Issue 13 - July 2017

People - Origins - Culture
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Volume 13- July 2017
FAITH
Maximum expression
of Adrenaline
on stage
GIANA
DE DIER
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Editorial Letter
Keila Salazar de Moreno, B.A.
Black Folklore - Cartagena’s Great Attractive...........................................3
Andrés Villa, B.A.
Afro Art Corner- Meet Giana de Dier............................................................5
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Beauty Express...................................................................................................8
Samara Catherine Wallace N., B.A.
Interview to Faith...............................................................................................11
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FAITH - INTERVEIW
Fashion Trends..................................................................................................15
Garbo by Greta
Interview to Said Isaac...................................................................................23
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¿Relaxed or Natural Curly Hair?..................................................................29
Ing. Tanisha Salazar de Mendoza
Top Ten Places to buy the african fashion online.................................32
Ninna Ottey, B.A.
Immersed in the seas.....................................................................................37
Robert Goodrich, B.A.
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GARBO BY GRETA
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EDITORIAL LETTER
We got to our Issue # 13, and every month that
passes, we demand more of ourselves in regard to
the content we provide you. Our commitment is to
offer you interesting yet, quality content.
This being said, we have been working hard this
last month with new columnists who bring content
that complements what we have been publishing
so far.
I want to thank you for your great love for the magazine,
and I believe faithfully that this second
year will be very fruitful and valuable in terms of
the knowledge you will acquire through its content.
In thinking of both today’s women and men, in
order to project our Afro youth and to give the
opportunity to all those who want to reach our
readers, we are creating more spaces. This includes
columns like Fashion Trends, which comes to us thanks to our friends of the Boutique
Gargo by Gretha. Here they share and let us know what they have available for us.
Read our new beauty article focused on the care of our skin and makeup written by Samara
Wallance-Noyola of Ella Es Cosmetics.
And what about the interviews, you may be thinking? We keep bringing more. This time
we bring you the interview we did with Faith, an excellent interpreter from Barbados, who
performed in May at some local events here in Panama, and our main interview with Said
Isaac, precursor of Panalandia, Learn more about him and the wonderful work he and his
team is doing.
Let me not keep writing! I invite you to read every page of this edition of your digital magazine
Ethnicities Magazine, so that you can see for yourself what we have here in store.
Thanks again and blessings.
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BLACK FOLKLORE
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BLACK FOLKLORE
CARTAGENA’S GREAT ATTRACTIVE
BY ANDRÉS VILLA, B.A.
PHOTOGRAPHS: ANDRÉS VILLA, B.A.
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Cartagenera golden brown with moonlight.
Golden with moonlight cartagenera
brown”, the meaning of these verses made
song can tell us a lot about the history of
the slaves that in the 16th century arrived,
from Africa to the important Spanish colonial
port at the Caribbean Sea.
Black women could not wear gold or silver
and could only garnish with moonlight, but
they danced with the sound of the drums
that were the tradition of their ancestors.
Today Cartagena, the main tourist destination
of Colombia, presents these folk
shows as a great attraction for tourists.
The visitor walks inside this walled city to
defend it from pirate attacks, through narrow
streets, under beautiful flowered balconies
that stand out from houses with
colonial facades and gates. The visitor
crosses squares that crown churches with
rigorous facades and high towers, and
always seeing here or there, the inheritance
brought by the slave ships.
The black manifests himself in songs and
tells his history and its regrets. Remember
“The Rebellion”, famous Cartagena
song that tells us what happened: “In the
years 1600 .... In the streets of Cartagena
... perpetual slavery. “ Dramatic story sung
by Joe Arroyo, a black man who wants to
avenge a black woman to whom the white
master punished.
It is that the slaves were stripped of
everything. Of their names, their land, their
gods. But with the years their customs
were part of the folklore of the towns where
they were taken.

In this time-deprived city, there are small
boutique hotels that use the old colonial
and republican architecture and adorn it
with details in their rooms, corridors, reception
to amaze the tourist. But here, or
there, on their walls or on their shelves,
there are black handicrafts or paintings.
In the restaurants the afro is overflowing
with menus that offer the traditional dishes
like fried fish, patacones, rice with coconut
wonderfully served. It corozo juice is
famous, a fruit once discarded, but with its
purple color, it reborns with tourism.
