Swang Hair Magazine... Heard of it?

againstallodds · Nov 11, 2011

Hi ladies,

Anyone heard of Swang Hair Magazine? Here's a link to the first and what seems like only (?) issue >>http://issuu.com/swanghairmagazine/docs/issue1<<

I'm asking because I received an email from the editor-in-chief of this magazine today inquiring if they could run hair t-shirts I have in my e-store in their next issue.... but my friend said it was sketchy (and I agree)... and I know ladies of LHCF can crack a fake/fraud like professional P.I's :yep:

What say you?

Raspberry · Nov 11, 2011

Hmm... my gut doesn't think the mag is sketchy, just looks like a fledgling startup. The website issuu.com is a platform anyone can use to publish a web magazine. There's probably a way for you to advertise your t-shirts in the mag at a low risk to yourself but I can understand if you would prefer a more established publication.

ETA: Audrey, the woman who wrote "The Science of Black Hair", is listed as one of the contributors, you could always ask her about it on Facebook or something..

againstallodds · Nov 11, 2011

Raspberry said:
Hmm... my gut doesn't think the mag is sketchy, just looks like a fledgling startup. The website issuu.com is a platform anyone can use to publish a web magazine. There's probably a way for you to advertise your t-shirts in the mag at a low risk to yourself but I can understand if you would prefer a more established publication.

ETA: Audrey, the woman who wrote "The Science of Black Hair", is listed as one of the contributors, you could always ask her about it on Facebook or something..

Good point, thanks Raspberry

kblc06 · Nov 11, 2011

I recognize that publisher's pic from one of LHCF's siggies. This is awesome :yay:

sunnieb · Nov 11, 2011

It looks great! I wish her much success!

divachyk · Nov 11, 2011

The editor contacted me via PM requesting I be a hair model. I had several initial questions that I presented because I have a cautious personality. She was very nice when she finally responded but her response to my questions was significantly delayed. She mentioned the delay resulted from her being in the process of moving. She offered up that her magazine is fairly new -- maybe not in those exact words but that's the gist of it. I then responded back with several more questions in which she never responded to.

ETA: I wish her success, though. Perhaps she is just busy with the move, etc. Or, maybe I had too many dang questions. :giggle:

Sent from my DROIDX

Sugar · Nov 12, 2011

Hi ladies!

I'm the Editor-In-Chief of SWANG Hair Magazine. Yes, I'm still in start-up mode and I thank you for wishing me success with this venture. It's ALOT of work, but I love it!

One of the goals of the magazine is to provide a one-stop resource for haircare info for our friends and family that can't (or won't) spend as much time on the hairboards as we do.

I also want to support Black-owned businesses so I try to feature some of the businesses I come across on LHCF or the blogs. I offered a bunch of small black-owned businesses free ad space in the first issue. That yielded some interesting results. And by interesting I mean eye-opening.

I'm working on the 2nd issue right now and moving across the country has made my response times much slower. divachyk I'll go through my PM's today and answer your questions.

Thanks again ladies!

ETA: typing this from my phone and autocorrect hates me : /

brg240 · Nov 12, 2011

it looks sketchy why? I don't know I see a lot of emagazines so it's not that strange to me

Sugar good luck

Sugar · Nov 12, 2011

: ) Thank you brg240

Eisani · Nov 12, 2011

I love the idea. Definitely will be watching this thread.

Sugar · Nov 12, 2011

Thanks Eisani

Also, if you guys can think of topics I should cover or if you'd like to be a contributor please let me know.

SmilingElephant · Nov 12, 2011

Noice! Is the magazine on newsstands yet?

LilMissRed · Nov 12, 2011

I like. FULL of useful info

mango387 · Nov 12, 2011

I really like this A LOT.

melissa-bee · Nov 12, 2011

It's a really good magazine. It's really good for hair care newbies

luckiestdestiny · Nov 12, 2011

I just clicked through the link, and through the first issue. It looks great to me with tons of information. So what? It's a start up so it's not perfect and it takes time to "build". That's probably why it's not on newstands yet. Congrats on your new endeavor! I hope you have tons of luck.

mscocoface · Nov 12, 2011

Topics:

How to be prepared and armed when going to a hairdresser to deal with and or "trim" your natural tresses.

What has been your experience with family and friends when announcing your are going natural?

Ladies over 40 - How have you managed to deal with the transition mental and otherwise being natural? (Should interview 2-3 people one in each of the age ranges of 40 50 and 60)

For all you Slow Growers this article is for YOU!!!!

New Mommies and Shedding Hair

How do you handle the setbacks?

