When you finally find a hairstyle that looks incredibly beautiful, but at the same time makes you feel your most confident self, there is something magical about it, indeed. When it comes to styling her hair, Black women can do anything with it, whether it is elaborate braiding, curly ponytails, elegant updos or free hairstyles and twists. Treat yourself to a low-maintenance protective look or want to go all out and make a statement? There is a world of creativity at your fingertips. These 22 natural hairstyles are natural, natural and beautiful and what all this means is that there is variety, there is personality and there is the fun of wearing your hair the way you want. Okay, time to get your fave edge control, choose some fun accessories, and we can get to a tour of the fashions that will make you run out to your stylist–or to your mirror–right this minute.
1. Playful Double Braided Puff
The contrast of tight plaits with cascading curls is something appealing as the whole ensemble is youthful and yet not so over-tried. It is neat in the center and has enough braids to cancel-out the halo effect by allowing the ends to show off their bouncy softness. It is the appearance that lets them know you know how to have fun but also enjoy a finer finish.
This style is protective as well as easy to maintain and perfect with women who have naturally curly (4c) hair. Simply keep the braids smooth using some light oil and renew the curls every time they need renewing using a curl cream or spray of water. It really supports better medium to thicker textures and is perfect at keeping the hair off the face but having some movement in the back.
2. Cornrow Bun with Face-Framing Spirals
This hairstyle is the definition of sleek-meets-romantic. The cornrows provide it with that assuring clean form, but those sweet curls that flank the face? Pure magic. It can be described as a bit of poetry to make an otherwise practical style, which would be great to wear when you feel like a woman, about to have a good day knowing you look elegantly laid-back.
Oval shaped women flatter the face-framing spirals because they bring out the contours of the face especially the cheeks. This protective hairstyle is quite convenient as all one must do is wrap his or her hair at night so that the braids do not get tangled up and the bun does not flatten. Just some mousse on the spirals will keep them taming rather than them frizzing up so its a very easy style and only needs a touch up days later.
3. Space Buns with Braided Bangs
This style is all attitude- playful, self assured, game up to anything. The space buns give it a somewhat playful touch whereas the well braided bangs make it structured and neat. It has a bit of beaded accent which adds the extra glitz and glamour and yet it does not look garish and is a style that makes heads turn.
It is great to medium length hair and particularly flattering on 4c textures because hair stays entirely off the shoulders whilst strands are being shielded. You can play with bead colors to your outfit or mood and since it is a protective look it saves the time on you styling during the week.
4. Curled-End Box Braids
The soft curl of the ends of such box braids will give such a feminine twist to a traditional look. It is that sort of touch that makes the style a special one, a bit like a piece of lace edging on a fitted dress- still classic but with a touch of romanticism to it.
These braids bounce and move due to the curled effect on the ends compared to straight-ended braids making them have added personality. They suit a person who would like to have a protective look, which is yet playful and fresh. The curl pattern can be revamped in just an overnight setting of the ends around a flexi-rod.
5. Double Bun Braids with Golden Accents
The style is outgoing and cheerful carrying a youthful vibrancy to it with the two buns and the multiple gold details gleaming in the light with it. This texture between tight braids and a loose bun offers a sense of personality and ingenuity of confident women- exactly the hair colour for a low-key weekend brunch or a club.
It can very easily be worn by those who have medium or thick hair and still show volume and texture. Not only are the gold cuffs or beads beautiful and dainty but also a styling trick to dress up the whole look as it feels slightly more polished and more thought out.
6. Sleek Cornrow Rows with Free Braided Strands
This style is somehow very strong yet quiet–exact cornrows leading into long, hanging braids. The front strands help to adorn the face in a perfect balance between definite and softness. It is a modernistic, but tradition-based style.
It is an excellent option in case an individual needs a protective style that requires minimum maintenance but makes an impact. Simply moisten your scalp with light oil and wrap the hair during the night time to keep the neatness intact. It is particularly effective with busy women who desire to have nice-looking hair without having to put lots of efforts on a daily basis.
7. Cornrow Ponytail with Loose Spirals
This is a kind of mix of two worlds first, the smooth sleek cornrows leading into a ponytail, and then the light curls that frolic around face. It is gentle, flirting, and emits a very natural poise that suits every occasion. Such casual tendrils are as the hair- style of an easy laugh–careless and friendly.
An oval face will particularly look good because the curls will give definition and thickness to the face. In between, maintenance is simple enough just tie your hair at the end of the evening to keep the cornrows sleek and rehydrate/redefine the spirals using a little curl cream. Ideal when you have to go out but feel like you need to have a polished but still accessible appearance.
8. Side-Part Cornrows with Voluminous Curls
That is an entry style that knows how to keep a – er, make an entry. The heavy side part and carefully braided rows contrast with a flurry of soft curls, which makes the overall expression very dynamic between the precision and wilder beauty. It has that cool attitude of being all dressed up but ready to have fun.
This is an excellent option when thick curly or 4c hair is involved cause it makes the crown smooth but it allows the volume to take its toll. The difference between the structured top and the back which flows freely, represent that you are having both the smartness and carefree on a single pattern.
9. Twists with Braided Crown
Light, airy, full of motion–this sort of twisting is as sylvan and breathless as a summer afternoon. The braided crown is a minor detail that turns the overall appearance into something sophisticated and easy-to-wear at the same time. It goes great on a day when you feel like you need something protective but also you need to feel free and feminine.
Twists are so simple to care of and this makes it very special favorites amongst women who have tight schedules. They can be worn down to achieve a casual look or pulled into a bun to assert a simply different look. They are also non-destructive on the hair leaving your strands fine and moisturized.
10. High Curly Bun with Braided Front
High bun is very royal especially with front braids to bring the focus up. Such a style looks very confident and sophisticated but displays the natural curls in all their glory.
