So a few weeks ago there was a huge controversy over Willow Smith’s Rihanna-esque hair cut. Many people disapproved of the  look saying that Willow is too young to rock such an edgy look (she’s 9 yrs old) so Essence.com got an exclusive interview with Marcia Hamilton and got the Inside Scoop on Willows cut…

“Willow’s cut was a decision made between her and Jada, and I executed their vision,” says Hamilton. “Willow’s a fierce little girl with energy, imagination and spunk. We wanted to give her a look that represented all of those things, and was easy to care for. Once I started cutting, Willow actually requested the clippers! Look, it’s 2010. Can’t our little girls move into the future without ruffling feathers? The look is fun, empowering, anti-relaxer and anti-weave. More women need to steer their little girls in this direction. If your child is a forward-thinker, you should guide her instead of smothering her.” via Essence.com

I think the cut is a little too edgy for a 9 year old, but she is not my daughter. What is she in like 4th grade? I think some things are just a little too inappropriate, but in Hollywood anything goes. I do agree with allowing a child to express themselves creatively through their style, but when they are a bit older and have a better understanding of themselves, the world around them, and their place in the world. At 9 you think it is all about fun and a Hollywood 9 year old is not the same as a “normal” 9 year-old. Hamilton’s point about the cut being anti-relaxer and anti-weave…9 yr olds shouldn’t wear weaves either in my opinion of course. The cut is cute in general, but at that age I don’t feel it is appropriate and there are also many limitations when it comes to “style” in the “real world” not necessarily “Hollywood.” Parents and people need to keep that in mind.