Imagine moving in with your significant other and discovering that something as simple as a hair bonnet could cause a rift in your relationship. That’s exactly what happened to a 20-year-old woman who’s been wearing a hair bonnet to protect her thick, curly hair since she was 12. ♀️ But when her girlfriend saw her wearing it, she accused her of appropriating black culture and demanded she stop wearing it! Let’s dive into this hair-raising conflict.
Hair Bonnet Drama Begins

Girlfriend’s Disapproval

The Accusation

Defending the Bonnet ️

Girlfriend Stands Firm

Dirty Looks and Silence

Ultimatum Issued ⚖️

Seeking Resolution ️

A Tough Conversation

Autism and Understanding

Considering a Break

Bonnet from Black-Owned Business ️

Girlfriend’s Change of Heart ❤️

A Step Forward

A Hair Bonnet Resolution?
After a tough conversation and some research, the girlfriend finally seems to understand the purpose of the hair bonnet and admits she was too harsh. Although they’ve made progress, the woman suspects there might be deeper issues at play. ️♀️ Will their relationship survive this hair bonnet drama? Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation…
Bonnets are for whoever needs them, not just one culture.

Debate on cultural appropriation sparks ‘woke knighting’ accusation

NTA, girlfriend’s white savior complex ignites cultural appropriation debate

Hair bonnets for all! NTA comment sparks inclusive debate

Cultural hair coverings for sleep spark debate. NTA wins.

Debate over wearing hair bonnets sparks accusations of racism

Protecting your hair is important regardless of race. Support Black-owned businesses. NTA

White girl defends using black hair products and silk bonnet. NTA.

Debate over hair bonnets and cultural appropriation gets heated.

Debate over cultural references in NTA comment and replies.

Bonnet debate ends with a cheeky reply

Wearing a hair bonnet is NTA, despite girlfriend’s confusion

White girl defends wearing headscarf to bed, NTA

Support for not being the a**hole in a woke debate

Defending hair bonnets: NTA, cultural appropriation requires intent.

Debate over white girl using bonnet for hair sparks controversy

Breaking down the gatekeeping of hair products by race

Interracial couple wears matching hair bonnets to bed

Commenter defends girl’s actions, calls her ‘not the a**hole’
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Defending hair bonnets and calling out red flags in relationship

Sleep bonnets aren’t exclusive to any race

A couple’s lack of sleepover experience sparks surprise and discussion

Defending cultural autonomy in hair care choices.

Defending hair bonnets as a normal and necessary accessory.

Cultural ownership is garbage, anyone can wear what they want

POC praised for haircare skills, roommate accused of racism

Breaking hair stereotypes with a bonnet

POC friends approve of hair bonnet, NTA

Protective hair bonnets aren’t a fashion statement, NTA commenter explains

Black women recommend bonnets for haircare, NTA.

Engaging in dialogue and acknowledging privilege is key

Sleep caps for all! Let’s stop making everything race-based

Don’t be a ‘woke, white savior’. Listen to POC friends

Commenter frustrated with accusations of cultural appropriation for haircare.

Commenter shocked by debate, declares ‘not the a**hole’ stance.

GF accused of SJW behavior, not the a**hole (NTA)

Deja vu? Repost sparks no new discussion
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GF prioritizes appearance over cultural sensitivity in hair bonnet debate

Bamboo pillowcases helped, now a bamboo bonnet?

Supporting Black-owned businesses while caring for your hair. NTA.

Friend tries too hard, commenter NTA

Protecting curly hair with bonnets is NTA and practical

Debate over hair bonnet sparks political correctness controversy. NTA.

Wokeness gone wild? One commenter defends the hair bonnet.

Defending the right to wear bonnets and embracing curly hair

Defending the Bonnet: NTA comment sparks agreement and discussion

Debate over cultural appropriation of hair bonnets among races.

Supporting the right message: educate yourself before speaking out
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Supportive comment defends against ignorance. NTA

Cosmetologist calls out girlfriend’s virtue signaling over hair bonnet
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Debate over cultural appropriation of hair bonnets gets heated

Partner’s intelligence questioned after hair bonnet debate
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Bonnet-wearing tradition sparks NTA debate

White girl defends wearing hair bonnet to bed, NTA

POC calls out ‘woke white saviour’ girlfriend in fiery debate

Commenter calls out someone’s stupidity in hair bonnet debate.

Defending the use of hair bonnets for curly hair care

Rock that bonnet, girl! Dump the girlfriend, she’s too controlling

Dump them! The commenters agree, NTA
