Funky Afro Hairstyles For Women and Men

While most women avoid shaving their heads bald, Tiffany chose to do so and felt empowered as a result of her decision. It's critical to keep Afro-textured hair hydrated when it's lightened to a blonde color. Even though Tiffany does not have a lot of hair length to play with, she has styled her hair into small braids. This not only brings some glam to her look but also adds texture and fun as well. You are going to need to cut your hair once every 4 weeks or so to ensure that your cut stays in shape and that the color will stick nicely to your hair. If you are going to add the color as well, you will need to touch up your color once every 6 weeks or so to ensure that the color stays vibrant and that your roots do not show.

These beautiful waves look best with the 'less is more' attitude. Try a monochromatic look where the eyeshadow, blush, lipstick, and highlighter are all in the same shade range. Add a bit of bronzer to add the sunkissed glow and you are ready for any occasion.

Elle Smith has an amazing hairstyle that you are going to love! The great thing about this style is that it is full of life, volume and bounce. This style might take a while for you to style and get right but once you do, you are going to live for it! The style can suit almost any face shape as well as hair texture. You are going to need to style your hair tight in the morning so that by the end of the night, you still have lots of bounce and fun in the style. This hairstyle speaks volumes for itself and can either be left fairly simple or completely done up for a night out with the girls.

For a more subtle look try a champagne eye shadow with a dark berry blush a nude lip with gloss and a popping highlighter to accentuate the cheekbones and draw attention upwards towards the hair. With a bolder look try a reverse cat eye with smokey charcoal colors and a bold red or dark purple lip for an extra pop of color.

Angela Bassett has a big personality and a hairstyle to match. This is a great hairstyle to have if you need to create some volume. If you have hair that is thinning out and need some help creating the illusion of a fuller looking head of hair, then this is the style for you. Styling your hair like this is going to take some time but once it is done, you are going to love the volume and bounce of this style. You are going to need to use some product to help ensure that the curls stay in, but once they do, this hairstyle is going to last you awhile. You are going to need to cut your hair once every 6 weeks or so to ensure that your ends stay healthy.

When it comes to your makeup application, you want to make sure that you keep your makeup simple so that your hair can be the star of the show. You can do a gorgeous natural smokey eye with a lip color that is going to sparkle. You want to make sure that your eyebrows are perfect as this hairstyle opens up your face nicely. Do not forget to highlight and contour your face and neck area to help give the illusion of a perfect oval face shape. The only downside to this hairstyle is that glasses will not suit this look.

Rege Jean Page has been all over our screens as the hot star in Bridgerton and now you can have the same hairstyle as him! The best part about this hairstyle is that it embraces your natural curls and allows you to show them off. The shorter hair on the sides will help to frame your face. This hairstyle opens up your face well which means that you can show off your handsome facial features. Glasses will suit this look.

When it comes to your eyebrows, you want to make sure that you keep them shaped well and not like a jungle on your face. You can go for threading which is quick and better for your skin than waxing. If you want to pull off this look the same way as Rege, you want to have a nice, clean shave. Use after balm on your face and neck area to help keep your skin smooth and ingrown free. You are going to want to cut your hair once every 4 weeks or so to ensure that your new hairstyle stays in shape. Now you can look just like a handsome Duke.

How magnificent does Mina El Hammani look! She is embracing her natural hair texture and we are so glad that she is doing this. It is awesome to see someone who has hair like this and they are showing the world how well you can pull off this hair texture. This hairstyle is ideal for someone who has a naturally wavy hair texture or someone who wants to create some volume and bounce with their hairstyle. The nice thing about this look is that you do not have to worry about having hair flying around all over the show. If you have fly away hair, it is not an issue with this look. You are going to want to use some product before you style and dry your hair so that you accentuate the hair texture. Other than that, a bit of hairspray to lock in this look and you are good to go! You are going to want to cut your hair once every 4 weeks or so to ensure that the ends of your hair stays healthy.

