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Kimberly Elise

Use lots of curl or coiling cream on your hair before finger curling each section and then inserting hair clips on each side of the head.

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Janelle Monae

You'll need to comb out your hair for this one, possibly using heat. Then, create a top knot and sweep the rest of your hair to the back of your head and pin in place before adding your accessories.

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Tracee Ellis Ross

Get these big, loose curls by using a paddle brush to deconstruct the curls until you're happy with how the shape looks.

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Zoë Kravitz

Who says cornrows can't be classy? Celebs have been wearing this look on the red carpet a lot lately — and it adds a great touch to an elegant look.

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Tessa Thompson

The actress looks uber cool with this double-braided ponytail/milkmaid braid combo.

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