African-inspired head wraps evoke pride rooted in history

With a series of twists, turns and tucks, Yasmine Abellard transforms a rectangular piece of African fabric into a pompadour-like wrap atop her head.

She pairs the black and white patterned wrap with a simple black jumpsuit.

“It makes be feel bold, fearless, fierce,” she said.

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This story was originally published July 9, 2015 at 4:13 PM with the headline "African-inspired head wraps evoke pride rooted in history."