Carol’s Daughter 25th Anniversary Celebration
Hey Cuties,
Last week I attended the blackest event I think I’ve ever attended in my life. It was such a moment, and I fully took it in. I was honored to be a guest of Carol’s Daughter 25 Anniversary celebration at the Blacksonian in Washington, DC. Also, know as the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC).
We were out on a school night and I acted like I was 20. I have no regrets, and you will see how amazing it was and why.
Although we were out on a school night it mattered not to the turn-up. The event started with a cocktail hour. Which also means the start of a photo shoot.
They followed that up with a meeting of the minds in the Oprah Winfrey Theater. Important people came out and shared their words about Lisa Price like her husband, children and others she has partnered with over the past 25 years. It was inspiring, it was funny, it was Black Girl Magic. I wasn’t sitting close enough for good pictures so I didn’t take any.
A few things to note:
Lisa Price was the first, to do it. Check the National Museum of African American History and Culture Culture Galleries on L4 to see for yourself.
“The first doesn’t mean you’re the best… Being the first means that all who follow you, get to learn from your mistakes.” – Lisa Price
If you are not familiar with Carol’s Daughter, let me explain it to you in pictures.
1993 Carol’s Daughter Founder, Lisa Price began creating hair and body products in the kitchen of her Brooklyn home at the encouragement of her Mom. They had actual products set up just like she had them.
They made replicas of the places that were instrumental in Lisa’s growth and the birth of Carol’s Daughter.
This is a replica of Lisa’s home where she started out on his product journey. This is her daughter standing on the steps holding the key.
I had to have a moment on the steps. She started in 1993 in building 193. It was all a dream…
Lisa started selling her homemade recipes at local flea markets. I failed to get a picture of the replica flea market.
The important part is that we start somewhere. It does not have to be perfect, she started with a Microsoft wingding image.
This is Lisa’s living room, with pictures of her loved ones on the wall.
1999 The first Carol’s daughter boutique opened in Ft. Greene, Brooklyn, New York.
2000 Carol’s Daughter began selling her natural hair care products on the internet.
2002 Lisa appears on the Oprah Winfrey Show and well… it was on an popping then. If Auntie O said it, then you knew it was the gospel.
2008 Carol’s Daughter launches on HSN.
2014 – 2015 Carol’s Daughter hair, body and skin products are sold in Target stores.
2016 Carol’s Daughter joins the L’Oreal Family.
2016 Carol’s launches in 30k retail stores across the country.
2017 Carol’s Daughter is featured in the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture (L4)
This “Rose Water” was the joy juice for my evening. I can’t recall what was in it, but it had dried roses.
I acted like I was 20, I danced the night away, and I have no regrets.
Black Alley Band played, then a DJ came on we got out of control. Lisa was on the dance floor getting her entire life.
The Style Medic, Luvvie, and Mi
You can’t tell that it was pouring down rain when we arrived. Imagine us, all dolled up in short dresses, and open-toed shoes. Soaked!
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I’m curious…do you use her products? I heard that once she sold to L’Oreal, they weren’t as good.
I have not used them in a long time. We got some in our bags so I plan to use them. They are both hair and body products.
I remember first going natural in ’06. Lisa’s products were the first products that I picked up. I’m happy to see her success. She paved the way. This event was so well done. I can’t wait to be able to come check out the museum.
She really has paved the way, so many have come behind her. What a moment to be featured in the African American museum. That has to be full circle for her.
What an inspirational event! Just by reading this I feel inspired to do something I’ve never done… Because of them we can and I just love the picture of her daughter standing there holding the key. Thank you for sharing this!
You are so welcome, it lit a fire under me as well. I have to find my “thing” and start working it.
I can just imagine a room full of black women doing the electric slide and celebrating her accomplishments. Great recap!
Thanks! Leslie, it gave me chills. It was the greatest self care for me.
This was a really dope event. I’m happy it was for Lisa, a fellow Brooklynite. I remember how excitign it was when Carol’s Daughter became mainstream.
Yes! She started from the bottom and she has long arrived.
Looks like it was a very awesome event. I do love her shampoos and conditioners.
It was such a fun filled night with incredible energy.
This event would have been a dream for me to attend! I have been following her story for years and aspired to be like her when I made my own bath and body products. I love seeing how far she’s grown.
Yes, it would have. Glad I could bring it to you.
Yassssssss!! I love love love all the Black Girl Magic that took place in this post!! Now I HAVE to travel to see the exhibit myself!!!!!
You must, the museum is incredible. Some of it is tough, but so much of it is empowering and inspiring.
This looks like such an awesome event! Lisa Price is so inspiring and a true legend indeed!
She really is, she has done what so many have tried to do. She has blazed a path for others.
Wow I didnt know Lisa Price knew how to throw such an amazing party. I love the concept she recreated her Brookyln home to the start of the Carols Daughter journey that is beautiful!
I had no idea, but it made me like her even more. She reminded me to start with where I am, even if that means in your own home/kitchen.
It’s really good to see the amount of support she still has! I felt really bad when the company was sold to L’oreal, people tried to throw shade on her brand. It’s truly still a great product and she’s still entrepreneurial goals!! Love your pics too!!
Joi, they really did. When your business is at a level where people want to buy it means you have an amazing thing on your hands. She is still very much pulling the strings for her baby and I love that.
Carols Daughters products were some of the first ones I tried when I went natural! I need to try them again! I saw pics all over social of this event and it looked so fun, glad you had an amazing night!!
It was one of the best parties I have been to for a brand.
Lisa Price is the Queen! She made it so that all of the other black hair brands could be. I love her story. This event looks lovely. So glad you were able to go and yes to the Electric Slide in OUR museum. YES!
Yes she did!
I snatched my imaginary wig and threw it!!! Live ya best life with all that #blackgirlmagic. This looks super dope and unbothered by the fact it was a school night. Get yo life cutelips!
OMG! I am cracking up laughing at you. This is the epitome of living our best life. We have to remember to do that as often as possible. Life was made!
I am so jealous and proud and excited and overjoyed for you. What an awesome opportunity! Don’t you just love being black!!! Thanks daddy! #BLMGIRLS
I really do, there is nothing else I would rather be. I love that we get to share, love and support that.
This looked like such a beautiful and memorable event! Love all the photos, especially the dancing ones – haha! Carol’s Daughter brand is amazing!
It was far beyond what I expected for sure. Dancing is such a care free moment.
Yassss for the event being blackity black!! I love the black vanilla carols daughter products. You’re photos are GOOD!
Thanks girl, it was epic and the energy was inspiring.
Looks like an AMAZING event! I love the brownstone steps replica. So creative! Thanks for sharing.
Thanks, it was incredible. They put so much thought into the decor.