At night in the squares, in the light of the
lanterns, or in the courtyards of these
old mansions, the frantic “mapalé”, or “la
cumbia”, which has become a national
manifestation, is danced.
Scholars say that the word La Cumbia comes
from “cumbé”, which means, black
dance. And that is noticed by the drums,
by the maracas. But it mixes with the native
flute sounds and the Spanish polleras.
splendor of tourist hotels, at the mouths
of streams we could see blacks throwing
their bolt.
“The fisherman talks with the beach
The fisherman, talks with the moon
The fisherman doesn’t have a fortune
The fisherman only his bolt,
You can also see the Palenqueras, with
their plates full of coconut candy, or fruit,
and their skirts with the colors of the Colombian
flag. They are a symbol of Cartagena.
They are assiduous figures in the
atriums of the churches, or in the arches
that guard the vaults next to the walls.
Cartagena is recognized by UNESCO as a
World Heritage Site, and black demonstrations
contributed to this recognition. Cartagena,
a destination 45 minute flight from
Panama.
An example of this is The Fisherman. Sad
musical print of black people looking for
sustenance in the sea. And today these
ways are still repeated on the shores of the
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AFRO ART CORNER
MEET GIANA DE DIER

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Giana De Dier is a Panamanian visual artist who creates portraits combining
pencil, ink and collage. She explores the identity of Afro-descendants in Panama
and how natural hair plays a role in strengthening and rethinking that identity.
She is interested in how this identity is created, adopted and how it is seen by
others.
With her portraits she portrays black women and men who proudly wear their
hair in their natural state in a variety of styles. The characters in these portraits
are presented individually but can be seen as part of a whole. Each of these portraits
are the starting point for a conversation that goes beyond hair.
Contrasting pencil and ink creating different shapes and backgrounds, De Dier
seeks to make Afro-descendant women and men and their natural hair visible
in a space that seems to question the need and importance of their positive
representation.
De Dier lives and works in Panama City, Panama.
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You are altogether beautiful, my darling, there is no flaw in you.
-Song of Songs 4:7
BEAUTY EXPRESS
BY SAMARA CATHERINE WALLACE-NOYOLA, B.A.
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BEAUTY A CARE
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Pero primero... Hablemos de cuidado de la piel
As we set the stage for great Makeup Application,
we must begin with the basics of
good skin care. Makeup is a great tool to
express our individuality, to enhance our
features and/or help conceal conditions
that we might not want to expose. Though
these are all positive uses for makeup, they
should be secondary to healthy skin. Using
makeup as an instant fix on unaddressed
skin problems can exacerbate the problem
and as a result prove ineffective. In fact, to
maximize the best makeup application and
overall benefits of products, it is useful that
our foundation (our skin) be in good condition.
The health of our skin can be impacted
by both internal and/or external factors.
Some we have control over and others, not
so much.
These factors can include the following:
DIET- the types of foods, vitamins and nutrients
we consume and how we hydrate
our bodies.
GENETICS- ohh genetics, those are the
cards we were dealt at birth that can be favorable
or not.
AGING- this inescapable factor. Ladies,
until the fountain of youth is discovered
(and I am optimistic that it will be) we all
experience aging in one way or another.
Additional influences include SUN EXPO-
SURE- how we protect our skin from harmful
sun rays, SKIN CARE- How we care
for our skin and types of products we use.
LIFESTYLE- are we stressed? Do we get
enough sleep? Do we have habits that are
not friendly to or skin?
These factors can result in thinning, dryness,
dullness, complexion problems, fine
lines, wrinkling and change texture of our
skin. Conditions that makeup alone cannot
address. Although we might not have
control over all the factors like genetics or
aging, know that a good skin care regime
can prove advantageous in combating
treatable skin conditions and premature
aging of the skin.
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To address these issues here are some basic elements of good skin care
Proper Diet: What we eat matters! Nutrition
plays an important role in various aspects
of skin health. A healthy diet consisting of
healthy fats, fresh fruits and vegetables,
water and less sugar and processed foods
can help in optimizing skin function and
health.
http://www.webmd.com/beauty/features/
abcs-of-healthy-skin-diet#2
Cleansing: Make it a habit to cleanse your
skin regularly, in the morning and at night.
