25 Best African Hairstyles for Women | Styles At Life

African hair style is totally different than other country hairstyles. African hairstyles are one of the most famous forms of hairstyles that the world knows of. These hairstyles have gained much popularity over the ages. You may also give these hairstyles a try.

Most Beautiful African Hairstyles For Women With Pictures:

Here is a list of top 25 choices for African hairstyles with images which are suitable for all types of face shapes.

1. Cornrow And Braided Bun:

This is a very popular African hairstyle. Its design is such that it seems the hairs are braided but stick to a specific line all over the scalp. It represents how corn fields look like with rows in between the corn crops. Thus it is named cornrows hairstyle. If you want to go a little afro with your hairstyle, you may hop into a nice parlor and get a hairstyle look similar to this one. This looks really stylish. The tresses from the nape area can be braided down and then all of it can be coiled up in the form of a chignon.

2. Retro Afro Hairstyle:

This was a very popular hairstyle of the retro era. You can find similar resemblance in movies like Austin Powers Goldmember. In this movie, Beyonce Knowles is seen to be sporting a similar hairstyle though in golden hue. You can always add some dash of colouring to your hair to make them in line with the new age trend. For fun you can sport this type of hairstyle with a hair wig. Today fun wigs are available in costume stores which you can get your hands on. Would you try this out for your next party?

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3. Natural Braided Hair:

Some African women hair naturally wavy and very coiled up hair. They like to keep their hair in braids to avoid mess. This is a popular African hairstyle look. Even you can sport this hairstyle. If you are not good with braided hairstyles then you can consult a good hairstylist for this. You need to maintain this hairstyle with proper shampooing. A use of serum on hair keeps this type of hairstyle in shiny condition.

4. Scattered Dreadlocks:

This is another popular form of African hairstyle. This has recently gained its popularity on the world wide fashion runways. Even showstoppers in many fashion shows have been spotted to wear the so called dreadlock hairstyle look. Girls and guys both can look really different with this type of a hairstyle. If you want to go a bit out of the crowd and sport something unique then this hairstyle can be a very good choice for you. You will need to gear up for a parlor visit for this type of hairstyle. But remember this hairstyle can be very damaging to the hair. This can also go good for a punk hairstyle.

5. Afro Short Curls:

This is somewhat like the Retro afro hairstyle. In the retro era and even now in 2013 this hairstyle is quite a popular choice for hairstyle among celebrities worldwide. You cannot possibly recreate this hairstyle at home. For this you will definitely need a parlor visit and also regular parlor touch-ups for maintaining this look. If you have got used to normal bob haircut styles, then it’s time for you to sport something like this. Will you try it?

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6. Tight Afro Messy Up Do:

Tired of old fashioned short bob hairstyles? Go for something new and different. Try this afro tight short up do. This looks very nice on women with heart shapes or elongated face shapes.

7. Coiled Bob Hairstyle:

This is a very out of the ordinary African hairstyle look. For this a parlor visit is essential. If you have become tired of sporting normal curls, then you can give coiled curls a try. This popular afro look can become your favorite choice too.

8. Messy Afro Curled Bob Hairstyle:

Up do hairstyles are a popular hairstyle choice for many women. This afro curly up do African hair style set in a bob fashion can give you that perfect retro look for your next party. Not so much difficult to recreate but proper assistance may be necessary. A medium hold hairspray can be useful.

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9. Colored Long Curly Dreadlocks Hairstyle:

As mentioned earlier, the dreadlocks look is one of the most famous afro hairstyles till date. If you are looking for that perfect extraordinary look, you can try the dreadlocks look. Dreadlocks can be left long or can be curled up further and colored with dark reds or golden for that extra special look.

10. Shaved Head:

When it comes to African hairstyles for women, you need to know the best things on the scene should be an ideal shape of head and the best o facial features. This is only when the hair is too short than usual. For instance take a look at how Danai Gurira is looking absolutely perfect with her trendy side parting, which is shaved to be made for prominent. The flawless makeup in place adds to the glow.

