Don’t catch the fade: The Grio’s guide to not getting smacked on Halloween

With all the controversy surrounding Halloween costumes every year, we felt like folks could use a little help in discerning what is and isn’t appropriate attire...

Cortney Wills

Oct 31, 2017

With all the controversy surrounding Halloween costumes every year, we felt like folks could use a little help in discerning what is and isn’t appropriate attire.

And we’re not talking about black folks.

Can NPOC respectfully revere their favorite black celebs through costume without being offensive? Yes…if they follow a few simple rules.

Here are a few simple guidelines to pulling off an awesome ensemble without catching a fade and some examples of celebrities doing it right:

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Don’t catch the fade: The Grio’s guide to not getting smacked on Halloween

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