Thankfully, 'Helmet Hair' Hairstyle Mandates Are Starting To Fade At Work
- 6 years ago
Your appearance matters at work. People are sizing you up, and sizing you down.
According to Business Insider, it's particularly true for women--and their hairstyles.
Linking smooth, straight hair to looking "professional" is influenced by both gender and racial stereotypes.
But more and more black women broadcasters have been wearing natural hair on air recently.
Viewers may look to on-air reporters as style and beauty icons, so this shift can be especially valuable.
According to Business Insider, it's particularly true for women--and their hairstyles.
Linking smooth, straight hair to looking "professional" is influenced by both gender and racial stereotypes.
But more and more black women broadcasters have been wearing natural hair on air recently.
Viewers may look to on-air reporters as style and beauty icons, so this shift can be especially valuable.