Products will vary depending on the type of
skin that you have. Most, if not all skin care
products are designed for the 4 common
skin types: Normal, Oily, Dry, Combination.
Find out your skin type and use products
for your specific needs.
http://www.wikihow.com/Determine-Your-Skin-Type
Protection: It is important that all skin care
regime include U.V. protection (sunscreen).
Although we are blessed to be infused with
melanin*, we are not exempt from the dangerous
of harmful sun rays and its effects.
We must protect our skin! Thankfully, there
are many types of sunscreen on the
market that are perfect for wearing under
makeup. Also, more and more cosmetic
products contain sunscreen or SPF.
emollients to name a few. Moisturizers
like cleansing products should be specific
to an individual’s skin type. Take time
to research the type your skin needs.
http://www.webmd.com/beauty/features/moisturizers#3
Our skin is the largest organ of our bodies.
It is our body’s protector and what
we show to the world. It requires as much
attention as any other body part. It’s important
that we treat our skin the way we
would our eyes and teeth by going to the
dentist or eye doctor. Having a dermatologist
check our skin and help us maintain
it is equally important. It is recommended
that a dermatologist is seen annually or as
often as needed for persistent skin issues.
Appreciate your skin! Love and care for it!
It’s the only one you have.
*Melanin meaning:
A dark brown to black pigment occurring
in the hair, skin, and iris of the eye in
people.
Moisturizing: Darker skin is more likely to
either be dry or an oily. Moisturizers come
in a variety of forms- oil free, humectants,
References:
Cole, P. D., Hatef, D. A., Taylor, S., & Bullocks,
J. M. (2009). Skin Care in Ethnic Populations.
Seminars in Plastic Surgery, 23(3), 168–172.
Vashi, N. A., Buainain De Castro Maymone,
M., & Kundu, R. V. (2016). Aging Differences
in Ethnic Skin. The Journal of Clinical and
Aesthetic Dermatology, 9(1), 31–38
Rodan, K., Fields, K., Majewski, G., & Falla,
T. (2016). Skincare Bootcamp: The Evolving
Role of
Skincare. Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Global Open, 4(12 Suppl), e1152.
Vierkötter, A., & Krutmann, J. (2012). Environmental
influences on skin aging and ethnic-specific
manifestations. Dermato-Endocrinology,
4(3), 227–231.
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PERSONALIDADES
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FAITH
INTERVIEW
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I would like our readers to get to know
FAITH. Who is Faith? Where are you
from?
Entertainer Faith Callender was born on
March 20th, 1993 on the beautiful island
of Barbados. I am viewed as your ordinary
“Girl Next Door” because I am relatable
and down-to-earth, but an explosive alter
ego comes out on stage that is guaranteed
to catch your attention.
What made you realize that music was
your path?
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I’ve always had a passion for music but
was also heavily involved with academics.
I hold an Associates Degree in Accounts
and Economics and a Bachelor’s in Accounting
and Finance. However, throughout
my studies I would still perform
in hotels, private functions and various
shows around the island. My passion continued
to grow as I met more influential
people in the industry which pushed me
towards the career choice.
How would you describe the music that
you typically create?
My music (Soca) is full of energy and happiness.
It puts you in a place where you
can be free of your worries and enjoy life,
as you ought to. Imagine you are in the
Caribbean having the time of your life.
What makes this kind of music “good” to
you?
It’s the rhythm of the beat and the tones
of the instruments we use that infuses
our Caribbean sound with an international
one. The story the lyrics tell is also a big
part of the ‘feel good’ feeling.
Who are your biggest musical influences?
My biggest musical influences are our very
own Caribbean Queen Alison Hinds, Machel
Montano, Beyonce, Bob Marley and
Lauren Hill.
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What makes your music unique?
The tones and instruments we use make
my music unique.
What has been your most enjoyable song
to write? Why?
My latest single “Refill” was most enjoyable
to write because I actually completed
it ( lol). I would always write but never had
the confidence to complete a song and
release it to the public. That confidence is
growing now and I look forward to releasing
a lot more of my self-penned songs.
Ten years from now you will be….
Acknowledged as one of the artists who
brought Soca music to the world, especially
as a female from my little island Barbados
and I would have performed at all the
major shows around the world.