When it comes to your makeup application, you want to let your hair be the star of the show. With hair this gorgeous, you want to keep your makeup natural looking. So, stick to your natural palettes such as your browns and golds. It is important to highlight and contour your face so that you can create the illusion of a perfect oval face shape.

Mel B spices up her look here with her long afro locks that have been parted in the middle and slicked down on the top. Tight curls all through the mid-lengths to ends of these tresses gives this style plenty of bounce and movement. Regular trims every 4-6 weeks will help prevent split ends and keep the hair looking thick and healthy. Mel's color is another standout feature here, with her dark chocolate brown tresses complimenting her complexion and eye color.

This naturally curly mane is layered all through the back and sides to balance out the body and volume. Highlights are added to give this casual style contrast and completes the over-all 'do perfectly. This hairstyle is best suited for those with naturally tight curly hair and will need regular trims to prevent split ends.

Halle Berry is fond of wearing head turning hairstyles and her latest one is no exception. This 'do looks fabulous on her oval face shape and brings all of the attention to her stunning features. Halle has large, expressive features so rocking a voluminous cut is easy for her to do. This hairstyle shows off her long neck and high cheekbones, while the layers all over create shape and volume. As we are used to seeing Halle with very textured, short hair, it's great to see her in a carefree, sexy voluminous 'do that shows off her natural flair and style. Overall this is a great look for Halle that works with her face shape , sense of style and her hair type.

Halle has a very soft-looking complexion that is a gorgeous light brown tone. She also has eyes that are dark which makes her suited to dark brown hair the best, however she can also pull off light brunette and blonde too thanks to her complexion. Here, she has chosen light blonde highlights with a brunette base. This is an excellent color choice for her as it makes her eyes pop and gives her complexion a warm glow. Not to mention, it adds more style and edge to her curly locks.

The sides and back of this 'do are pulled up and secured at the top of the head to add movement and shape. This fancy hairstyle is perfect to turn heads at any special occasion and needs strong hold product to keep it in place all day or night.

Amirah Vann is fond of wearing a variety of exciting hairstyles and her latest look is no exception. This 'do looks fabulous on her oblong face shape and brings all of the attention to her stunning features. Amirah has large, expressive features so rocking a sky high up-do isn't a problem for her to pull off. Here she has managed to create the appearance of a short, asymmetrical 'do by sweeping her long curls to the top of her head and securing them loosely at the crown. This hairstyle shows off her long neck and high cheekbones, while the layers in the front covers her high forehead. Overall this is a great look for Amirah that works with her face shape and hair type well.

Amirah has a very soft-looking complexion that is a gorgeous light brown tone. She also has eyes that are dark brown which make her suited to dark brown hair the best, however she can also pull off light brunette and blonde too thanks to her complexion. Here, she has chosen her natural dark brown shade to complete her look. This is an excellent color choice for her as it makes her eyes pop and gives her complexion a warm glow.

Amirah Vann is an American actress, known for Tracers (2015), And So It Goes (2014) and Underground (2016).

The sides and back of this look are pulled up and secured at the top of the head to add movement and shape. This fancy hairstyle is perfect to turn heads at any special occasion and needs strong hold product to keep it in place all day or night.

Leona Lewis is fond of wearing head turning hairstyles and her latest one is no exception. This 'do looks fabulous on her oblong face shape and brings all of the attention to her stunning features. Leona has large, expressive features so rocking a super short pixie cut is easy for her to do, even if it's a faux pixie! Here she has managed to create the appearance of short hair by sweeping her long curls to the top of her head. This hairstyle shows off her long neck and high cheekbones, while the layers in the front covers her high forehead. Overall this is a great look for Leona that works with her face shape and hair type well.

Leona has a very soft-looking complexion that is a gorgeous light brown tone. She also has eyes that are green which make her suited to dark brown hair the best, however she can also pull off light brunette and blonde too thanks to her complexion. Here, she has chosen a light blonde shade to complete her ‘do. This is an excellent color choice for her as it makes her eyes pop and gives her complexion a warm glow.

