Black people receive a lot of flack for publicly wearing bonnets, so I don’t want to be insensitive. I have severe sensory issues and things like satin, silk, etc are the only safe materials for my head.
Edit: will wear something different. I am just doing my best to not be culturally insensitive. I will look for a different style of hats; this question is about appropriation.
It’s more of an European middle ages thing I guess? So no, it wouldn’t be “cultural insensitive”. Or I’m thinking about the wrong headgear.
This kind of bonnet? I think you can do it
Idl what that type of bonnet is technically called.
I’m going to guess baby bonnet?
IMO, it’s only cultural appropriation if you’re making a shit ton of money off of something you copied from another culture, while the people from that culture that are involved with thing aren’t.
People who get pissed at White people for having dreads are idiots. Same for a Mexican wearing a kilt. Grow up and let people dress how they want.
If you like it, wear a bonnet.
it’s only cultural appropriation if you’re making a shit ton of money off of something you copied from another culture
Or something that is ceremonial and is being used out of context is a common complaint. Tho most traditional clothing also has a party associated with it, so really just make a good judgement.
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Interestingly one of the few times I ever got pulled over was when I was on my way back from helping someone with yardwork and had my hair bundled up in a scarf so it didn’t get nasty. It was so weird the cop actually apologized for pulling me over then drove off really suddenly. I definitely grew up in one of ‘those’ areas so I think he really did pull me over and was like ‘wait shit you’re white abort ABORT’ which is so funny because like. I just do what works culture means very little to me.
White dad with a black daughter here–you should be fine, but if you’re concerned, read up or watch videos to understand bonnets in black culture so that you can speak to it if someone ever brings it up. A simple, “yeah I don’t have textured hair, it’s a sensory thing for me” should clarify any confusion.
That you even feel the need to ask this is absolute insanity.
Oh. This is no stupid questions. FML. I’ll save my jokes.
No. It’s not offensive.
The racism doesn’t happen on your head.
The racism happens when you make such decisions in your questions and statements:
“me … a white person”
I usually have my hair wrapped when I go outside after washing it. Never met anyone who cared.
Do you and what’s best for your health. You can’t please everyone. When it comes to some things, if people can’t understand, it’s their problem, not yours.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bonnet_(headgear) i was picturing the lady in the first picture, but futher searching revealed i was wrong. Hope some other people understand the situation more for you.
This should be higher
I… don’t understand the question as a concept to start with. Can you explain more of what you mean?
I don’t see problem wearing that kinda showercap looking bonnets - but I would definitely look for different styles for myself. Because I don’t care for that look, and not because I think it is racially patented.
It’s fine as long as it has a floral pattern and you swear on it when threatening people.
I see what you did there!