What has been your most enjoyable song
to write? Why?
Fun, exciting, happy, carefree and youthful!
Tell about any particular moment in your
musical career that you’re most proud of.
At this stage in my career I’m most proud
of reaching 10,000 views in one week after
releasing my music video for “Refill” on
YouTube.
Do you ever get nervous?
Always (lol). Nerves always come just
before a performance. Little butterflies in
your stomach because you want the performance
to be great. But once I get on
stage they tend to go away.
What’s your motto or the advice you live
by?
Everything happens for a reason and nothing
happens by chance. You just have to
own the moment.
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FASHION
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Photos: @vinayetman_photo
Clothes: Garbo by Greta
Mola Belts: Lasso Handame
Makeup Artist: Ana Carrión
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White minidress of black polka dots and
flights on sleeves and hem. Red mola
envelope.
Purse: Lasso Handmade
MODEL: JAMIE VANTERPOOL

Body con dress with jersey neckline
flight, multicolor printed lines and flowers.
Lasso Handmade Geometric mola purse
in turquoise tone.

Electric blue neoprene skirt with
asymmetrical flights and yellow
gauze V-neck top with front strip.
Floral mola belt. by Lasso Handmade.
MODEL: JAZNEL TAMAYO
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White dress from the collection Guapa
by Greta Bayo with opening to one
side and embroidered heart in beads
Lasso Handamde structured mola envelope
purse..
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Silk charmeuse off White blouse
with cape and shorts in denim
polka dot. Both pieces of the
collection Guapa by Greta Bayo.
Lasso Handmade Floral mola belt.
MODEL: MAYRA HURLEY
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Long white dress in embroidered mesh
with deep neckline to the front and slits.
Lasso Handmade Mola envelope purse.
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SAID
ISAAC
INTERVIEW
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SAID, we want to start by asking where
you are from, what is your age, how and
why did you decide to venture into the
world of filmmaking?
I’m from Colón. I grew up on the outskirts
of the town between Sabanitas and Margarita.
I am 32 years old. One day at my
house I found a VHS video recorder. My
dad explained to me quickly how to use it
and I think that was the moment that aroused
my curiosity for the audiovisual. The
first thing I had to do was some Power-
Point credits and record them with the
camera for a video school project of my
brother. From there I began to do my own
school projects on video. One was a newscast
and the other a soap opera chapter
for The English class. After that I decided
to study a degree in advertising and marketing
focused on digital video. From this
I developed as a production assistant for
television and then as a producer for a local
TV Show supermarket chain. During
that time, cinema was a little distant. I began
to attend activities of appreciation of
cinema organized by CIMAS (Foundation
Center of Image and Sound). Then while
working in the production company I met
some friends who also wanted to work
with the cinema. It was then we organized
and set out to create some kind of synergy
to create cinema with local language,
Panamanian identity and local histories,
a counterproposal to what Panama was
offering in the audiovisual and that’s how
Public Mind was born.
How was PANALANDIA born, better
known as CINE POBRE?
PANALANDIA is born from the need we
had of seeing ourselves, to to recognized
and strengthen our identity. Since this project
was conceived in 2013, the plan was
to focus on locally made films, mainly focusing
on stories and their intention. In the
background, the rest of the technical and
artistic aspects are inspired by the concepts
of Poor Theater of Grotowsky and
the International Festival of Poor Cinema
of Gibara in Cuba.
When I proposed the idea of the festival to
the rest of my colleagues in Public Mind,
everyone seemed to think that the idea
came at the right moment. The concept
came from what was and is happening in
the country but because budgets for the
development for arts and culture are minimal,
it couldn’t remain only in our hands.
By then, we were also inspired by a large
group of active people making low budget
cinema, many of them graduates of one
of our major projects in Public Mind, and
those from the workshops of film Visual
Audio Mind. They were practicing. It was
their first essays in cinema and perhaps
everything was not perfect, especially with
the sound, but they and their work deserved
to be seen.
What is the purpose of PANALANDIA,
and where do you want to reach with this
great project?
The slogan of “poor cinema” is to tell your
story with what you have on hand and
leave behind the excuses that there is no
money. To propose to local filmmakers to
stop thinking about only doing advertising
or commercial work and to encourage the
empirical who never thought about making
movies. It has all the necessary qualities
and can be a free window for the exhibition
of ideas of all kinds of people without any
distinction.