Leona Lewis is a British singer, songwriter and animal welfare campaigner. She was born and raised in the London Borough of Islington, London, where she attended the BRIT School for Performing Arts and Technology.

Gorgeous large curls are dressed all through the mid-lengths to ends of these tresses giving this style plenty of bounce and movement. This 'do is easy to re-create with the right tools although may be time-consuming with long and/or thick locks. Regular trims every 4-6 weeks will help prevent split ends and keep the hair looking thick and healthy.

Laverne Cox looks lovely here in long wavy locks that show off her best assets. This ‘do frames her oblong face shape nicely and makes the most of her naturally thick hair texture. Laverne has a high, rounded hairline which makes her best suited to a grown-out fringe, as seen here. The center part and voluminous waves help to frame her face and soften up her jaw line. Layers throughout give this hairstyle movement, and also helps to reduce any heavy or bulky weight in the hair.

Laverne has a warm, medium-dark complexion with gold undertones and dark brown eyes. This makes her best suited to hair colors on the warm spectrum like golden blonde and brown tones seen here. To warm up her complexion and give her tresses a sun-kissed look, she has added light blonde highlights throughout the ends. This gives her hair some extra pizzazz and a beachy finish.

Laverne Cox is an American actress, reality television star, television producer, and LGBT advocate

This medium length bob is dressed in curls all through the back and sides to give the over-all hairstyle plenty of bounce and movement. The shape of this 'do is perfect to complement an oblong face and great for any occasion. Product is needed to tame fly-away hair and regular trims will help maintain a healthy look and feel.

Laverne Cox looks lovely here in a shoulder length layered bob that is perfect for both day and night. Laverne has an oblong face shape with a defined jawline so ‘dos with texture and wave work well to soften her features. Her layered locks have a natural curly texture which gives her hair extra body and bounce while her deep parted side fringe highlights her eyes. This ‘do is a simple but timeless hairstyle that is ideal for her face shape as it balances out her features and gives her face a more oval shape.

Laverne has a rich warm skin tone with dark brown eyes which makes her best suited to dark brunette and black hair the best. However, thanks to the golden tones in her skin she can also pull of brassy gold and blonde hair colors as seen here. Overall this golden blonde tone warms her skin up and shows off her eye color nicely.

Laverne Cox is an American actress, reality television star, television producer, and LGBT advocate.

The ends of this black mane are layered to give this hairstyle a textured look and feel. The body and volume throughout the lengths and ends makes this softening hairstyle great for those wanting a 'do to compliment a square or round face. Regular trims every 4-6 weeks is needed to prevent split ends.

Draya Michele looks glam and sexy here in wavy layered locks that fall just past her shoulders. This hairstyle looks great with her oblong face shape as it camouflages her wide angles and highlights her strong cheekbones. Draya's ‘do also makes the most of her coarse hair type and pumps up the volume, thanks to her hair's natural wavy texture and blunt-cut ends. The length is also working well for her here as oblong-shaped faces look great with longer , voluminous cuts that add width around the face.

Draya has a warm complexion and dark eyes. She is suited to wearing hair colors that have a dark brown or black base to them due to her dark features and medium skin tone. Here, she goes for a glossy jet black shade that looks great with her skin tone and eye color.

Draya Michele is an American television personality. She was one of the main cast members in the VH1 reality series Basketball Wives LA since its premiere in 2010.

A combination of layers cut all through the sides and back of this 'do balances out the volume and bounce of the natural curls for a voluminous look and feel. This 'do is perfect for those with naturally tight curly hair looking for a style to compliment a long face and will need product for hold and shine.

Annie Ilonzeh looks lovely here with curly shoulder length hairstyle that has a sculpted silhouette. Working with her natural hair texture, this 'do has been cut with graduated layers to create a gorgeous halo effect. This is ideal for her face shape, which is an oblong, as it benefits from the added fullness around the face and chin area in particular. Annie has a short forehead with a straight hairline which is ideal for wearing a grown out fringe and part-less 'do.

