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Danai Gurira's Gorgeous Natural Style

The Walking Dead is back! And as Danai Gurira gets back to her zombie-slicing ways on screen, it's the perfect time to review her best real-life hair moments. We think the naturalista is simply flawless in her sexy cropped do. But don't just take our word for it—click to see for yourself.
By Crystal G. Martin · Updated October 27, 2020
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Side View

Danai is a vision in dusty rose. The monochromatic romantic look is the perfect complement to her sexy short do.

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All Out Glam

Long, curled lashes bring a sense of glamour to Danai’s cropped hair.

Danai Gurira's Gorgeous Natural Style
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Cute and Casual

Danai’s hair shows its versatility as she can go from red carpet gorgeous to casual chic, as she did here at the Sundance Film Festival.

Danai Gurira's Gorgeous Natural Style
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Fresh Cut

Danai’s freshly trimmed hair looks so polished during a visit to the Sirius radio.

Danai Gurira's Gorgeous Natural Style
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Copper Queen

Cinnamon-colored lipstick is a fall-friendly blend of orange and brown. Here, Danai pairs her spiced pout with a metallic leather bustier and amber necklace.

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White Hot

With a close crop, cheekbones are on full display. So Danai played hers up with hot pink blush, like Make Up For Ever HD Microfinish Blush in Truth or Dare ($26). Beauty Editor Note: Bright pinks look truly terrifying in the bottle but blend in beautifully.

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High Brow

Danai’s face-framing brows have a perfect arch and are filled-in but not fakey.

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Bordeaux Beauty

Danai vamps up her crop with a deep wine lip. (You too can have this look by clicking here.)

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Pretty in Pink

Sheer baby pink lipstick and doe eyes look sweet and girly.

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Black & Yellow

A very nude lip isn’t distracting us from her intricately embroidered gown. Statement earrings draw the eye up—to her fierce cut.

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Perfect Match

A bright red lip and lush lashes look retro-chic worn with crimson lace.

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Silver Fox

Silver eyeshadow is risky on darker skin tones—there’s a chance it can look garish. But Danai pulls it off brilliantly here. It’s subtle and ethereal, not harsh.

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Au Naturel

Danai gives us an earthy look with beaded earrings and just a swipe of clear gloss.

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Orange Crush

Danai emphasizes her eyes with a dusting of shimmering golden apricot shadow.

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Early Days

Flashback back to 2007: Danai’s glowing skin is on full display at a photo call for The Visitor.

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