Photo CreditHey guys! So as I mentioned in yesterday's Sunday Cuteness post, Willow Smith, the 9 year old daughter of Will and Jada Pinkett Smith, has been blowing up the airways with her new single, Whip My Hair. When I first heard the song, I was blown away at the maturity of her voice. She sounded like a girl nearly twice her age! It is her 'mature' look, however, that has tongues wagging most.
We all remember when the half-shaved head came into rotation. Some embraced the look and some thought it was just plain silly. But when Willow Smith showed up with both sides of her head shaved, people began to ask whether or not it was appropriate for a girl of her age. Some people thought it was just too grown for a little girl. As time passed, Willow's been taking more chances with fashion and accessorizing her new hair with colorful ensembles and braided extensions. I have my own opinion about this but I really want to invite yours here first.
Some people may say that what she is doing is awesome because in an industry that usually tends to manufacture and churn out one look (long weave, tight skimpy clothes), little Willow is creating her own style. Her mom even said on Oprah that she was glad Willow's beauty didn't depend on the length of her hair. Others, however, might feel that she is just too young to take such liberties with her hair and clothes and that she should be dressed in a manner more appropriate for a 9-year old.
So, what's your opinion? Do you like the look, the fact that she is possibly setting a new standard for what Black girls (heck all girls!) can look like and do? Or, do you agree with those who think it's a bit too much for a kid? Weigh in!