11. The Big Deal:

The essence of the African women hairstyle that singer Brandy Norwood is sporting is to maximize the volume of the usual natural hair. Being curly, she has no difficulty putting her hair in place like that. She has transformed herself into a bright looking bold person with this easy look. The distinct side parting is equally trendy and brags of a chic hairdo experience from her stylists end.

12. Mohawk And The Two Partings:

There are two shaved partings in this picture as you can clearly make out. The dramatic eye makeup is looking great on Lupita and lets just say she has succeeded in changing this look into a benchmark for fashion and people to take motivation from. Her hair being short makes the whole Mohawk look even better and more suited for the curly hair.

13. Asymmetrical Curls:

We can see Teyonah Parris here, who more than once has confessed to her hair never obeying her demands. This is sort of hard to believe, looking at how gorgeous her African hairstyle picture looks with her all smiles and everything. She comes in with a splash and has probably most certainly managed to impress you. The look is adorable and the sleekness equally charming to look at.

14. Free Flowing Kinks:

When you have kinks that can’t weigh you down, you can instead choose to look confident with them. This draws in more attention to your personality. Kelly Rowland for instance here flaunts hers, in style, color and all that rich texture, with the adorable wisps taking over. The beauty in the hairstyle is her natural long hair that she is clearly not tired of flaunting.

15. Side Swept Hairstyle:

Among African haircuts, most can either make or break your look given the level of attention they need, even if they are braided and stacked neatly. This idea here is to come along and go on with the free falling curls. Corinne Bailey Rae is seen here with her beautiful hair, which impresses us so easily and so perfectly. Need an inspiration for the day? Well, here’s one to remember.

16. Crown Braid Updo:

This hairstyle is as creative as it gets. And in case your hair isn’t too long to get to this braid on your head, either skip to the next one ( sad luck! ) else, use a chignon attachable braid to get the gorgeous look without any mess. Leave the little side swept bangs around to steal the show, but you can still rock any party going neatly stacked as well.

17. Highlighted Natural Hair:

If you have tapered hair type as your natural one, take the African haircut to a next level by adding a little color to the scene. Here, we see red, and that is just about perfect, because this ensures that your face will stay brightened and a lipstick of the same hue is easily available. Your outfit cannot be too flashy though if you want to look chic.

18. Long Classy Hairstyle:

If you have long spirals like most Africans that you don’t want to hide away in braids, here’s a way out. This style is very tender yet feminine and beautiful. The length is cool and has an inspiring effect to it. You can enjoy the hairstyle and sport it to casual occasions and formal ones just as well. And trust us, the look might be hard to maintain, but is totally worth the trouble.

19. A Line Hairstyle:

This hairstyle is from the look book of Queen B’s baby sister Solange Knowles back in the 2014 MTV’s. The hairstyle gained quite the hype and was popularized by fashion blogs on so many levels.

20. Carefree Spirals:

When you want to work on this hairstyle, one of the best things to remember is that the loading into different style can make the hair quality bad. Instead, when you trim it, just comb it occasionally this way, until it grows back longer. The hairstyle itself adds more feature to your face and helps bring out your best look with quality and grace.

21. Front Bun:

Just when you think you have seen it all in African hairstyles, here’s a surprise we hope you will be happy to check out. There is nothing to hate about this beauty and the bun in place makes it look so modern and chic.

22. Box Braid Bun:

The bulky hairstyle here has a different essence and we can bet you know why. The hairstyle features the right amount of style and grace with a trendy touch to it, that you will certainly love.

23. Natural Side Twisted Hair:

We aren’t quite sure if it was the over sized coat which looked good on her or her long strands of hair put together, but either way, the look really has come around.

24. The Dreadlock Flower Hairstyle:

This hairstyle can basically be your routine when you are running late. Put all your hair together and go for a run. Of course the highlight on the hair attracts more crowd, but that bit is on you.

25. Cornrows And Dreadlocks:

This is how you accentuate your style statement by upholding your ethnicity. This style is rather common among celebrities, so don’t hesitate to experiment and see what suits you best.

I hope all the above African hairstyles attracts you with their moderate and passionate styles. Simply choose one of them and rock the other looks.

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