So last week, we offered Tristate Fashion Bomb Readers the chance to win a new hairstyle, courtesy of Noël New York.
After much deliberation, the stylists at Noël New York and I have decided upon the following six finalists:
Who should win the top prize?
You decide…
1. Richelle
Staten Island native Richelle says, “I’m an aspiring PR rep who is always on the go and I have natural hair.”
” Since I have no idea what to do with it, I just slap on wigs and weaves, leave my hair alone, and go. Help!”
2. Arlene
Avid reader and commenter Arlene aka Kitty B submitted for the contest! She wrote, ” I’m more than certain once you ladies see these pictures you’ll see I’m in desperate need of a hair makeover. I have had the same hairstyle and color since I was 21, I’m now 28 (long time). Everytime I say I’m ready to make a change to my hair I chicken out BIG TIME!”
” When I saw the post for this contest I knew I had to jump on it. I’m also extremely self conscious when it comes to my…um how do you say…forehead size…I really need a style that suits me, my head, and gives me that boost!”
3. Dorothy
Dorothy’s roommate Latrica actually submitted her pix, with Latrica saying, “ I love her to death, but she has the newly natural problem of what to do with a TWA, not to mention there are a couple of different textures competing in her head. So this would be an awesome prize for her to win… it beats me cutting off random straight strands out of her hair. “
4. Jessica
Jessica says, ” I recently was laid off from my job along with 15 other people from my office. I am in a slump and think a makeover is what I need to bring me back to life!!!”
5. Anim
Anim types, “I hope you consider me for this contest because I’m constantly going back and forth between braids and full weaves. I would love to rock my hair in a gorgeous, fresh and new style!”
6. Sheena
Lastly, Sheena says, “I would love to get a chance to get my hair styled at Noel salon in Brooklyn, NY. I am natural, have not permed my hair since 2009, and I have constant issues with styling, moisture, and maintaining the health of my hair. Please help! Thank you!!”
Ok! Who do you think should win this fabulous hair and makeup makeover?
January 29, 2013 1:11 pm
I’d say either Sheena or Arlene! I would love to see how these women look madeover.
January 29, 2013 1:25 pm
I vote for Jessica because I would love for the makeover to give her the necessary confidence to get back into the workforce.
January 29, 2013 2:19 pm
Jessica, because getting laid off sucks
January 29, 2013 2:24 pm
I voted Arlene, Her post had me craking up! So cute. Her hair is at a good length, I would love to see how her hair is tranformed.
January 29, 2013 2:26 pm
It came down to Jessica & Sheena. The other ladies just need to check out youtube for help from the “naturalista crew” to whip their hair into shape. Sheena needs help but Jessica needs a pick me up like @Taj said so she got my vote.
January 29, 2013 2:28 pm
My vote is for Arlene, I too have the “Rihanna complex”. Would love to see what they do for her.
January 29, 2013 2:37 pm
Oh, this is tragic. Whichever five don’t win I’m keeping them in my prayers.
January 29, 2013 2:38 pm
I think Arlene deserves it!
January 29, 2013 2:43 pm
I am voting for Jessica. i want her to win it so bad. Something about this girl that seems sincere. I think that the makeover will really help her out.
second, Richelle
I have to say that going natural is not for everyone but there are so many you tubers out there doing great job teaching natural sistas how to care for their hair.
January 29, 2013 2:44 pm
I feel like the other girls just dont know what to do with their hair. If they watched some hair styling videos they could figure it out but Ms. Jessica def needs a bit of edge to her hair.
January 29, 2013 2:45 pm
My vote is for Jessica- being laid off ain’t easy. I hope she finds a new position soon!
January 29, 2013 2:51 pm
Arlene!
January 29, 2013 2:51 pm
Please give it to Arlene because that Top knot is dreadful!
January 29, 2013 2:59 pm
JESSICA!
January 29, 2013 3:03 pm
SMH, ARLENE PLEASE!!
January 29, 2013 3:14 pm
Jessica! New hair for a fresh start
January 29, 2013 3:15 pm
Jessica!!!!
January 29, 2013 3:16 pm
i was thinking arlene before i saw sheena’s ends…can we send them both?
January 29, 2013 3:18 pm
Can’t wait to see your makeover Arlene =]
January 29, 2013 3:20 pm
Would definitely say Sheena, for sure. She has a sweet face.
January 29, 2013 3:28 pm
Sheena. I agree w| busayo, she looks sweet
January 29, 2013 3:31 pm
I voted Arlene, but Sheena was a close 2nd. I ultimately went with Arlene because she looks much older than her 28 years. Hopefully a hair makeover will liven her up!
January 29, 2013 3:33 pm
The rest of those women need to just do their hair. lol. They don’t need a makeover.
January 29, 2013 3:33 pm
Can you send one natural and one other. I was all set to vote for Richele b/c our hairs and problems are similar and I’d love to see what Noel can do with her hair. But Jessica seem to need it more. Hope she gets the makeover and a job :)
January 29, 2013 3:40 pm
I voted ‘Jessica’.
Looks like the other ladies are either just lazy with their hair or need a simple trim.
January 29, 2013 3:41 pm
All of them.
January 29, 2013 4:15 pm
I vote Jessica.
She’s the only who I think would benefit the most from a “hair over”.
January 29, 2013 4:40 pm
LOL…. Give it to them all, they all need it!!!
January 29, 2013 4:47 pm
I vote Jessica! All the rest of beautiful lovely ladies problems can be fixed as mention through youtube hair videos, hair boards/forums, books and going to a local salon for a quick wash and style in their area. To me Jessica needs a bit of a jumpstart after the lay off because the job market and search is a b*tch still!
