Summer is here, which means 2 things for Team Natural: heat and frizz. For those of us who want to enjoy this season without foregoing our beautiful curly and coily manes, protective styles are not only effective, but fashionable as well. Grab some quick inspiration by these women who are rocking the cutest protective styles this summer.
Protective Style Summer Inspiration
Half Up Box Braids
Instagram:
NaturallyGolden09
Try this half up, half down bun look with waist-length box braids.
Senegalese Bow
YouTube: Tupo Kay
Bun your Senegalese twists up into a big bow style for a chic updo.
Floral Clips
Instagram:kieraplease
Celebrate the season with colorful floral clips placed throughout your twists.
Colorful Twists
Tumblr:My Natural Sistas
Reddish hues show up so vibrantly in the summer sun, especially on shoulder-length chunky twists.
Extra Long Box Braids
Tumblr:Genuine Jenn
Ever since Beyonce posted a pic of her super long box braids, we’re all dying to rock protective styles down past our butt.
Box Braid Buns
Instagram:A Walking Doxology
Channel your inner fairy tale villain with this Maleficent-esque box braid style.
Scarf Ponytail
Blog:Helene Nygard (Helly Life”>
Tie your micro braids up into a high ponytail using a scarf or bandana for a bit of edge.
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Havana Updo
Blog:Belle Femme Diaries
Bun your chunky havana twists up into an elegant updo and pair with oversized hoop earrings.
Rollers on Marley Twists
Blog:Curl Please
Use rollers to give the ends of your Marley twists a more natural-looking finish.
Colorful Faux Locs
Instagram:She B Natural
Purple and black faux locs are the perfect way to testing out a style and color without making two lasting commitments.
Headwrap
YouTube: CorkAndBeans
Sometimes in the sweltering heat, a good ol’ headwrap is all you need to cover your tresses from styling manipulation and UV damage.
Marley Updo
YouTube: Jessica Pettway
One of the great things about chunky Marley twists is the styling versatility. Love this updo.
Messy Bun
Instagram: Green Enigma
Pull your faux locs up into a messy high bun and add some wooden beads for the eclectic vibe.
Cornrows
Blog: How to Black Hair
Cornrows are a beautiful protective style on Ghana braids, and help keep your natural hair out of your face while it’s hot outside.
Twisted Updo
Blog: Lovely You
Keep your ends tucked moisturized and tucked away with this gorgeous twisted updo. Add some summer flair with a flower clip.
