Beauty

5 Beauty Lessons We Learned From The Iconic Dolly Parton

‘Never ignore your roots, your home, or your hair.’

Published on August 26, 2026

Hair Is Always Part of the Story

Parton’s towering wigs were more than a look. She leaned on the over-the-top hair pieces to transform into one of the most recognizable women in entertainment. She was also very open about convenience, consistency, and creativity she was able to achieve with wigs.

Hair is rarely just hair. It can carry identity, memory, protection and transformation. It helps tell the world who we are before we say a word.

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Stephenetta (isis) Harmon

Stephenetta Harmon is a Black beauty editor, curator, and digital media and communications expert who builds platforms to celebrate the power, impact, and business of Black beauty. Prior to founding Sadiaa Black Beauty Guide, she served as editor-in-chief for the MN Spokesman-Recorder and digital media director for Hype Hair. Find her at stephenetta.com.