Managing a career and maintaining a stylish look can be a hassle. But being stylish while maintaining professionalism can be twice as challenging, especially for women in the corporate space. When it comes to hairstyles, black women have a wealth of versatile options that can be both stylish and easy to achieve, as well as professional.
Here are seven hairstyles that are stylish, easy to attain, and perfect for the busy working woman!
1. Classic Slicked Back Bun
This hairstyle is timeless and elegant, perfect for showcasing healthy hair. It exudes a sense of authority, confidence, and competence in the workplace, giving off that classy boss girl vibe any day.
Wash your hair, condition it, and use a styling gel to smooth the hair back into a high or low bun. Secure with a hair tie and bobby pins if required and finish with a spritz of holding spray for a polished look.
2. High Puff/Pineapple
This fun and easy style is perfect for both short, long, and even medium length hair. It projects a youthful and confident vibe, letting you show up like the queen you are, confident in your own hair and skin.
Gather all your hair at the crown of your head and secure it into a high pineapple puff. Use a hair tie or scrunchie to hold in place and fluff the hair at the top for a playful touch.
3. Afro Leave Out
While there have been many controversial conversations about whether it’s professional or not to wear an afro to work, nothing screams professional more than appearing in your natural, best and most confident form.
Embrace your natural texture with an afro leave out. You may stretch it with a blow dryer beforehand or use other heatless stretching methods to ensure you’re showing off most of your length if you want to. This style is bold and expressive, radiating confidence while still maintaining a professional look.
4. High Bow Bun
This is the perfect style to add a touch of playful to sophistication. It is elegant, polished, and creative, perfect for presentations or important meetings.
Gather the hair into a high ponytail and secure it with a hair tie. Leave some of the hair out while wrapping the ends of the pony again at the base to create a bun-like shape. Fluff it out and divide it down the middle. Cover the middle part with the hair you left out, wrap the rest around the base of the bow and pin it in place.
5. Low Puff
This sophisticated style is a great option for both relaxed or natural hair and offers an effortless, clean and polished look. Apply a styling cream and use your fingers to define your curls or coils. Gather hair at the nape of your neck and secure it into a low puff. Fluff the hair at the crown to create a puffy look.
6. The Wash and Go Twist Out
This low-maintenance style is perfect for busy mornings and ideal for days when you need a quick and easy hairstyle that still looks put-together. The style also saves a lot of time in the sense that it is long lasting and can be worn for up to a week without needing a re-do.
Simply wash and condition your hair, and apply a styling product like a curl cream or gel. Allow the hair to air dry or use a diffuser for added volume. For a twist out, section hair and twist each section with product before unraveling for defined curls.
7. Stitch Braids
Braids in the workplace are as classy as can be, but stitch braids are next level sophisticated! This protective style is both stylish and practical, and perfect for busy women who want a low maintenance hairstyle that lasts long.
Create a series of cornrows along the scalp, incorporating the stitch technique where the hair is fed through from one braid to the next. These braids can be worn for up to a month while still looking fresh and new, they can be worn down or styled into a bun or updo.
When choosing a hairstyle, remember to consider your hair type, length, and personal preferences. These are just a few suggestions to get you started. Feel free to mix, match, and come up with something different and personal.
With a little extra creativity, you can find a style that is both easy to manage and perfectly reflects your unique style. Embrace your natural beauty and rock your hairstyles with confidence! Happy styling!