Annie has a warm complexion with gold undertones and dark brown eyes. This makes her well suited to natural black and brown hair tones the best. Here, she goes for a warm, glossy black shade. This color works well for her and warms up her skin tone, plus it makes her eye color even more noticeable. This is a great choice for her complexion and it gives her locks a healthy, shiny finish.

Annie Ilonzeh is an American actress. She is known for her roles as Maya Ward on General Hospital and Kate Prince in the short-lived ABC reboot of Charlie's Angels.

The sides and back of this look are cropped close to the head while the longer length through the top is curled perfectly to add a movement and shape. This fancy hairstyle is perfect to turn heads at any special occasion and needs strong hold product to keep it in place all day or night.

Fantasia Barrino is fond of wearing head turning hairstyles and her latest one is no exception. This hairstyle looks fabulous on her oblong face shape and brings all of the attention to her stunning features. Fantasia has large, expressive features so rocking a super short pixie cut is easy for her to do. But here she has managed to add a twist with some large curls. The closely cropped sides of this cut show off her long neck and high cheekbones, while the jagged fringe in the front covers her high forehead. Overall this is a great cut for Fantasia that works with her face shape and hair type well.

Fantasia has a very soft-looking complexion that is a gorgeous medium brown tone. She also has eyes that are dark brown which make her suited to dark brown and black hair the best. Here, she has chosen a shiny jet black shade to complete her ‘do. This is an excellent color choice for her as it makes her eyes pop and gives her complexion a warm glow.

Fantasia Barrino is an American R&B singer, songwriter, actress, and author. She rose to fame as the winner of the third season of the reality television series American Idol in 2004.

This afro style is tapered in to the head through the back and sides, blending into the top length that is long enough to give this casual style a low-fuss finish. This look is best suited for those with thick hair and needs regular trims to maintain shape.

This afro do is tapered into the head through the sides and back leaving the top long enough to give this look height and shape making it a great casual style to frame a round face. Regular trims is needed every 4-6 weeks to help this style in shape and only a little product is needed to add gloss.

This puffy afro hairdo is rounded perfectly through the top to achieve a well shaped hairstyle that is best suited for those with naturally thick curly hair. Regular trims is needed every 4-6 weeks to maintain this shape and a small amount of product will add shine.

This natural black mane is clipper cut short and close to the head around the back and sides maintaining a neat edge, while the top length is left long enough to give the over-all style shape and height. This is a great look to balance out a round face and needs regular trims every 4-6 weeks to maintain shape.

This natural afro mane is tapered into the nape and sides while the top is left slightly longer to achieve a rounded shape. This is a low-fuss hairstyle best suited for those with thick tight curly hair and needs regular trims every 4-6 weeks to maintain shape.

This high and fancy 'do is perfect for those wanting a head-turning style to complement a round, oval, heart, or triangle face shape for any special occasion. These naturally thick locks are styled into curls, pulled up, and pinned to the crown to achieve this shape. The loops in this style have been pinned with bobby pins to keep the loops in shape. The nice thing about these loops is that you can add some diamond pins to give this look a glam look and feel. Her bangs have been sleeked on the side which creates a different hair texture to the tight curls in the back. A strong hold product is needed to keep this updo in shape all day or night.

A brown smoky eye with a color on your lower lash line can draw attention to and lengthen your eyes when it comes to your makeup application. Or even very little to no eye and pink lip shadow would be ideal for a soft, glam appearance. Remember that this hairstyle emphasizes your forehead more, so to give your face lovely depth, contour your forehead and add blush to the center of each cheek.

Only a small amount of product is needed to style this curly 'do. The back and sides are cropped short blending in perfectly to the top length that is left long enough to allow a rounded shape making it a great look to balance out a long face. Regular trims is needed every 4-6 weeks to maintain this hairstyle.

These naturally tight curly locks are braided all over then styled up into this head-turning upstyle best suited to frame a round face. This look is perfect for those with naturally thick hair and needs time and product to re-create.

