Fierce Knots and Lines: A Mid-Month Love Letter (and Some Lessons)

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 might make your try of this style a little smoother:

Instead of thread, opt for those small stretchy rubber bands. Personally, I use black ones to match my hair — and yes, I carry them with me to the salon just in case. It helps keep the look clean, and makes it easier to handle those tiny changes when the style begins to age.

That tiny switch alone can make a big difference in how manageable this style becomes over time — especially if you're someone who likes to keep things neat without always going back to the salon.

But honestly, is that even a flaw? 🤔 Styles evolve with wear. Especially loc styles. That’s part of what makes them feel real and alive.

The beauty of Fierce Knots and Lines is that it’s easy to maintain and even easier to touch up. For the hands-on folks, it’s a style you can confidently DIY. A little edge wax, a few re-knots — and you're back to looking crisp.

If DIY isn’t for you, it’s still an easy fix. Just pop back in for a redo. It doesn’t take long at all, and that’s one of the things I really love about it —

it respects your time.
No sitting endlessly at the salon.

Honestly, I don’t think I’m alone here. A lot of us with locs just don’t have the patience for long salon days. Personally? I can't stand them. So finding styles that look great and don’t demand hours of sitting? Priceless.

Right now, I’m in my refresh phase — touching up edges with wax, securing knots here and there, and still loving how I look in this style.

👉 If you haven’t read my earlier post on this style, go catch up on it.
But here’s a little glimpse of the look👇


It’s the kind of look I’d choose for moments where I want to be seen and remembered.

This style holds presence. It says, “I’ve arrived.” Even on days when life feels quiet, Fierce Knots and Lines brings a kind of structured confidence I didn’t know I needed — until I wore it.

For the full vibe and more styles I’ve done (and pinned for inspiration), check out my Pinterest: shiku yganjo.

And before I go —
What’s your go-to loc style that you’d wear over and over until you finally have to switch it up?

Let’s talk in the comments.

Because for me?
Fierce Knots and Lines might just be that one.

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