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Home • Hair

Top Ways To Slay in Your Graduation Cap With Natural Hair

Leave the ponytails and top knots at home, graduation is a time to be creative and show off your hair. Try these looks for your upcoming big day.
By Deena Campbell · Updated October 27, 2020
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Cap and Gown Slay
Wearing big curls with a side part is a great way to show off your face, while allowing your natural hair to frame your face. We love Patrice E’s grad style!
Top Ways To Slay in Your Graduation Cap With Natural Hair
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Cap and Gown Slay
“These caps are definitely not made for thick, kinky hair,” says Indigo Akua Goodson. “It was all about bobbi pins and balance.”
Top Ways To Slay in Your Graduation Cap With Natural Hair
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Cap and Gown Slay
Looking to spice up your locs? Try braiding them together in the front, and curling the ends.
Top Ways To Slay in Your Graduation Cap With Natural Hair
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Cap and Gown Slay
Pairing curls and with a hint of color is a great way to maximize your graduation look.
Top Ways To Slay in Your Graduation Cap With Natural Hair
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Cap and Gown Slay
Long red curls are a great way to add a bit of color to your all black ensemble.
Top Ways To Slay in Your Graduation Cap With Natural Hair
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Cap and Gown Slay
Try wearing a curly weave under your cap for ultimate body and fullness.
Top Ways To Slay in Your Graduation Cap With Natural Hair
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Cap and Gown Slay
Feeling fun? Try wearing two-toned curls under your cap.
Top Ways To Slay in Your Graduation Cap With Natural Hair
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Cap and Gown Slay
Or, just wear your hair in cute, small twists!
Top Ways To Slay in Your Graduation Cap With Natural Hair
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Cap and Gown Slay
Opt for long curls when looking to keep your look classy and traditional.
Top Ways To Slay in Your Graduation Cap With Natural Hair
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Cap and Gown Slay
A twist out give the perfect amount of curl definition to help your curls stand out.
Top Ways To Slay in Your Graduation Cap With Natural Hair
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