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Amira Rasool is a freelance writer, content creator and entrepreneur currently based in Cape Town, South Africa. She has worked with several notable publications including: Vogue, Teen Vogue, i-D Magazine, V Magazine, Women's Wear Daily (WWD), The FADER, Marie Claire South Africa, Milk.XYZ, and more.

Her choice of content focuses primarily on fashion, travel, music, visual arts and social justice. As a frequent traveler, Amira maintains a personal blog and Youtube page where she documents her t…

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The Nigerian Fashion Scene Is On Fire: See The Best Runway Looks From LFDW 2017

The Nigerian Fashion Scene Is On Fire: See The Best Runway Looks From LFDW 2017

Last week, Lagos Fashion & Design Week offered some seriously inspiring sartorial moments. The elaborate four…

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15 Protective Hairstyles That Are Practical, Versatile, and Seriously Chic

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By Amira Rasool, Christina Perrier Verified, Jennifer Hussein Verified
| InStyle Verified
Micro braids like Doechii's are a gorgeous choice for a protective style. Credit: Getty Images Protective styles offer those with textured hair styling options that are low-maintenance. They cut down on styling time and, as the name suggests, shield hair from damage. From box braids to cornrows, these celeb-inspired styles work for any texture or length.
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14 Stunning Protective Hairstyles That Maintain Hair Health Original

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By Amira Rasool, Christina Perrier Verified
| InStyle Verified
Protective styles offer those with textured hair styling options that are low-maintenance. They cut down on styling time and, as the name suggests, shield hair from damage. From box braids to cornrows, these celeb-inspired styles work for any texture or length. For those with textured hair, protective styles are a popular way to wear your tresses in general or when transitioning. Not to mention, they're incredibly beneficial for maintaining hair health and length.
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The Importance of Black Wellness Influencers Cannot Be Overstated

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By Amira Rasool
| Glamour Verified
There was a period in my life when I was seeing a white therapist. I was 21, stressed about my first full-time fashion-magazine job, and I’d started experiencing an increase in anxiety attacks. She wasn’t my first choice, not even my second, but almost all the Black female therapists I reached out to did not accept my insurance or any insurance.
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