January 29, 2013 4:47 pm
Jessica or Sheena
January 29, 2013 4:48 pm
ARLENE!!!
January 29, 2013 4:51 pm
@Brittany I agree, Arlene won my vote.
January 29, 2013 5:04 pm
I think Sheena should get the makeover. Her ends are terrible and her hair doesn’t look healthy. Plus she does look sweet. Hope you win!
January 29, 2013 5:16 pm
I vote Sheena!!
January 29, 2013 5:17 pm
Sheena!
January 29, 2013 5:32 pm
Sheena hope you win
January 29, 2013 5:38 pm
I hate when only one gets to win ugh! good luck ladies!!!
January 29, 2013 5:43 pm
Arlene made me giggle, good luck girly!
January 29, 2013 6:15 pm
Arlene or Sheena. For jessica, nothing a lil sewn-in can’t fix. :-/
January 29, 2013 7:42 pm
I voted for Sheena but I wanted to vote for Arlene as well. I think the other girls could handle it on their own.
January 29, 2013 8:10 pm
I vote Sheena!
January 29, 2013 8:18 pm
Yay! Sheena is in the lead..my vote is for her b/c she’s already working with something but needs the guidance to set her look totally off. I think her make-over will be amazing. I hope you win lady!
January 29, 2013 9:51 pm
I vote Sheena, her hair is dry and broken , she has something to work with , pretty face and all! Vote Sheena! !
January 29, 2013 10:25 pm
Arlene won my vote. Nice length hair, there’s a lot to work with! I feel her transformation would be definitely be something!
January 29, 2013 10:29 pm
Yes Ladies, I had to vote me lol, thanks for the support keep voting plz!!
January 29, 2013 10:57 pm
I’m going to vote for myself as well, I really do need the help I have no clue what I should do to my hair. I need the prayers keep em coming! Lol
January 29, 2013 11:44 pm
Definitely Sheena!!!
January 29, 2013 11:59 pm
i guess I’ll vote for myself, I really need it to, and since im aspiring I need the boost to help jump start my career as well!.. (=
January 30, 2013 12:05 am
I am Richelle btw! so vote for me, as you can clearly see, I need it the most, i mean, look at my hair! lol I want to rid myself of weaves but my natural hair is #TheStruggle lol
January 30, 2013 5:47 am
Sheena.
January 30, 2013 6:53 am
I vote Jessica! She can really use a boost of confidence. Hopefully she gets a job soon.
January 30, 2013 7:21 am
Jessica.a make over will definately lift her up.the others can do with the the hair blogs and you tube channels.
January 30, 2013 8:35 am
Hi ladies!
We all know who I voted for, of course. I have had so much trouble with my hair for years even using blogs, different hairstylists who made my hair break off, and I’ve just gotten so fed up. That’s why I entered this contest. It would mean so much to me if I won and I really do wish we could all win. Good luck ladies! You all are beautiful women and deserve the very best! xo Sheen
January 30, 2013 9:58 am
For ANIM case its actually not bad giving your hair breaks with the braids and weave, just make sure you take the time to treat your own hair too… I think you look the best compare to all the other ladies
My Vote is for Jessica… Best of Luck
January 30, 2013 10:11 am
I voted for Arlene because she’s too young to be looking like that (not trying to be mean) I think she deserves this make-over to spice her up a little and bring out that beautiful face & hair.
Sheena girl there are so much youtube women who makes videos on natural hair care and styles. NO EXCUSE really. If you don’t have time to keep up with your natural hair maybe it’s not for you !
I learned so much from watching youtube videos, you should do the same and I guarantee you, you’ll see a difference in your hair
VOTE FOR ARLENE EVERYONE.
Everyone else just need a hair cut or nice weave !
January 30, 2013 10:35 am
Richelle! 1) she has natural hair ..underneath it all ;-)
2) as a PR rep, and always on the go, winning this contest will be the icing on the cake
3) she’s gorgeous!!
January 30, 2013 10:38 am
I say vote for Sheena. She seems sweet and genuine in her desire and effort to improve her hair.
I’m sure all the ladies can benefit from youtube videos and tutorials. So there is really NO EXCUSE for anyone @CHRISSYROC so please stop being judgmental.
They all deserve a fair shot. Good luck to you all!
January 30, 2013 10:43 am
Richelle
January 30, 2013 11:03 am
I think they all can use some help but I’ll have to go w/ Richelle on this one!! Looking at all the other finalist hair hers looks the worst. Not only does her hair look dry and fried, that poor child looks like she doesn’t even know what to do w/ it. YIKES!!!
January 30, 2013 11:12 am
I think they all can use some help but I’ll have to go w/ Richelle on this one!! Looking at all the other finalist hair hers looks the worst. Not only does her hair look dry and fried, that poor child looks like she doesn’t even know what to do w/ it!!!
January 30, 2013 12:18 pm
I vote Sheena , she could clearly benefit the most from the make-over ! Good luck to the rest !
January 30, 2013 12:42 pm
@Lisa I’m not being judgmental at all. That my opinion and suggestion for her
Thank you :)
January 30, 2013 1:04 pm
Sheena or Jessica. Arlene, go to your nearest salon and ask for a new do.
January 30, 2013 4:05 pm
I voted Sheena! She could use it and she seems like a nice girl!
Good luck!
January 30, 2013 5:52 pm
Richelle because that fro needs controlling
January 30, 2013 7:17 pm
Sheena, because she would do great with a new look and help with those regrettable ends.
January 30, 2013 8:23 pm
Arlene, because she looks 10yrs older then her age and a new look is definitely what she needs, good luck girl!
January 30, 2013 10:44 pm
Arlene gets my vote.
January 31, 2013 9:07 am
Sheena gets my vote!