Categories of Browning??

Within the racial or cultural grouping of Black or Brown, there are several sub-groupings, like within most cultures; largely based on complexion variation.

It seems there is even a caliber rating of "Browning", for example based on how brown, or if it's natural brown, blessed it would seem by mother nature. Of if this brown has been highlighted by the use of chemical skin lighteners. Which is a practice that goes back to Ancient Egypt. Illustrating how far back this issue of brightness of complexion has been a differentiating factor amongst people.

There is a big difference between the cultural perception of a dark brown skin person and a lighter, whiter shade, especially with whiter or more European features. Still what I notice really differentiates is the "Hair Factor". How straight, or curly or Afro the hair is really makes a difference to a person's looks and how they are identified.

A dark haired, caramel skin toned Browning, with straight hair would probably be perceived as looking more Indian than black or white. A very light "Browning", mixed race person with more Anglo features would be classified as looking white and possibly would not be so readily accepted culturally as Black or having a "Black heritage". 

And these persons may sometimes feel less accepted, not being fully recognised by black or white or other. This may sometimes cause them to seek other ways, or be more disposed to seeking validation through other associations.