It is both flattering to almost any face shape because the high position of the bun lengthens the neck and brings the focus on the face. A couple of bead embellishments and you are set to go anywhere; either to a fancy dinner or even for just a day out.
11. Sleek Side Braids into a Curly Ponytail
It is a contrasting style–sleek, shiny top, tight braids on the sides–gives way to a long, curvy pony that is adorable. It is elegant yet without that tinge of seriousness that would otherwise result in something that is too serious.
And it looks so good on medium to thick varieties of hair and can be flipped of course depending on your stylish garments. A little bit of styling gel will keep the top smooth enough to last days and the curls on the ponytail can be restyled with a spritz of water and leave-in conditioner.
12. Beaded Warrior Braids
Captivating, color-blocked and with a personality- these warrior cut braids are the style of the woman who enters a room knowing who she is. A unique twist that gives the style an overall effect is the golden stamp of the beads and the decorative charms making it a personal statement piece.
It is most effective with long hair or extensions so that you end up with the firm, rope-like braids that are very stable. It is the ideal festival / event style, but in reality, should you feel so awesome, wear it to the grocery store. Confidence is the ultimate accessory.
13. Double Braids with Cascading Waves
This style is the romantic take on a timeless look–barely there, slick, smooth at the top of the head plaits which flare into long voluminous hair. It has a polished but free-flowing texture and it appears as a suitable match to both a garden party as it is to a weekend brunch.
It’s great on ladies with naturally wavy or curly-haired locks, and with extensions as well. The braids hold the top in place and smooth out the frizz and the loose lengths were giving you that glamorous swing every time you turn your head.
14. Sleek Star-Part Box Braids
A star-part braid pattern says attention to detail as well as any. It is multifaceted, attention grabbing, and makes your hair a masterpiece. The nature of these long, sleek braids is that they flow freely, hence this style is not only protective, but it is also very striking.
This is one that turns heads because it is more than the basic needs of women. The style takes your ordinary box braids to a new level and with a nice night wrapping they will last you weeks.
15. Headband Twist Bob
And other days will require a headband to bring that little bit of color and bring your twists to full-fledged style. It is a twist bob that sits at shoulder length; casual and stylish at the same time, that is why it fits anywhere.
This looks terrific on medium hair density and is very flattering to the face and can be worn casually and also to the office. The headband is not only adorable but it also holds the twists and introduces a little bit of character.
16. Double Braided Buns with Patterned Cornrows
Hairstyles have a voice and, with this one, it would say, I am here to enjoy myself. The accuracy of the cornrows patterns combined with bold double braid on the top make this an opus of a perfect fusion of creativity and confidence.
Great with thick hair or extensions, it has everything locked and off your shoulders not to mention great braiding prowess on display. Such a style will last more than a week easily at night when it should be wrapped up.
17. Chunky Viking Braids
And these ropey braids are full and gutsy to the point of looking like a basic viking or warrior cut–great when you need your hair as strong as you are.
The thickness of the braids gives volume and flair and are perfect on long hair or extensions. Moisturize your scalp to keep it comfortable and this style will keep you fierce throughout the days.
18. Pin-Curled Afro
This pin-curled afro is an art in finding a compromise between order and unrestrictedness. The carved front and tidy part are replaced by soft voluminous curls that crowns the face. It is self assuring, imaginative and slightly old fashioned in the most (pleasingly) retrograde manner.
This style best suits 4c textures (it is a bit protective to the strands) as it maintains the hair in its stretched state and defined. Apply setting lotion to make styled curls last longer and you only need to remove pins when you want the style to loosen.
19. Half-Up Space Buns with Loose Curls
Sometimes, the simplest styles carry the most charm. This half-up space buns give you a fun edge, yet they leave the texture of your existing curls to shine. It is young enough to not be too cute and that is why it can be worn on casual days or during weekends.
This style is good on medium to thick curly hair and it is low maintenance and versatile. The curls can be spritzed back to liveliness with a water spray and leave-in conditioner and the buns allow your hair to be kept out of your face without losing style.
20. Voluminous High Puff with Sleek Edges
This very puff is all about voluminous, dramatic and finely trimmed ends. It looks quite royal in the volume on the top, and the sculpted baby hairs on the other hand were done with a flawless modern look with an Instagram-able finish.
This style is ideal when used on 4c and 4b textures, and when brought out using damp hair with the curls fluffed up. The puff is high and thus maintains it easy all the time and makes a big statement, helps in brunch dates as well as when attending formal parties.
21. Side-Part Defined Curls
Exquisitely pin-curled chignons have a breezy glamour about them. It shapes the face in the most beautiful way, it has a soft, romantic effect that does not appear excessive.
The style is suited to medium length to long curly hair and a good curl defining cream or gel is a help. The side part brings out immediate classiness, and is therefore perfect when you are going on a dinner date or special event.
22. Half-Up Curly Ponytail with Loose Tendrils
The half up pony tail combines the perfect world of a sleek pulled back crown and feathery soft curls. This is complemented with the loose tendils on the front which give romance the right amount.
It works marvellously with shoulder-length curly hair, it is versatile and practical. It can be worn out and about and with more dramatic earrings when going out at night and can take minutes in the morning to style.
Natural hair is a canvas and these 22 styles show that there is nothing to stop you. Regardless of what kind of hairstyle you are attracted toward the sheer beauty of a pulled-back updo, the spirited spirit of flowing locks, or the raw glamour of elaborate braids, the key here is how the look present you. That is the magic combo: confidence, comfort and a little bit of fun. Thus, it is okay to experiment, combine the textures, or choose some accessories that may represent your personality. Your hair is the crown and it is a chance to be proud of it every single day.
