Beauty
Bantu knots, fro hawks, and more.
But that couldnt be further from the truth.
you might also opt for braids and other protective styles as well as popular cuts like the beloved bob.
The possibilities are actually pretty endless.
Youll want a great dryer and diffuser (her pick is theT3 AireLuxeandDiffuserattachment) to get your curls ready.
Below, NaiVasha and Powell share some of their favorite hairstyles for short natural hair.
Keep reading to see their picks and more curl inspo.
1Finger Waves
One of Powells favorite ways to style short hair is with finger waves.
This 1920s-inspired do is still very much in style and the best part low-maintenance.
2Fro Hawk
Another favorite of Powells is the fro hawk.
This style is edgy and fun.
If you want, it’s possible for you to dye your tips for a pop of color.
4Bantu Knots
NaiVasha is a fan of Bantu knots for short natural hair.
Tracee Ellis Ross wears large ones for a fun look.
5Put A Pin In It
When in doubt, pin it out.
They can dress up any occasion, says Powell.
6Buzzed Fro
Thinking about a big chop?
Go the buzzed route like Solange once did for a super cool look.
7Curly Bob
Long livethe bob.
8Layered Bob
Add some definition and shape to your curly bob by adding layers.
9Shag It
For something eye-catching, Powell suggests a curly shag or mullet.
Here, Halle Berry wears her curly shag with bangs.
10Color Palette
Powell says colored curls are a great way to elevate short hair.
A cool silver tone like Cynthia Erivos is next level.
11Half Up Half Down
Powell loves a good half up, half down look for short hair.
[It] adds versatility to the styling routine, she says.
12Deep Side Part
Lupita Nyongos asymmetrical hairstyle is a dynamic way to change things up styling-wise.
13Gold Braided Moment
Dress up braids with fun metallic gold details like beds and string interlaced throughout.
17Defined Afro
Let your fro reign free like Viola Davis.
The defined curly, round afro is glorious in my opinion, says NaiVasha.
18Classic Cornrows
Another great protective style to consider for natural hair is cornrows.
19Slicked Bun
Slick back your short natural curly hair and tie in a small, tight bun.
Style hair in an S-wave along the crown of your head to elevate the look.
