave style a very natural look. A silk out could substitute the relaxer.

22

Test out moisturizing products to assure that your scalp will remain healthy underneath your installment.

21

 Shop around for the perfect outfit to match the holiday and your future hairstyle.

20

Purchase weave products to maintain a beautiful weave.

19

Be on time for your appointment and trust in the stylist's judgement on installation.

18

Practice mimicking the beauty shop's style so you will become comfy with your weave.

17

 Test the flexibility of your weave. Shoot for a high ponytail or classy bun do!

16

Try the ombre effect on your hair. It's yours! Don't hold back on trying new things.

15

Deep condition your weave to help it maintain its natural gloss and elasticity.

14

 Slightly oil your scalp beneath your weave.

13

Consider this heat day! Test out your flat irons, curlers, etc. Be mindful that this is weave.

12

Sport your hairstyle in the public eye! Don't forget to mention us here at ShoNuf Beauty.

11

Manage your edges as it make seem that they are beginning to curl again. Use edge control jam/ gel.

10

Try out some make up to compliment your hairstyle. Shoot for a facial.

9

Score the winning style that you'll definitely rock on Christmas Day!

8

Pick up a hair accessory. A pin, head band, or hair jewels could set off your weave.

7

Treat yourself to a wash and style to soothe your scalp.

6

 Go ahead make sure all of your items for your holiday style is in your reach.

5

 De-tangle your hair!

4

Rock a simple style today. Don't wear yourself out, Christmas is near.

3

 Check to make sure your installment is still in tact before salons close for the holidays.

2

Style your hair for is big debut! Use flexi rods and curl wands for a stylish look!

1

Wake up and rock your style on Christmas Day!

Join the Christmas Hair Challenge! 

Start submitting your photos on Christmas Day

 at pollard_akira@yahoo.com to appear in future blog posts.

Happy Holidays!

.....And don't forget to add us to our Christmas List!

ShoNuf Beauty Presents "Thanksgiving Tresses"

Queens, Kings, and Other Things

Celebrate Thanksgiving with a stunning hair style from ShoNuf Beauty!

Currently the site is down but all past blogs include photos of the merchadise. 

Also- styles and items are posted on instagram (@shonufbeauty) and facebook (ShoNuf Beauty).

There has been a lot of fuss about the difference between our hair and basic beauty supply store hair.

We could compare and contrast all day long, but we'd rather allow our items to speak for us! Once you try hair from our line you won't be disappointed.

We are approaching the Thanksgiving Holiday and I went out to ask a few queens to share with me what they are thankful for this season in regards to hair! Check out what these divas had to say!

"I'm thankful for micro links. I've always had short hair and I wanted a longer look for years. These links from ShoNuf Beauty definitely gave me the look of my dreams."

"I am thankful for my stylist that I met at the ShoNuf Beauty's Hair Extravaganza. As a student, A'Kira is very professional and i've been satisfied with her and ShoNuf Beauty products from the start."

"I'm thankful for my Peruvian Wavy sew-in. I love the texture, color, and elasticity of the hair. My husband is thankful for this too."

These ladies were exceptionally thankful this season. You can be too! Shop with us and order suitable items for the holidays. As we previously mentioned the website is under construction; however, call our business line or reach us via instagram, twitter, or Facebook. 

.....And remember, despite of your situation be thankful this season.

We are thankful for you here at ShoNuf Beauty!

ShoNuf Beauty Presents "Shopping in a Weave Wonderland"

Queens, Kings, and Other things

ShoNuf Beauty invites you to shop in a Weave Wonderland

to rock the best hair this season!

We have the perfect weave to set off your new and improved style for the holidays! 

With all of the shopping, cooking, and entertaining that the holidays bring.. now is a great time to invest in our beautiful line of weave and also invest in a professional installation. 

This season, there are millions of trends floating around the fashion atmosphere. Shop with us and accomplish all of those styles. I will cover the most current hair trends (Top 5) along with the recommended from our line for that particular style.

