After becoming a single dad, Darious Bland created a workshop entitled Can Daddy Do My Hair that's teaching fathers tips and tricks surrounding styling and maintaining their daughters hair.
The events are held in Hunstsville, Alabama and cater to fathers with daughters between the ages of three to 10-years old. Dads attend the classes with their little ones, where they can practice flat twists, bantu knots, braiding and other techniques for styling black hair, in addition to maintenance advice. According to Bland, most fathers in the workshop don't understand "the frustration that mothers have to go through while doing their daughters’ hair,” and he hopes that these classes will help prepare men for the challenging task.
This dad-focused event has inspired others around the world and was even noticed by the health and wellness guru, Khembe Clarke, who hosted a similar event in England.
Image Credit: Can Daddy Do My Hair via Facebook
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Dad-focused Hair Workshops
- Opportunity for workshops that teach fathers how to style and maintain their daughters' hair.
- Single Dad Support
- Potential for support groups and resources focused on helping single dads navigate parenting challenges, including hair care.
- Growing Demand for Dad-friendly Services
- Emerging market for products and services that cater to the needs and interests of fathers, including hair care education.
Sectors Adopting This
- Haircare and Beauty
- Haircare brands and salons can develop specialized products and services targeting fathers who want to learn how to style their daughters' hair.
- Education and Training
- Opportunity for education and training providers to offer specialized programs for fathers interested in learning how to style and maintain their daughters' hair.
- Parenting Services
- Parenting organizations and support networks can offer resources and workshops specifically designed for single fathers looking to enhance their hair care skills.
