As a young girl, I definitely struggled with knowing what to do with my hair. I was just in a neighborhood that had mostly white people, and the hair norm was long and sleek and straight. My hair naturally was curly, and I didn't have that many references. Jillian Hervey curlygirlhair share on social
I think I'm confident because I'm free, I challenge myself, and I stick to what I do. Jillian Hervey challengeconfidentfree Change image and share on social
Once I learned that some hydrating oil or cream was good for my hair, I thought I should use a lot. So I poured practically a bottle on my head once and learned real fast that more isn't always better. I was so greasy, and it ruined my texture! Jillian Hervey bottlecreamfast share on social
I feel like my Lion Babe look is an embellishment of my everyday look - it's definitely more extravagant and more artistic. Jillian Hervey artisticbabeembellishment Change image and share on social
I always think about how Chaka Khan used to take suede, all these classic fabrics, and then make them very movable. She's my everything! Jillian Hervey chakaclassicfabric Change image and share on social
It was always important to me to be confident and strong with myself. It didn't happen overnight, but I've learned that the only way you can start to control things is if you feel a certain way about yourself. Jillian Hervey confidentcontrolfeel share on social
When I first started Lion Babe, I wore a lot of denim to perform in because I had a limited closet. A lot of the time, I was in cutoff shorts - either dark or light denim - and then I would pair them with whatever top I had. Jillian Hervey babeclosetcutoff share on social
I love a lot of the '70s singers: Pam Grier from the 'Foxy Brown' movie, Diana Ross, Tina Turner. They've always been able to embrace their hair, and they've never been afraid to take risks and go all out and make it thick and fun and a statement at the same time. Jillian Hervey 70safraidbrown share on social
I don't think there's anything wrong with a little sweat. I'm always moving, so it's normal for me, and it actually makes my curly hair better because it gives it a bit more texture and volume. Jillian Hervey bitecurlyhair Change image and share on social
I can't leave anywhere without making my bed; it's ingrained. Jillian Hervey bedingrainleave Change image and share on social