Number 5- Pin-Ups

 I accomplished this style by braiding the sides and creating a pin curl basket in the center. I curled the bang and opposite side and finished with holding spray. For this look I recommend ShoNuf Beauty's Brazilian Virgin Hair, 12 & 14 inch.

Number 4-Fishtail

 I accomplish this style by installing blonde weave leave from her nape to four inches from her hairline. I braided the fishtail and finished with holding spray. For this look I recommend ShoNuf Beauty's Peruvian Virgin Hair, 18 or higher inch.

Number 3- Bun

After installing these fantastic Micro Loop Ring Extensions I pulled the hair into a high ponytail and pinned the bun style. For this look I recommend ShoNuf Beauty's Peruvian Micro Loop Ring Extensions, 14 inch- 200 count. 

Number 4- Waves

I accomplished this style by installing the hair and styling it with a Wave Wand which added volume exceptionally well. For this look I recommend ShoNuf Beauty's Brazilian Hair Straight or Loose Wave, 12 or higher inch.

 *****Number 1-Traditional Sew-In*****

 I accomplished this style by sewing in the hair and styling it with a Curl Wand. I recommend ShoNuf Beauty's Peruvian Hair, 16 or higher inch.

There you have it!  Head to the website and shop for the look you've always wanted. 

And remember, ShoNuf Beauty provides *DEFINITE* Beauty!

 

 

ShoNuf Beauty Presents "Spooky Tales of Weave"

Queens, Kings, and Other Things 

Don't be fooled by the appearance of hair! Shop ShoNuf Beauty where you are guaranteed Top Quality Merchandise! 

Beware!!!! 

There are imitators on the loose and they are selling poor quality hair at a high cost. Trust in us to provide you with the best! 

Say Goodbye to Holloween and hello to Thanksgiving with a new style! This season every one is rocking 16 inches or more of our beautiful collection! Pick our Peruvian waves or Malaysian curls to wow your relatives! 

Stay tuned for the next blog!

ShoNuf Beauty Presents "Fall Hair Fashion"

Queens, Kings, and Other Things 

allow ShoNuf Beauty to assist you this fall with the most fabulous weave there is to offer!

Keeping Up has always been a game played in life by each individual. Why not incorporate that into the business world? With that being said let's hop on the bandwagon and root for a superb cold fusion technique.

This fall it is alllll about fusion! Micro Loop Ring extensions are taking over this season! Don't get left out divas ShoNuf Beauty has the hottest micro loops rings there is to offer at the world's most affordable price!

Enjoy the flexibility and creativity you can experience with fusion! You've wondered for years how certain celebrities get the natural look with up and down do's. It's definitely your season to sport your celeb look. That's right today you can make the purchase of a lifetime and accomplish styles beyond measures with Micro Loop Ring extensions.

Calling all races and textures... have no fear ShoNuf Beauty has your perfect match! Make your dollars stretch with this method that lasts longer than sew-ins!

This is a method of cold fusion that is swift and super natural! You can barely feel the attachment to your hair. With the perfect stylist and hair from us you're destined to be BOMB.COM this fall.

Stay up to date and sport the latest trends by intrusting all of your hair needs and wants in us!

Hurry and check out the prices and order your links today! Why not look like the celebrity you are! :)

www.shonufbeauty.com

ShoNuf Beauty Presents "Weaveology 101"

 Queens, Kings, and Other Things ShoNuf Beauty Presents "Weaveology 101!" In this session we're covering the upkeep of weave! 

As the last blog stated we offer Top Of The Line hair, but that is just the icing....

Your stylist and maintenance is definitely the cake!

Shopping with ShoNuf Beauty ensures that you're rocking with the best. Mrs. Kendria Jenkins flaunts her merchandise exceptionally well and so should you. It is essential to her to not only distribute products but make sure that her clients are just as fabulous as her. 

After you purchase your fabulous products from ShoNuf Beauty you are on your way to a flawless look. Here's a couple of steps to take to ensure that you have a beautiful outcome after installation.

Choose your stylist.

Step one of the process is the most important step. Choose a stylist that specializes in hair weaves. View your stylist's portfolio to gain comfort and confidence in him/her.

Determine what style suites your budget as well as your life style.