Cones, Sulfates, WHAT???

Poo vs No Poo: The Great Debate! Let's Discuss

It's ALL Good Hair

Have an article talking to men who love to see women with natural hair. Interview possibly a male who experienced his wife or girlfriend make the transition. Talk to one who was against it and now is for it and talk to one who was supportive all the way.

Keeping Your Girl Babies Hair Natural and Healthy

You Need an Advice Corner: Like Ask The Experts or Ask The Those Who Know or call it something catchy like "Been there done that!"

I have a million and one ideas..... :yep:

I hope you do well and it really helps the masses and those wanting to go natural.

divachyk · Nov 12, 2011

@Sugar - well it's my time to travel :giggle:

to bad mine is not across the country, though. I got your PM. Will you hit you back when I get a moment and we can move forward from there.

Sugar · Nov 12, 2011

SmilingElephant said:
Noice! Is the magazine on newsstands yet?

Originally I just wanted it to be an online magazine, due to the costs of printing. But I've gotten a few requests for printed copies so I may do that in the future. :yep:

Sugar · Nov 12, 2011

mango387 said:
I really like this A LOT.

melissa-bee said:
It's a really good magazine. It's really good for hair care newbies

luckiestdestiny said:
I just clicked through the link, and through the first issue. It looks great to me with tons of information. So what? It's a start up so it's not perfect and it takes time to "build". That's probably why it's not on newstands yet. Congrats on your new endeavor! I hope you have tons of luck.

Thanks so much!

Sugar · Nov 12, 2011

mscocoface said:
Topics:

How to be prepared and armed when going to a hairdresser to deal with and or "trim" your natural tresses.

What has been your experience with family and friends when announcing your are going natural?

Ladies over 40 - How have you managed to deal with the transition mental and otherwise being natural? (Should interview 2-3 people one in each of the age ranges of 40 50 and 60)

For all you Slow Growers this article is for YOU!!!!

New Mommies and Shedding Hair

How do you handle the setbacks?

Cones, Sulfates, WHAT???

Poo vs No Poo: The Great Debate! Let's Discuss

It's ALL Good Hair

Have an article talking to men who love to see women with natural hair. Interview possibly a male who experienced his wife or girlfriend make the transition. Talk to one who was against it and now is for it and talk to one who was supportive all the way.

Keeping Your Girl Babies Hair Natural and Healthy

You Need an Advice Corner: Like Ask The Experts or Ask The Those Who Know or call it something catchy like "Been there done that!"

I have a million and one ideas.....

I hope you do well and it really helps the masses and those wanting to go natural.

Thank you! I have taken note of your suggestions and I will be adding them to my massive list of topics to cover :yep:

That first one about trimming is definitely something I want to tackle. We have too many Scissor Happy Stylists out there.

Please let me know if you want to write any of the articles...you have great ideas!

Sugar · Nov 12, 2011

divachyk said:
@Sugar - well it's my time to travel to bad mine is not across the country, though. I got your PM. Will you hit you back when I get a moment and we can move forward from there.

divachyk I sincerely hope your move is waaaayyyy less stressful than mine. Moving makes me :spinning:

danysedai · Nov 12, 2011

It looks great, much better than those magazines full of "hair information" that are only weaves,etc and not a lot of real hair info.
Wish you luck!

Sugar · Nov 12, 2011

danysedai said:
It looks great, much better than those magazines full of "hair information" that are only weaves,etc and not a lot of real hair info.
Wish you luck!

Thanks you very much. I want the focus to be on taking care of the hair that grows out of your scalp, whether you relax it or keep it natural. There will be very little focus on weaves, etc...except as protective styles.

Sugar · Nov 12, 2011

Oh yeah one more thing...if you guys know of any bloggers or YT-ers I should interview (or if you think I should feature your blog or YT channel) please PM me.

PinkPeony · Nov 12, 2011

Sugar said:
Thanks you very much. I want the focus to be on taking care of the hair that grows out of your scalp, whether you relax it or keep it natural. There will be very little focus on weaves, etc...except as protective styles.

Finally!!!

We need this soooo much!

FearfullyMade · Nov 12, 2011

I wish you much success

divachyk · Nov 12, 2011

Sugar - not moving; I'm on a 3 week vacay!!!! :yay:

Sugar · Nov 12, 2011

divachyk said:
@Sugar - not moving; I'm on a 3 week vacay!!!!

I'm jealous.

Don't judge me.

:lol:

LisaMar · Nov 12, 2011

This is great, I love the idea/concept of this magazine!!! You have my support. I wish you all the success in your new vendor.

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