We had the good fortune of connecting with Miss Q and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Miss, we’d love for you to start things off by telling us something about your industry that we and others not in the industry might be unaware of?
One thing about the hair industry that outsiders might not know is the level of customization that goes into creating high-quality wigs and hairpieces. For instance, when making a wig, each strand of hair is often hand-tied to a lace base, which allows for a natural look and feel. This process can be incredibly time-consuming and requires a high level of skill. Even synthetic wigs can be incredibly realistic these days, thanks to advancements in fiber technology and styling techniques. It’s fascinating to see how much detail and craftsmanship goes into these pieces!

Can you give our readers an introduction to your business? Maybe you can share a bit about what you do and what sets you apart from others?
“I’m thrilled to share the story of Beautiful Rebel Hair, a venture that has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life since its inception in 2015. What sets us apart is our commitment to not only delivering exceptional hair styling services using the latest techniques, but also empowering our clients with knowledge about our proprietary product line.

One of the proudest moments of my career was launching Beautiful Rebel Hair University in 2022, which offers comprehensive wig education courses both online and in-person across the US. Our courses are designed to equip aspiring beauty professionals with the tools and expertise they need to succeed, including products, tool kits, and e-books.

Building Beautiful Rebel Hair to this point hasn’t been without its challenges, but the journey has been worth it. A key lesson I’ve learned along the way is the importance of laying a solid foundation and having a clear business plan. Registering my business with the state has proven to be a game-changer, offering valuable perks that have supported my growth. I’m committed to continuous learning and staying ahead in the industry, always looking for ways to innovate and improve.”

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
Here are some popular Black-owned bars and food spots in Houston:

# Restaurants
– *Taste Bar + Kitchen*: A modern restaurant in Midtown serving global comfort food with creative twists, along with specialty cocktails. Try their Lavendar Blueberry Margarita or Jerk Paloma (3015 Bagby St, Houston, TX 77006, 832-487-9958)
– *Lucille’s*: A Museum District institution serving Southern classics with a modern spin. Don’t miss their Famous Chili Biscuits and Butcher Burger (5512 La Branch St, Houston, TX 77004, 713-568-2505)
– *Glazed: The Doughnut Cafe*: A sweet spot in Braeswood offering creative donuts, sandwiches, and burgers served in donuts (1333 Old Spanish Trail, Ste E 1333, Houston, TX 77054, 346-718-2846)
– *Onion Creek Cafe*: A popular Heights restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch with dishes like 6th Street Migas Verde and Italian Goat pizza (3106 White Oak Dr, Houston, TX 77007, 713-880-0706)
– *Gatlin’s BBQ*: A family-owned BBQ joint with multiple locations serving mouthwatering meats and sides (3510 Ella Blvd, Houston, TX 77018, 713-869-4227)
– *Frenchy’s Chicken*: A Houston staple serving crispy fried chicken, buttery biscuits, and dirty rice (4646 Scott St, Houston, TX 77004, 713-748-2233)

# Bars
– *Lost & Found*: A Midtown bar and restaurant offering craft cocktails like the Golden Cadillac and indulgent plates like the Cheesy Crawfish Turkey Burger (160 W Gray, Houston, TX 77019, 832-649-3050)
– *Olive + Twist Bar and Kitchen*: An Upper Kirby bar serving creative cocktails and international-inspired plates (2712 Richmond Ave, Houston, TX 77098, 713-434-6048)

# Other Recommendations
– *The Breakfast Klub*: A Midtown institution serving iconic chicken and waffles, catfish and grits (3711 Travis St, Houston, TX 77002, 713-528-8561)
– *Hank’s Ice Cream Parlor*: A sweet spot in Braeswood serving ultra-creamy ice cream (9291 S Main St, Houston, TX 77025, 713-665-5103)
– *Soul Food Vegan*: A Midtown restaurant offering vegan soul food options like Fried Mushrooms and Jambalaya (2901 Emancipation Ave, Houston, TX 77004, 713-429-4388) ¹

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
I would love to give a special shout out to a partner that I have collaborated with many times. Tedhair Factory They have provided Hair extentions and Wigs for each student enrolled in my Courses. Their hair quality is amazing and great for sew-ins,custom wigs and now they provide k-tips and quality tape-ins.

Website: https://Beautifulrebelhair.etsy.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautifulrebelhair?igsh=MXdyazQ4N3AyaHdweQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086199775815&mibextid=LQQJ4d

Other: https://Beautifulrebelhair.as.me

Image Credits
Quaron Mallory, Berry Dynamic

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