At this point you've probably held a self v. self debate on the installation of your weave. Once you've entered the salon for your appointment KNOW or at least have a general idea of the style you want to accomplish. If you decide on a service other than schedule, inform the stylist prior to entering his/her salon.

Ensure that your hair and weave is clean.

Clean scalp saves weave! Avoiding dry itchy scalp can differentiate a long term and short term hairstyle. If you decide to shampoo your hair prior to your salon visit make sure that you've cleaned your hair to the best of your abilities.

Allow the stylist to perform the service uninterrupted.

Sit back, relax, and let the stylist begin the creative process. Avoid annoying questioning, movements, and anything else that will disturb the stylist. If the installment causes unbearable pain consult with the stylist before completing the style.

Observe the styling technique.

Request that you are turned towards the mirror during the styling process. Take this time to observe and gain the way your hair is being styled. Also make sure that the style is satisfying before departing.

Maintain.

Purchase Remi Weave products and consult with your stylist about her maintenance suggestions. Don't alter your style to the point where it will ruin your look.

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Follow these steps and you will have the fly-est weave on this side of the atmosphere! This has been another ShoNuf Beauty Blog! Shop ShoNuf Beauty at www.shonufbeauty.com where you're guaranteed to stay fly! Stay tuned!

A'Kira Pollard

Student Stylist Extraordinaire

Coming With The FUNNYYYY

Queens, Kings, and other Things join us for a laugh!

Check out some of YouTube's funniest videos right here at Black Diamond's and Girls!

 

ShoNuf Beauty Can Transform You Into a Cutey!

Queens, Kings, and other Things we have the perfect hair for you! Want to change up your look for your school’s annual homecoming celebration? Want to look like a celebrity when you mix and mingle in the nightlife crowd? Or do you just want to make a fashion statement from your HAIR on down? Whatever you want to do we have the perfect hair for you!

 Here at ShoNuf Beauty the owner, Mrs. Kendria, stocks top of the line Malaysian, Indian Remy, and Virgin Remy hair! Why add weave that’s not flawless with a natural appeal? Have your girls and even you guy blown away by your fabulous hair from us!

On a more informative note, if you don’t know anything about weaves and extensions have no fear! I’ll break down every item offered on the site!
 Let’s get started! On the site you’ll see the tab titled “Shopping By”…. There you will see Categories, Texture, and Prices! Under the Category tab you should see the following…..

*Malaysian Hair*
Now ladies we can all admit that Malaysian sisters definitely have it going on in the hair department! They have the most beautiful texture! Guess what? You can have it too! Malaysian hair closures give off a very natural look and they start off at the super saving price of $105.

Consult with your stylist for his/her method of installing closures!

*Indian Remy*
The name just sounds good! Indian Remy makes a gorgeous hairstyle that blends incredibly with all African American textures! It has a full look and if installed professionally- it will look amazing! Score the winning thick and full hairstyle you’ve dreamed of with some Indian Remy! 

Resembles beautiful African American relaxed hair huh?!

*Virgin Remy*
(Brazilian, Cambodian, Peruvian, Virgin Micro Loop Ring Extensions)
Just as the name says this hair is PURE! Virgin Remy has never been processed or chemically treated. It’s soft and had a super natural appearance!

Brazilian
 

Cambodian

Peruvian

Your eyes aren’t playing tricks on you, this hair is beautiful!


Micro Loop Ring Extensions

Shop ShoNuf Beauty for your next hair style! Stay tuned for more blogs, this is only the beginning!  Feel free to leave questions and requests!

   
                                                                                    -A’Kira Pollard, Student Stylist Extraordinaire

My 1st HairShow Experience

We placed and were very excited! Stay tuned for more upcoming events!

Prasie Break--- Thank You

GOD

Queens, Kings, and Other Things 

I would like send up and out a huge

THANKSSSSSSSSS!

Black Diamonds and Girls has taken off like a rocket and without

God and my audience I would not have launched!

Please continue to spread the word and read with us!

Much love from my heart to yours! 

-One Love, 

A'Kira Pollard

founder

KMSL!!!