This mini afro 'do is tapered around the back and sides while the top is left slightly longer for shape. This hairstyle is perfect for those with naturally tight curly hair and will need regular trims every 4-6 weeks to maintain style.

This naturally curly mane is cut short and close to the head all over to maintain a neat and tidy style that is easy to manage with regular trims every 4-6 weeks. This look is great for any occasion and needs only a small amount of product for shine.

This naturally tight curly mane is cropped short and close to the head around the back and sides while the top is left slightly longer to for shape and style. This look is great for those with naturally thick curly hair and will need regular trims every 4-6 weeks to maintain style.

This naturally curly mane is cropped short in uniform layers to balance out the body and volume for an even look and feel. This casual hairdo is great for those with naturally thick locks looking for a low-fuss hairstyle that is easy to manage with regular trims.

These naturally thick locks have been straightened and pulled up and back to achieve height and texture through the top making it a great style to balance out a round face. This casual hairstyle is easy to maintain with regular trims every4- 6 weeks and product for hold and shine.

A combination of layers cut all through the sides and back of this big blonde 'do balances out the volume and bounce of the natural curls for a voluptuous look and feel. This look is perfect for those with naturally tight curly looking for a style to compliment a long face and will need product for hold and shine.

The legendary Chaka Khan is looking as vibrant and youthful as ever. Is it her luminous, line-free skin? Or that wildly wonderful hair of hers? Chaka Khan has also lost a lot of weight too, which is probably another reason for her inner and outer glow. In any case, the Queen of Funk knows how to rock trendy hair even on the cusp of 60! If you have dark skin like Chaka's, you too can be fresh and funky in vibrant red hair. Here's how:

Chaka Khan has chosen a glossy bold red. Tell your hairstylist that you want a deep cherry wine shade as the final result, to avoid getting an orangey Rihanna-style red. For the application, follow Khan's lead and go for a half head of highlights. For a blended look, tell your stylist for very thin highlights. To get bolder streaks like Chaka Khan, ask for thicker highlight sections. It's best to get a half head rather than a full head of highlights to keep your natural black hair underneath as a good base.

These hot red locks have only subtle layers cut around the edges which enhances the bounce and volume of the natural curls. This big voluptuous hairdo is perfect for those with naturally thick hair wanting a look with plenty of shape and width to compliment a long face. Regular trims will help prevent split ends.

Now that you have Chaka's hair, try out her eye-grabbing style and add some funk through your outfits and jewelry. And remember to invest in a great berry-shade of lip gloss like Khan is wearing here.

These thick locks have only long subtle layers cut around the edges the enhance the movement and bounce of the waves through the mid-lengths to ends. This bouncy 'do is great for those with a natural kink in their locks and is easy to maintain with regular trims every 4-6 weeks and a little product for hold and shine.

This naturally curly mane is layered all through the back and sides to balance out the body and volume. Highlights are added to give this casual style contrast and completes the over-all 'do perfectly. This hairstyle is best suited for those with naturally tight curly hair and will need regular trims to prevent split ends.

The back and sides of this naturally thick and curly mane is shaved short and close to the head blending into the top which is left long enough to show off the natural curls. This look is perfect for those with thick coarse locks wanting a hairstyle with shape and easy to manage with regular trims every 4-6 weeks.

For those with naturally curly hair looking for a tidy hairstyle with shape, this look could be for you. A combination of medium to long layers are cut around the back and sides to balance out the volume and bounce for an look and feel. This will be a great hairstyle to complement a long face and will need product for hold and shine.

This curly 'do is cut short and close to the sides and back of the head leaving the top slightly longer to allow the natural curls to do what they do best. This casual 'do is great for those with naturally curly hair and perfect for any occasion. Regular trims is needed to maintain this shape and a little product for hold and shine.

This dread locked hairdo is pulled and pinned to the top of the head to form this very creative upstyle great for any occasion. This look is easy to re-create at home and will need plenty of bobby pins to hold style in place.

