Crowning Glory Coils and Kinks

By Lady Carolyn M. Summerset Crowning Glory — Coils & Kinks Originally published August 21, 2013 | Refreshed October 2026 When Hair Becomes a Church Controversy Hello, my beautiful Curl Friends! 💕 Today, we're revisiting a story from the Crowning Glory archives that certainly stirred up conversation in 2013. At the time, reports circulated that Pastor A. J. Aamir of Resurrecting Faith in Waco, Texas, had expressed strong opposition to women wearing hair weaves in his church. His reported remarks raised questions about beauty, financial responsibility, church leadership, and how much authority a pastor should exercise over a woman's personal appearance. When I first encountered this story, I had plenty to say! And more than a decade later, I believe the conversation still deserves our attention. A Pastor's Concerns About Hair Weaves According to the reports circulating in August 2013, Pastor Aamir was particularly concerned about women spending substantial amounts of ...

By Lady Carolyn M. Summerset Crowning Glory — Coils & Kinks Originally published August 9, 2013 | Refreshed October 2026 Hello, my beautiful Curl Friends! 💕 Today, we're taking another stroll down memory lane to revisit my July 2013 Curl Kit subscription box! If you were part of the natural hair community during those early years, you probably remember the excitement surrounding monthly beauty subscription boxes. They introduced us to products and brands we might never have discovered otherwise. And ladies, I loved exploring new products for my curls and coils! This particular Curl Kit brought together conditioners, styling gels, custards, shampoos, and several samples. Some products made an excellent first impression, while others taught me that a product's true performance isn't always revealed on the first day. Let's revisit what arrived in my July 2013 box! What's Inside the July 2013 Curl Kit? The July box featured an updated look, with a white package...

From the Crowning Glory Archives — Originally Published August 7, 2013 | Refreshed October 2026 By Lady Carolyn M. Summerset Crowning Glory — Coils & Kinks Hello, my beautiful Curl Friends! 💕 One of the things I have always loved about natural hair is its versatility. Our curls, coils, and kinks can be styled in so many beautiful ways, from big, bold hairstyles to soft, romantic curls and elegant updos. When I originally published this article in 2013, I wanted to showcase the beauty of 3C hairstyles. Looking back, I realize that these styles are just as inspiring today! Let's talk about what makes 3C natural hair so beautiful and explore a few ways to make those gorgeous curls shine. What Is 3C Natural Hair? 3C hair is commonly described as having tightly packed, springy corkscrew curls. These curls often create beautiful volume and can range from fine to coarse strands. One important thing to understand is that not every curl on your head will look exactly alike. You may ha...