50 Natural Black Hairstyles for Your Next Salon Appointment

Sometimes you may run out of natural black hair styles ideas, and feel as if you’re stuck in a hair rut. Fear not, we have a lot of pictures that will give you major inspiration!

Do you know that feeling of being stuck on a particular look for too long? We can relate to that, and so we’ve searched through Instagram and made an amazing collection of the 50 trendiest and most elegant coifs for African American women. With these images, you’ll never have to worry about which look to wear next.

1. Fulani Braids with Afro Puff Bun. Here’s a chic idea to flatter a true beauty. It shows off your ‘fro to advantage. Another plus, your roots stay nice and protected.

2. Goddess Cornrow Braids. An elegant and super-chic coif for classy ladies. The style is easy, protective, and looks good for all occasions.

3. Cornrow Braids with Design. Cornrows to the world! For that authentic homegirl look, cornrows are best. Decorate with designs and beads to personalize your look.

4. Band Braids with Curls. You gotta love this idea. The creative braids in the front highlight your face while pushing your ‘fro curls out of your face. The flow of curly locks in the back is awesome!

5. Edgy Braid-and-Drop Coif. Keeping it real is the real deal. Let your curl speak your style. You like it edgy, keep it edgy; you like it cool, go for cool. Feel free to choose the look that speak ‘you’.

6. Polished Tribal Braids. Of course, our list of ideas cannot be complete without super-cute tribal braids like these. The coif is always a hit, no matter the shape of your face.

7. Short Layered Twists. Who said you have to choose only one type of braids? A combination of single twist braids and flat twists makes a really fascinating pair. Accessorize with cuffs and beads for more glam.

8. Neat Micro Cornrows and Braided Ponytail. Treat your curls to a chic braids-and-ponytail updo. The style may take some time to create, but it’s all worth it. After all, if you don’t pamper yourself, who will?

9. Extra-Tall Top Knot Updo. When it comes to creating coifs with extensions, it’s all about your imagination. You can tweak, combine, and rearrange styles to come up with a trendsetting hairdo.

10. Jumbo Yarn Locs. With wool or yarn, your braider can create this simple but truly elegant updo. The style is protective and can last for more than 4 weeks. Keep your scalp neat by cleaning it often.

11. Braided Updo with Bangs. Braids with beads are captivating. For this updo, wooden beads were used to highlight the bangs. The outcome is a magnificent coif fit for a queen.

12. Bantu Knots and Side Braids. When you need your locks super-stylish quickly, think Bantu knots. Whether your curls are long or short, this is one dope idea you need to try.

13. Space Knots and Afro Curls Medley. Fashionistas are going to fall all da way in love with this fancy style blast. Space knots to get the hair out of your face and a free flow of long curls in the back. Add reverse braids and beads for a tribal touch.

14. Braided Updo with Beads. Ethnic updos are truly diverse; from simple and chic cornrows to grand and mesmeric braided looks. Stay true to the motherland with these gorgeous, intricately coiffured braids adorned with beads.

15. Funky Braided Mohawk. Show-stopping braided ‘hawk for melanin beauties. Picture yourself wearing your beautiful dress and a gorgeous updo like this. Yeah… that’s what we’re talking about.

16. Center-Parted Heart Braids. Wow! She literally killed it. The scalp work, the braid patterns, the baby hair…all on point. The makeup? Fire. A fantastic coif for African American ladies.

17. Trendy Faux Locs. If you are looking for fabulous looks with extensions, look no further. Faux locs, a sister to dreads, give you that unique locs look with extra sheen and a twisted appearance.

18. Jumbo Bun Hair Piece. Whether as a quick fix or bridal coif for your big day, the sleek jumbo bun is fabulous. Use a good styling gel to slick down your curls.

19. Rope Twists in a Bun. Ask your local braider to give you something similar to this look. You need to use quality extensions if you want that impressive bun. Twists are protective and absolutely gorgeous.

20. Glossy Faux Locs. What do we love locs? The versatility. You can practically change your look time after time. Locs are da bomb. If you don’t have them naturally, faux your way to it.

21. Snaky Blonde Cornrows. Think that cornrows are a plain idea? Scratch that. Your cornrows can be as show-stopping as you want. There isn’t anything basic about these attractive blonde cornrows.

22. Knotless Braids in a High Ponytail. Knotless braids are all the rage at the moment. Inject more individuality into your braided coifs by tweaking up your braids. How about adding some cool face-framing ‘bangs’?

23. Braided Pineapple Updo. Looking at the beauty of these knotless braids and all the intricate details that went into it, girl you’ve got to flaunt them. A top knot updo like this draws just the right attention to your priceless braids.