It seems to me that in a very short time, we
have made good progress and with limited
financial resources. We hope to make PA-
NALANDIA an inspiration for audiovisual
creation and a space for analysis and reflection
of our Panamanian society. This
is a project that continues to evolve and
grow. Our goal is to reach all the provinces
and cities of the country.
What do you consider to be your contribution
to society through PANALANDIA?
Through this project I contribute to a so-
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ciety that is more attentive and concerned
about its social and political environment,
because in Panalandia, people have the
opportunity to know different aspects and
visions that we share as Panamanians. I
see it as a free space to exchange ideas.
We need these uncensored spaces of
expression in our country. For example, I
still feel we are repressed or confused by
the invasion, so the “poor cinema” that we
have received in Panalandia in most of
its cases has no commercial or political
commitments. It is very raw, sincere, real,
current and direct.
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We would like to know about your experience
organizing this festival the first
time, the pros and the cons, the acceptance
of the people, the support, the
sponsors, and everything that involves
organizing an event of this magnitude.
The first time was a great challenge and
it still is. We practice the philosophy that
we proposed and we did the festival with
the resources that we had and we had
nothing (laugh). We were five people in
Public Mind and we were not enough to
continue with the projects that we were
handling, plus the festival. So we prepared
some very simple posters and we
made a call for volunteers. Thus we have
added valuable collaborators to the team
like Aniela Herrera, Martanoemí Noriega,
Ricardo Jurado, Fanny Huc, Liza Nájera,
Ariadne Campble, Hana Mos, Lourdes
Sandoval, Greyse Obin, who are just a few
from a large list of volunteers. Without the
volunteers joining at the different stages
of the festival, there would be no festival.
The first festival in 2014, we did between
the University of Panama Cinema room
and the parking lot of the French Alliance.
The award ceremony was held at Park
Urracá. For the second and third festival
we moved to the Municipal hall at the Hatillo
building, the old Cinema Art and the
awards at the Afroantillano Museum, for
the fourth edition we went to the Great

Garden of the Omar Torrijos Foundation
in Ancón.
I think the pros are many. I feel grateful
and happy to help in the promotion of
this “poor cinema” and in the philosophy
behind it. If we do more things in the Panalandia
style, we would complain less
about the government and obsolete systems.
Every so often I have to explain our
use of the word “poor” and I love it. Moreso
when people make a funny or disgusted
face to hear that word. It is a concept
to cause you to think and evaluate where
the images you are consuming come
from and where you are directing your
thoughts.
Since the beginning, the festival has had a
great acceptance. All the events we have
performed have always been well received
by the public, from the sale of fried fish
with patacones and beers, to meetings to
make posters and cardboard badges for
hours . The sponsorship is difficult yet we
have found excellent allies who understand
and believe in what we do, but it is
not the rule but the exception. We are dealing
with some brands that dare to make
a difference betting on the creative community
that is the main audience of the
festival. Thanks to a collective collection
of funds by social networks we managed
to organize a tour to 8 official schools and
2 communities. This is an experience that
we want to add to the annual activities
that the festival performs.
Tell us a bit about what PANALANDIA is
bringing for 2018.
For 2018 the festival will be celebrating its
5th edition and we are preparing for the
call stage. We have some activities planned
of which we still can’t give all details.
This year we will also have new categories
that we will announce officially soon.
We believe that there are important topics
that as Panamanians we must pay attention
to like our history, educational system,
human rights and sex education, and
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we are going towards that.
From when the registrations are open,
how can those who are interested contact
you?
Entries will be open from mid-August to
October this year for the registration of
all films that wish to participate in the
festival. The minimum duration of the
films needed to participate is 1 minute.
The call will be announced on our facebook
page Panalandia Poor Film Festival
and instagram @panalandia. Also on the
official festival website www.panalandia.
info. Our email is fulanito@panalandia.
info.
What is your message to our youth who
want to pursue dreams like these?
My message is to give yourself permission
to be bold, to take risks, to learn by
doing and to adjust along the way. We
cannot wait for others to do things for
us.
How do you see yourself in 10 years?
