Ruby Sampson Blog

  • The Recipe for a Collapsible Stilt Display

    Ruby Sampson was the family matriarch of 8 children in the small South American country Guyana. She was a seamstress who passed on her trade to ens...
  • Fall Favorites Featured in Essence

    This season, we're embracing texture by playing with some unconventional head wrap textiles: faux suede and velvet. A dual feature, these wraps als...
  • 3 Signs Your Hair Regimen is Not Working

        At some point in time, we’ve all grappled with frustration over our hair as we’ve stumbled through product after product; trying to find the ho...
  • 3 Innovative Black-Owned Products You Must Try

    This year’s Essence Fest and New Orleans Natural Hair Expo was a resurgence of black renaissance in a new form. Quite a different political landsca...
  • 7 Perfect Gifts for Summer Brides (for Under $100!)

    Weddings are one of the most joyous occasions couples experience, but the celebration doesn’t end once the wedding’s over.  As far as gifts go, su...
  • How to Tie the Perfect Head Wrap Top Knot

    Shop   There’s nothing more effortlessly elegant than donning a gorgeous head wrap. Failed twist out? Strapped for time? Not a problem. We crea...
  • 5 Protective Styles for When You Travel

    Between visiting friends and family and exploring new destinations, your summer travel plans are looking picture perfect. But there’s one super imp...
  • How to Instantly Spice Up 5 Spring Hairstyles

    There’s something about spring that awakens our desire to deep clean our lives and try new things. We hand picked five refreshing styles that will ...
  • 3 Tips That Will Change Your Wash Days Forever

    There’s nothing like having a fresh, clean head of natural hair. The work it takes to wash your hair, however, is another story.  Between the clea...
  • 5 Spring Trends You’ll Actually Want to Wear

    Spring has officially begun, and we’re so ready to step out of our winter wear and step into some easy, breezy threads. Classic pieces are must-hav...
  • Women’s Month: Why We Celebrate Viola Just as Much as Michelle

    This month, we honor and salute women like you because all of our stories and voices matter.  Viola Davis, the first Black actress to win an Oscar,...
  • 7 Epic Natural Hairstyles You Haven’t Tried Yet

    It’s no surprise that women with natural hair are insanely creative. However, sometimes fresh, creative styles are lost in a sea of braidouts and t...