24. Kinky Jumbo Twists. These jumbo twists are giving us some cool, funky vibes. The best part is that such ropes hardly wear out. They get better day by day.

25. Voluminous Braided Ponytail. A ponytail brushes your locks back and accentuates your facial features. A low braided ponytail is quick to create and looks amazing.

26. Braided Halo with Curly Bun. Here is another gorgeous design to do with your curls. Braiding a halo adds a lovely, feminine feel to your updo. Define your curls in the back for a cute curly bun.

27. Twist Braids Mohawk. Protective coifs like twist braids can maintain your locks protected while they are growing. Moisturize your scalp regularly to keep your coif shiny and long-lasting.

28. Stitch Cornrows with High Ponytail. Use intricate patterns and thicker/thinner braids to make your updo stand out from the rest. Colored extensions that complement your base color are another eye-catching detail you can add to your look.

29. Two-Tone Dreads. The enthralling beauty of dreadlocks doesn’t leave you indifferent. There are many fascinating ways to style your dreads. Try sweeping your medium locs to a side. Arrange the rest of your dreads on the crown and tie them with a shiny golden thread.

30. Stitch Braids with Design. This is an easy braided look that can be made with extensions. Lay your baby hairs down for a delicate detail.

31. Loc Pigtails. For loc lovers, here is a great way to rock your long dreads. These loc pigtails save you from the stress of styling your hair daily and lend you a youthful vibe.

32. Sleek and Curly Half Up Half Down. Looking for princess coifs with curls? The curly half up half down is one of them. You’ll instantly look like royalty.

33. Braids with Curls. One of the trendiest upstyles for women of class. The jumbo top knot lends you extra height. Drop down some curls for a fascinating finish.

34. Angled Cornrows. Here is a fashion tip: instead of braiding your cornrows straight to the back, try angling them to one side or braid a little off-center. You’ll be thrilled with the fantastic difference this little change can make.

35. Tuck Updo for Senegalese Twists. If your curls are not long enough to create this elegant updo, you can make up whatever is lacking in length with extensions.

36. Cute Stitch Braids. These pigtails prove that you don’t have to spend many hours in a salon to get the chicest braided looks.

37. Feed-In Braids and Ponytail. Hair extensions are normally used to create this type of braids. Extensions are fed in during the braiding process. Cornrows that transition into braids provide appealing styling options.

38. Braided Mohawk. A ‘hawk with braids is one of the trending ideas for curly locks. The cornrowed sides give a semblance of an undercut.

39. Goddess Braids with Added Color. Never underestimate the power of adding a little bit of color to your braids. It delivers pizazz to your overall appearance.

40. Twisted Faux Locs. Kinky locs are for bold and classy babes. Whether faux or real, they can be styled to look party-ready or office-appropriate. These twisted locs can be packed in a cute short ponytail.

41. Wavy Cornrows to the Top. A great way to keep your curls well-protected. This get-up-and-go coif has got a lot of benefits – it stays new for long and you can wear it with pleasure and comfort.

42. Chunky Natural Flat Twists. We’re in love with the look of this type of cornrows on kinky locks. It may not last as long as the traditional cornrows, but it’s super-gorgeous while it lasts.

43. Very Cool Distressed Locs. The cool Bohemian vibes of this style are alluring. To take the volume high, mix two colors. Brown and black? Yes, please.

44. Feminine Kinky Updo. This kinky Mohawk just gives you this elegant, confident look that you need to walk down the aisle or the red carpet, as the case may be. Ask our celebrity sisters, and they’ll say “yes” to this.

45. Sleek Braided Mohawk. To make your updo stay good for days, consider using styling gel to hold your sides down. You’ll get to wear it for a week or more before you’ll need to visit the salon again.

46. Braided Space Buns. Medium-size stitch braids terminating in single braids make the base for this cute updo. Style the hair into two space buns for a sultry, chic look.

47. Eye-Catching Afro Wrap. We are in love with this wrap for a reason. You can adapt it to suit your preference. Feel free to adorn it as you like.

48. Voluminous Short Twist Braids. Here is a protective style to keep you looking fabulous during those times when you need to give your curls some breathing space. It doesn’t put much stress on your roots and lets you rest from all the pulls and strains.

49. Clap Cornrows. Named after the image it evokes, two hands clasped together, this braided design looks cute and fresh. If you have a round face, this lifted updo shape will definitely flatter you.

50. Stitch Braids to a Nape Bun. Y’all know that buns ooze elegance. Add some cultural flair and braid your locks to the back before styling a bun. A low braided bun looks sexy in a sporty way.

These styles are as cool as they’re glamorous, agree? Screenshot your picks or better still, bookmark this page. We regularly update the content, and more brilliant ideas are yet to come!