As for PANALANDIA I am pleased with
the work done. Ideally it would be inside
the “Festival House” where people can go
to learn about telling stories through the
cinema, which is a point of convergence
to reveal ideas. It would have a Cinema
screening room with an alternative program,
animations from all over the world
and experimental cinema, and of course
panalandés cinema, with plenty of popcorn
and orange juice with raspadura.
Social Networks
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RELAXED OR N
BY ING. TANISHA SALAZAR D
Relaxed or Natural Curly? It’s a question
that about three years ago came to my
mind.
For over 15 years I had my hair relaxed.
Every two months I did touch-ups. If I did
not put rollers in (which I did not know how
to do on my own), I had to do blow-dry
since relaxed hair does not look very good
when it dries natural. But I was used to the
routine, so it was part of my life.
Why did this question came up? Because
one day I saw how beautiful my mother’s
curls were and I wondered how they would
look on me. So in 2014 I did my last relaxer
and started to do what is called the “Transition”,
which is when you start to let your
curls grow without cutting your relaxed
ends. During this period, you have both
types of hair on your head, until you decide
to make a “Big Chop” or “Great Cut”, which
is when you say goodbye to your relaxed
hair cutting everything that’s relaxed and
you say hello to your curls.
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What was this transition like? I decided to
start with the Transition because I liked
the length of my hair and I did not want to
make the Great Cut and wear it short. It was
a long journey, since keeping two types of
hair at the same time is not easy. Hair products
that worked with relaxed hair did not
work for curls as I liked and vice versa. I
learned in the middle of everything to take
care of all my hair, that is moisturizing,
strengthening, and combing it to keep it
healthy while going through the process.
It was exciting to see how the curls were
coming out but I could not see their shape
well, since the weight of relaxed hair did
not allow me to see its natural pattern.

ATURAL CUR-
E MENDOZA
Yes, it was difficult sometimes to find a suitable
hairstyle because of having different types
of hair that weren’t even the same. So during
the process for a while I did braids and I rested
during that time from worrying about what to
do with my hair.
After two years of transition, I did make the Big
Chop and I could see how beautiful the curls
were. I did not really know how they were
going to look since I had relaxed hair from very
young. After going through that long journey
and adventure, I now knew what products my
hair responded to, how I could comb my hair,
whether my hair was thin or thick, among other
things, and I was finally free of doing double
care. Even if you have and wear long hair, I
would not advise you to wait as long as I did to
do the Big Chop.
How is it now going with my natural hair? Well
I’m still learning to manage it, see what things
do well and what things mistreat it, but on the
inside, it has been well. It is a very versatile in
that it allows me to do different things. Although
not easy to keep it at the beginning and it
costs at first to treat due to not knowing how
to handle it, over time you become familiar and
comfortable and begin to discover a whole
new world for natural curly hair.
In this process I have been learning to love my
hair and that it is not that difficult to wear curly
hair. You also have to learn that each person’s
hair is different and you have to learn what is
best for you to show off your own great curls.
If you are thinking about it and still haven’t
made a decision, cheer up and try to take the
first step. Have that beautiful encounter with
your natural curly hair!
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ETHNICITIES
TOP 10 PLACES TO BY CHIC
AFRICAN FASHION ONLINE
BY NINNA OTTEY, B.A.
FOUNDER OF MENINA CONGO BLOG
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African prints, colors and style will never go out of style. I have mentioned
in these column, how to wear the Afro Chic style at different events, for
day by day or in formal events.
Many girls have asked us where they can get African Fabric Clothes, with
Ankara or Kente (the best known in the West) fabric. That is why we bring
you Top 10 of the best internet pages where you can get the most beautiful
dresses and accessories of African Fashion Style.
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MODA
ETHNICITIES
ZUVA
MULTI
KULTI
JEKKAH
If your style is more urban street style, this onl
This brand was founded in 2013 creating pie
fabrics designed and made in Gambia. For eve
contribute to the growth of this country. They
vary can range from $50.00- $90.00, dependin
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A
Created in 2013 by the talented American business-woman with Nigerian
roots, Kelechi Anyadiegwu. This is the most promising online shop page
on the market. Like a Cinderella story, she started her company with only
$500 bucks, and just last year alone it was estimated that she made more
than $2 million in sales. Girls, THIS IS THE PLACE! There are completely
modern pieces to carry all the time and excellent material. Zuvaa, which
means sunshine in the Shona language of Zimbwawe, sells pieces from
different designers. Prices range from $9.00 to $ 270. Also when it comes
to discounts, they are the best.
