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The most visible symbol of the movement was the . Choosing to wear one's hair natural was a bold act of defiance against the pressure to conform to European standards through chemical straightening.

A pivotal moment in the movement's history was the 1962 fashion show titled organized by photojournalist Kwame Brathwaite and his brother Elombe Brath. Black is Beautiful.mp4

: Brathwaite’s photography captured "soul" and dignity, providing a visual counter-narrative to the harmful stereotypes of the time. Symbols of Pride: The Afro and Beyond The most visible symbol of the movement was the