Accepting and celebrating your curly locks can be both healthy and fashionable. Black women can proudly show off gorgeous curls of all lengths – from long loose ringlets to shorter cropped styles.
1. Messy Bun
Look at this elegant style if you enjoy wearing your hair in a high, messy bun. Perfect for women with naturally curly or voluminous locks, this chic yet effortless style can take you from casual daywear at work to an evening out with friends.
Start this look off right by spraying some texturizing hairspray like the ORIBE hair CARE Dry Texturizing Spray onto the roots and ends of your hair to add some texture. Gather your locks into a high ponytail, wrapping small sections of hair around its base before securing any loose pieces with bobby pins before finishing off the style with more texturizing spray if necessary.
2. Crown Braid
Crown braids are an elegant and effortless way to add royal grandeur to your ensemble, perfect for day-to-day wear and formal events like a wedding.
Create a crown braid by parting your hair deep on one side and picking up three strands. Weave the middle section into a regular French braid before flipping it onto two strands on either side for an elegant full crown braid look. Pancake up this braid slightly for extra effect by pulling out some face-framing tendrils – this braided updo works best on hair that has texture!
3. Two French Braids
Unachieve a hippie look with two tight braids resting across your forehead and temples, accentuated by short hairs along the forehead, that makes this French braided style for black women visually captivating.
Fun hairstyles are the best way to express yourself, so why not add some flair with bold hues such as blue or yellow for added flair? This look is ideal for summertime, providing shade from the sun while looking beautiful with light-colored clothing and for casual dates and social outings with friends. Completed with flyaway tendrils for an added confidence-boosting boost!
4. Lob Cut
The lob cut is an increasingly popular style ideal for blending straight and curly textures together, as Chopra did. Showcase your natural texture for an effortlessly cool look; whether opting for total shoulder-length cuts or shorter chin-grazing bobs, this versatile length looks fantastic on all face shapes.
Pin curls near your cheekbone create an eye-framing effect similar to a fringe. Use a volumizing mousse such as L’Oreal Paris Advanced Hairstyle BOOST IT Volume Inject Mousse ($22) before sectioning and pinning hair before spraying with high-hold hairspray to secure curls.
5. Middle Parted Curls
Wet-to-dry waves look contemporary with this stunning middle part. Their zig-zagged curls add texture and visual interest, perfect for adding dimension and depth to a minimalist aesthetic.
Add inverted Dutch braids to this gorgeous middle-parted curly style for a dramatic impact and sleek, polished appearance that’s still easy to manage for casual days. It looks exquisite yet polished while remaining easily maintainable!
6. Brush Out Curls
Instead of letting your curly locks get Shirley Temple-like, brush out some curls for a more refined and easy-to-manage look. This style works on all lengths, from short bob haircuts to long natural coils, and adds chic and playful texture.
For a full face of glam, tie your hair back in a high ponytail and top off your look with an adorable bucket hat, a la Janelle Monae, for a chic ensemble suitable for brunch with friends or date night. This style can even cover greasy roots or an unpleasant hair day!
Tight, bouncy curls on a short crop create one of the sexiest natural black hairstyles, adding face-framing amber highlights for added oomph.