Izmir Henry, founder and designer of Multi Kulti, had a good idea to do headwraps.
And it all started when in 2014 she began to wear her hair naturally, and connect
to her Afro-descendant roots. When Izmir discovered ways to wear her hair, with
headbands, turbans / headwraps, she found the perfect business that fit her. She
created her instagram account in 2016 and from there Multi Kulti has not stopped.
This year, she created her website, where you can comfortably make your orders.
In addition, you have different tutorials to learn easy ways to wear the headwraps.
Prices vary depending on headwrap size, between $12.00-$25.00. Remember,
they are different collections by season. My recommendation is to follow her social
network daily to see what’s new.
ine shop is perfect for you!
ces with African Wax Print
ry purchase you make, you
are limited edition, prices
g on the model or clothing.
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MODA
ETHNICITIES
GRA
FIEL
ÖFUURË
Do not miss the next edition! I will be publishing the second part of this list and I
will be recommending more websites and designers from Panama. If you do not
know how to wear any of these pieces, read the previous edition of Ethnicities
Magazine September 2016. You won’t regret it. Click here to read it https://www.
yumpu.com/en/document/view/55940512/ethnicities-magazine-volume-3-september-issue/share/x/0/y/0/w/495/h/640/page/49
*Afro Chic Tip: measure yourself and double check the measurements before
buying an African design online – if unsure, size up so you can get it taken in to
custom fit your body!
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SS-
DS
This is the favorite website of many Afro fashion bloggers, as far as buying
dresses with Ankara fabrics may concerned. Personally, I can spend
hours reviewing this page and going crazy with each of the beauties they
have. For this store, the most important thing is quality, not quantity. Their
pieces are few and can run out in a blink of an eye. The fabrics they use
come from Benin, Cameroon and Nigeria, the best places for the production
of Ankara African Wax Print. In addition, the photo sessions to promote
the designs are SPECTACULAR. Prices are a bit higher, but worth
it. They can range from $75.00- $150.00. Check out their maxi skirts and
match sets!!!
This brand was created by the talented designer Telihah in April 2015. This brand
is an award-winning of African fashion. If you still have doubts about her genius,
you can check out the editorial of Nylon Magazine April 2017, starring Gabourey
Sidibe who wears this brand for that edition. A real #BlackGirlMagic! More than
an online shop, it is a well-positioned brand. She does collections by season, the
reason why her designs are ultra-exclusive. If you ask me, her dresses, both mini
and maxi are to die for, but their best market without a doubt are the swimwears.
The one piece, bikinis and even the matching kimonos you can shop. Their average
collection price ranges from $100.00-$300.00. It is one of the most expensive on
the list. However, when they have discount deals, they really know how to rock it.
You can find pieces up to 90% off!
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POETIC CORNER
IMMERSED IN THE SEAS
POEM
BY ROBERT GOODRICH, B.A.
From my beloved homeland
I try to hide my face
Not to see the evil that poisons
Every space, every corner of my country.
It hurts in the depths of my soul
To watch as we destroy each other
By politics and deceit
By lies and falsehoods
Without motive or reason.
Immersed in the seas of my country
I try to let the holy water wet my whole body
To fill me with new energies
Reborn as a new human being
Stronger and more courageous
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Before the adversities of life.
God gave me the happiness
To be born in a country embroidered
by the seas
A little piece of heaven
A melting pot of races.
Black, White, Chinese, Gunas
We all live together
In this country that’s ours
Where racism is felt again
In certain sectors
They have quickly forgotten
The history of this beautiful
beloved country.
We are all children of the wind
From the earth
Of the seas
Regardless of race, creed or nation
We are all children of God.
Enough of hypocrisy
Of lies and deceit
Let’s all dive in
In the seas of our country
Without lies, without deception
Without slander, without racism
Without discrimination
As what we are:
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This first year has been full
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Happy 1st Birthday.
Congratulations to its founders
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Best Wishes!
Author: Robert Allen Goodrich Valderrama
Panamá All rights reserved
June 2017.
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