Discovering Locs by Shiku Yganjo

“This month, I’m not retwisting. I’m just resting.” I can call this a Freeform July because this is the month where my locs will be free. I've chosen not to manipulate, force, or control too much — not my hair, not my time, not even how things unfold. I’m in a freeform season , and it’s not just about my locs. What Freeform Means to Me Now “This is not a hairstyle. It’s a soft revolution.” Freeform isn’t just a hair set — it’s a mindset . It’s showing up without polishing everything. It’s trusting that I can still be beautiful, powerful, and enough, even when things aren’t tightly done. And ideally, even in my life, that’s where I’m at. Yes, I’m letting my locs grow without a retwist — but deeper than that, I’m letting life grow on its own terms too. The Rhythm of My Days “Peace begins in the mirror.” I start my mornings slowly. Freeform asks that of you — to slow down. No heavy planning. Just a light moment of stillness. Skincare. Mirror tim...

There’s something powerful about trusting that the right things will reach you at the right time. That’s the energy behind this space — and now, you can stay connected more intentionally. Every time I share a new loc style, post a moment from this journey, or reflect on African beauty and identity, it can land directly in your inbox. 💌 How to Subscribe It’s simple and quick: Go to the Subscribe Page 🖊️ Or Join the Email Loc List Here (Your email stays private. No spam, just intentional posts.) 🖤 Why This Matters This blog is not just about hairstyles. It’s about healing, structure, culture, confidence, and quiet rebellion. If you’ve been reading silently, or you’re new here — welcome. I see you. And I invite you to stay connected in a way that feels grounded, calm, and personal. To every soul who joins this email list — thank you. I appreciate your presence. 🖤 We keep going.

Currently, my mind is a little scattered. But I still wanted to sit here and write something — anything — because it’s been a while. Let’s talk about my current loc style: Fierce Bantu Knots with Lines . I had them done around the 10th of June , so we’re now at that perfect point — not brand new, but still holding on — which makes it the right time to reflect honestly on the style. And truth be told? I’m still very much in love with it . No hesitation. I’d do it again and again. That said, after living in the style for a couple of weeks, I’ve noticed a small thing: the Bantu knots, which were threaded , started to lose their form a bit from the usual pulling of clothes over my head. With time, I found myself needing to fix them more often. Now, I’ve never claimed to be a pro — but I know my way around my own hair. And something clicked. Maybe threading isn’t the best route if you want flexibility to tweak and refresh the knots on your own. So here’s something that m...

There are some styles that feel like decoration. Cute. Fun. Trendy. But then there are others — like this one — that feel like armor. That week, I didn’t want distractions. I didn’t want flyaways, frizz, or fuss. I wanted silence on my scalp and stillness in my spirit. And that’s exactly what the Flat Twist Crown gave me. I had taken a long break from styling — no retwists, no gel, no tight grips. Just freeform days and letting my hair do what it wanted. No mirrors. No edges laid. Just breath and rest. But when I finally walked into the salon, I knew I wanted to feel… gathered. Collected. Without losing myself in the process. The stylist listened. She worked with care, not rush. I explained what I envisioned — even showed a reference from a Pinterest post I had pinned months before. The idea: a crown made from my own hair. Clean lines. No loose strands. Nothing touching my face. I was trying to lock in — mentally and emotionally. I needed...

Locs + Photography: A Turnaround For a long time, I wasn’t proud of the photos I was taking for this blog. I had told myself I wasn’t aiming for perfection — and that was true — but deep down, I still felt the disconnect. The photos didn’t reflect the energy I carried into my styles. They didn’t capture the essence. And I kept posting anyway, until one morning, I just… stopped. I deleted everything. Not out of anger — but clarity. I remembered: this is my journey. Not a competition. Not a magazine shoot. Just me, showing what I love, how I like it. I didn’t need approval — I needed alignment. So I paused the randomness, all those scattered posts, and made a choice to change the story. To finally feel fulfilled , I had to honor my own standard. And that meant one thing: I had to learn how to take better photos myself. No big crew. No studio. No expensive gear. Just me. So I began sampling — testing angles, trying light, moving...

Hi, I’m Shiku Yganjo , and this is where I document the evolving story of my hair — in all its textures, moods, and meanings. I started this blog because my hair isn’t just something I do. It’s a journey I’m on. Every style, every loc, every twist carries a piece of me — how I’m feeling, what I’m thinking, and where I’m going. This space is raw and real. Some styles are bold. Some are minimal. Some come from pain. Others from joy. But all of them are mine. And maybe, they’ll speak to you too. 💡 What You'll Find Here Personal reflections around each hairstyle Clean, minimal loc styling Stories behind why I chose a style — not just how Thoughts on African beauty, identity, and freedom 📌 Where Are the Photos?  ➡️ Check them out here: @shikuyganjo on Pinterest That’s where you’ll find the visual story — from the Fierce Knots and Lines to the Flat Twist Crown and beyond. All styles are posted there, and it’s updated as I go.But for now here's a glimps...