This full and fancy hairdo is thanks to the layers cut all through the back and sides allowing the curls and waves to sit perfectly. This formal hairstyle is easy to re-create with the right tools and products and best suited for long face shapes.

A combination of medium to long layers cut through these locks enhance the movement of the waves added through the sides and back for a soft look and feel. This look is easy to re-create and great for any day or night occasion.

In this photo, Whitney Houston proves she had it. We've all seen her look worse for wear while she battled her demons, but her she looked in top form again, not to mention she was ageing fabulously.

Her classic, simple hairstyle can be worn by women of all ages and face shapes with medium-sized curls. Her hair has been nicely layered all over to show off her curls and create a soft, rounded silhouette, rather than the bottom-heavy shape girls with curly hair can end up with. She has allowed the front of her hair to drape over her face which creates a nice angle and draws attention to her eyes. Whitney has an oval face shape with a high forehead, so wearing styles that have a bit of coverage around the top can make everything look in proportion.

Whitney's fabulous cut would be nothing if her hair was damaged, so it's a good job she has shiny, healthy hair. Her rich dark brown hair color also compliments the cut nicely. If you have curls like Whitney, copy her haircut - and her hair care regime!

A combination of layers cut all through the back and sides of this 'do balances out the body and fullness making this hairstyle perfect for those looking for a big hairstyle to compliment a long face. Regular trims is needed every 4-6 weeks to maintain style and prevent slit ends.

This thick mane is layered through the sides and back which is great to enhance the curls added to the mid-lengths to ends for body and fullness. This is perfect to compliment a long face shape and will need product for hold and shine.

This naturally thick mane is cut in uniform layers to balance out the body and volume all over for easy maintenance. This is great for those who have the natural tight curly locks and is easy to look after with regular trims every 4-6 weeks.

Big and Bouncy is what this look is about. Jagged layers are cut into the sides and back to enhance the volume and balances out the fullness for a perfect finish. This look is great for those naturally curly thick locks and will need product for hold and shine.

This naturally tight curly mane is cut to sit above the jaw-line with layers cut all through the back and sides to balance out the body and volume making it easy to style with a little product. This hairstyle is best suited for those with naturally curly thick locks and will need regular trims to maintain shape.

Full and fancy is what this fab 'do is about. This medium length hairstyle is blow-waved then set in rollers to achieve maximum body to form this fantastic shape. This hairdo is perfect for any special occasion and is easy to re-create with the right tools and products.

This well maintained hairstyle is neatly cut to form a rounded shape that is great for those with thick hair looking for a hairdo that is easy to maintain with regular trims. A little product is needed for hold and shine.

Big and bouncy is the main idea for this hairstyle. These naturally curly locks are jagged cut on the ends to lighten the layers to allow bounce giving this hairdo plenty of width and height. This hairdo is best suited for those with naturally thick curly hair looking for a fun and flirty hairdo to wow onlookers.

Medium to long layers cut all through the back and sides of this naturally curly 'do balances out the volume and body for a fancy full look and feel. This look will be best suited for those with long and narrow face shapes and will need regular trims every 4-6 weeks to prevent split ends.

This curly hairstyle is cut in uniform layers all over to maintain a well balanced look and feel which makes it easy to style with a little product for hold and shine. This hairdo is easy to maintain with regular trims every 4-6 weeks and is perfect for any day or night occasion.

This big and bold do is best suited for those with naturally curly hair. The layers cut around the sides and back balance out the body and volume and also allowing the different color tones to seep through the dark color. This fantastic hairstyle will need time to re-create and product for hold and shine.

This naturally curly mane has uniform cut layers all over to maintain a well balanced look and feel which is easy to maintain with regular trims every 4-6 weeks. This look is great for any occasion and will need only a little product for shine.

A combination of layers cur all through the back sides and top of this curly mane balances out the volume for a well balanced look and feel. This naturally curly mane is perfect for those with thick hair looking for a style to compliment a long face shape.