Flower crowns and feather headpieces are so passé. If you’re meeting us in NOLA for ESSENCE Fest or heading to another summer destination, prepare to be the ‘mane’ attraction in some of our favorite Black girl-approved festival hairstyles.
First, we’re showing you how to create a half-up, half-down style that incorporates bantu knots. As with any style, be sure to weatherproof your ‘do with a humidity-resistant product.
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Step 1: Begin with freshly washed and blow dried hair.
Bantu Knot Flex
Step 2: Part the hair straight down the middle of the head to the crown with a rat tail comb.
Bantu Knot Flex
Step 3: Create a second part from the center to the left side of the head, ending behind the ear.
Bantu Knot Flex
Step 4: Repeat on the right side and clip away one side of the head.
Bantu Knot Flex
Step 5: Brush the left side into a secure ponytail. Use an alcohol-free gel or pomade to smooth out edges.
Bantu Knot Flex
Step 7: Create a secure top knot. Repeat step 5 on the opposite side.
Bantu Knot Flex
Step 8: Take out the clips and fluff the hair in the back. Voila!
Bantu Knot Flex