Queens, Kings, and Other Things 

Do you want to laugh?

Well I found a couple of things that's bound to tickle your funny bone! Check out these videos!

This is one of Comic View's former comedians, Benji Brown! His character KeKe is sooooo funny!

Rickey Smiley stars as Lil' Darryl, his character that we all know and love! He is super funny!

This is funny times 10! Repo job turned into comedy show!

......Had to end this post with the very funny Mike Epps!

I hope you gained a couple of laughs from this post! 

Stay Black & Beautiful!

Peace!

Shop Lux with your Bucks!

LADIESSSSSSSSS!

This is a PSA for the city of Monroe and surrounding areas:

Your beauty prayers have been answered! Shop Lux with your Bucks!!!

Visit John (owner) at Lux Beauty Supply Located at 1310 Highway 165 North Monroe, LA!

Lux is a beautiful establishment located in our city's prized area. All of your beauty supply needs are behind those doors stocked at the lowest price in the city. John (owner) takes pride in seeing his customers enter the store with goals and exiting with a sense of achievement. Not only am I a fan of this SuperStore but 100% of my surveyors are also. Check out the feedback I documented while out in the community questioning people about Lux.

"John was awesome, realistic, and helpful!"

-Ariyawn Johnson

"I love Lux! They are so organized and the staff there is always eager to help, attitude free. They even offer ULM students a discount. You can't beat that!"

-Alexis Alexander

"The employees were extremely helpful & well learned about the products they were selling! That made me feel comfortable enough to make it my go-to beauty supply store."

-Lorealle Shell

"They were very nice and helpful. They also gave me a discount :)"

-Lakeydra Garey

"Kind, Helpful, Reasonable, and Caring... The employees there care about your ultimate satisfaction and don't treat you any differentely no matter how much you spend."

-Fred Bass III

John sells top of the line hair products, weaves, wigs, jewelry and more. The NYX counter attracts alot of ladies to the store to purchase their great make-up. Store favorites of my surveyed group were KISS lashes, Salon Pro All-in-1 hair bundles, Bliss Weave, and Esprit Remi Weave. 

Black Diamonds and Girls supports Lux Beauty Supply and you should too!

Contact Info:

• 1310 Hwy 165 N.
• Monroe, Louisiana 71203
•  8:30 am - 8:00 pm

Phone	1 (318) 345-3453
Email	lux1310@yahoo.com

.................& remember Shop Lux with your Bucks!!!!!!!!!!!!

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Lux-Beauty-Supply/207890862581139

Black Diamonds and Girls Presents Queen Jamie Mayes the Poet!

Kings, Queens, and other Things check out the poetry composed by the beautiful, intelligent, and classy Jamie Mayes. Weighing in as a full time school (LSU alumna) teacher and mentor, Ms. Mayes never sleeps on her gift of poetry. She released her book Tear Stained Dresses and Dusty Shoes in November of 2011 and it's phenomenal! Below we unleashed a sample that Jamie blessed us with. Sit back, relax, and read!

3 Poem Compilation
MY JOURNEY

This life here’s been hard on me
There were times when someone else I begged to be
Feeling down I cried to God for peace
From the pain, I wanted sweet release
Please, Lord, wipe the tears from my eyes
Give me the easy route to my prize.

Dirt all around on a supposed to be clear path
Searching for cleanliness not found in a bath.
Feet weary from my fast walking pace
Asking for a little of God’s grace.
Yet, if there was no rain couldn’t appreciate the sunshine
And eventually, the joy that would be mine.

Been such a long road with twists and turns
Some days lost on the path that I journ’d
A dusty hard pebbled path with fallen leaves
Unexpected changes brought me to my knees
Kept treading the road, thinking of giving up
Pleading for a drop of water in my empty cup.
Still there’s no doubt of what I wouldn’t do-
Wouldn’t trade my tear stained dressed and dusty shoes.

(**This is the title poem from the book Tear Stained Dresses & Dusty Shoes)

SUGA SWEET
Suga Sweet was her name,
Sweetest girl that ever came,
Worked a wonder but it’s a shame,
That doggish man was to blame.

