As a teen, every major moment was preempted by a torturous, hours-long hair-straightening session. Sleek, silky strands made me feel prettier. And the truth is, I was completely clueless about how to deal with my curls! When they weren't flatironed… — Elaine Welteroth Copy Share Image
The thing about spending a lifetime under a long, bushy cloud of curls is that people naturally began associating me with my hair. — Elaine Welteroth Copy Share Image
I had the chance to learn from some really talented people who have taught me a lot. — Elaine Welteroth Copy Share Image
I don't think young people are prepared for the moment of reckoning at the end of college - if you even go to college… — Elaine Welteroth Copy Share Image
Any major hair change comes with unpredictable and often unfiltered reactions. — Elaine Welteroth Copy Share Image
I read everything, but particularly, growing up in a household where my mom was black and my dad was white, I remember really loving… — Elaine Welteroth Copy Share Image
I always love stopping by to see what Marc Jacobs has. I will buy pieces from Bergdorf or Barneys and then hit up Zara… — Elaine Welteroth Copy Share Image
It's fun to sniff and slather on beauty products, but the end goal is finding what appeals most to 'Teen Vogue' readers and reporting… — Elaine Welteroth Copy Share Image
Gotta admit, it's kind of nice being surrounded by amazing beauty products 24/7. — Elaine Welteroth Copy Share Image
We don't see ourselves as liberal or conservative. We consider ourselves an outlet that addresses the issues that matter the most to our audience. — Elaine Welteroth Copy Share Image
I think my style is a mix of quirky, eclectic, bright, and fun, with a really sophisticated feminine silhouette. — Elaine Welteroth Copy Share Image
