At the 2014 Emmy Awards, "Orange Is the New Black" star Samira Wiley paired her gorgeous yellow Christian Siriano gown with a TWA (teeny weeny Afro). This low-maintenance natural style is perfect for showcasing statement makeup (or in this case, Wiley's flawless skin.)
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Corinne Bailey Rae's Side-Swept Natural Hairstyle
For a special occasion, try a clean sweep natural hairstyle that gives off an undone updo vibe. All you need is a few well-camouflaged bobby pins.
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Rihanna's Natural Curly Tendrils
It was only a matter of time before we saw a natural 'do on the queen of switching up styles. To keep your ringlets less crunchy and more bouncy, douse them in a moisturizing curl-enhancer, like Miss Jessie's Jelly Soft Curls, $14. Apply to damp hair and let your hair do its thing.
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Jordin Sparks' Shiny Natural Spirals
To get Sparks' smooth, shiny curls, apply a leave-in conditioner, like Ouidad Curl Recovery Whipped Curls Daily Conditioner & Styling Primer, $26, to damp hair and let your hair air-dry. If you have larger, looser curls like Sparks', use a diffuser on your blow-dryer on medium-low heat to dry your hair. The attachment will help distribute heat more evenly, giving your natural hairstyle a more uniform spiral and shape.
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Viola Davis' Dyed Natural Hairstyle
If you like to keep your hair super-short, updos aren't an option. What is? Color. Coloring your close crop a lighter shade will also emphasize the texture and can easily be done at home.
It's safe to say we're in the midst of a natural hair movement. A slew of African-American stars have been showing off natural hairstyle ideas that prove chic doesn't always mean sleek. We love that these kinky, curly, natural hairstyles are less stressful on the hair and don't require being chained to the flat iron for 20 plus minutes every morning.
Whether you're just transitioning into a natural hairstyle and don't know where to start, or you're a natural hair care veteran who has fallen into a style rut, these hairstyles are your fix -- they're easy and a breath of fresh air guaranteed to keep your curls inspired.