Suga Sweet met Bill Black,
He beat Suga Sweet and she took ‘im back,
A full course meal he never lacked,
Along with a cigarette full pack.

Church women say Suga Sweet go,
Don’t let that no good beat you no mo’,
Suga Sweet loved that nigga though,
Even though his gambling kept them po’.

One night Suga Sweet cried,
Bill Black beat her til she damn near died,
Said he want stewed okra ‘stead of fried,
Finally he broke Suga Sweet’s pride.

Suga Sweet been through a lot,
She ran to the kitchen to get that pot,
In his lap is where he got,
Yella grits steaming hot.

(**from Tear Stained Dresses & Dusty Shoes)

Put It On Bricks
We weren’t poor we were rich in spirit,
That’s not a leaking roof,
That’s the tinkle of gold,
You hear it?

That’s not water leaking from the sink,
That’s the Lord trying make you think.
Those aren’t holes in your shoes,
Those are mysteries with socks for clues.

That’s not a trip you can’t afford,
That’s your imagination calling you on board.
That’s not an apartment in the projects,
That’s a path to success you didn’t detect.

That’s not sadness upon your head,
That’s a normal reaction to things they’ve said.
Got to learn to push through when things make you sick,
But our couch broke and we put it on bricks.

(**This is a new one from my upcoming book Pennies. In. My. Pocket. (fall 2012)

**Book available on Amazon's website**


 "As an educator I belong to my students. As a daughter I belong to my parents. As a friend I belong to my friends. As a child of Christ I belong to those in need. But, as a writer I belong to myself. What aspect of you belongs to you?
Check out my website: http://jamiemayesaoe.com/."

 Black Diamonds & Girls declares Ms. Mayes as our Poetry Queen!

For bookings contact Ms. Mayes via facebook http://www.facebook.com/jamiemayesaoe or by visiting her twitter profile @jaeraemae.

 Stay tuned for more work from our Poetry Queen :)

From the $treets to The Beats pt.2

This week I checked in with our all time favorite artist Chubb-Loc and he blessed us with the freestyle below:

 

Be on the lookout for his upcoming shows and events! Black Diamonds and Girls will follow his journey to fame never the less. Support, Promote, Write About em', Talk About em' - get with the movement now because he's bound to blow up. Tune in to our site each week to check out his videos and happenings. 

This week, Club Nuvvo located in Downtown Monroe, LA will host "Bootn Up Wednesday" in homage of his hit single. Come out and meet the artist and vibe to his music as he performs. Request his music at your local radio station and subscribe to his channel on YouTube.

This has been another From the $treets to The Beats addition featuring yours truly Chubb-Loc Gunsmoke.... get with him or get lost!

"Grinding is the key: no one is better than the next but you can always better your situation."

                                                                                                                 -Chubb-Loc Gunsmoke

Our New Natural Queen

Curls for the girls, Waves for the Babes

Look out World! I'm going natural today

No more burning perms- help is on the way

Look out World! I'm going natural today

Good bye weave and bad hair days

Look out World! I'm going natural today

Free to be me : twist, jump, bounce, sway

Look out World! I'm going natural today

You get it by now but I still feel the need to say

Look out World! I'm going natural today :)

                

                                                    -A'Kira the Poet 

The Natural Beauty in the above photo is none other than Southern University's own Lorealle Shell.

On Mother's Day 2012 she experienced the big chop and fell in love. 

I, A'Kira Pollard (founder of Black Diamonds & Girls), was allotted the opportunity to cut her hair and start her natural journey. Isn't she lovely? Going natural is simply beautiful especially when you have the looks to compliment your cut. You go girl! You're beautiful Lorealle!

Welcome to the wonderful world of natural girls!

Queen Daryl Walters voted as Delegate

Queens, Kings, and Other Things- the beautiful & intelligent Ms. Daryl Walters of Wiley College has been voted as Louisiana's Congressional District 4 Democratic Delegate.

Keep our sista lifted up in prayer!

We congratulate you here at Black Diamonds & Girls

and you have our support 100%.