A queen always protects her crown, and “Queen Charlotte” actress India Amarteifio is no exception. A champion of showcasing her natural hair, the 22-year-old actress is redefining beauty standards in her own way. Amarteifio never fails to slay the red carpet with various protective styles, proving once again that Black natural hair is versatile.
Like Amarteifio, we here at MEFeater know the importance of loving your natural hair and showcasing more than one standard of beauty. In a May 2023 Teen Vogue interview, the talent talked about embracing her natural curl pattern and how they celebrate natural hair on the Netflix series.
“We’re re-establishing the fact that our hair is beautiful in whatever texture it is. You don’t need to straighten it to be classy, for it to be sophisticated, for it to be elegant,” the actress told the publication. “Whatever your hair texture is, it’s beautiful in whatever state.”
Whether it’s braids, a dramatic fro, or simply showing off her curls, the star always has the perfect ‘do to complement her fashions. Are you ready to serve a natural hair slay like a royal? Here are some of Amarteifio’s best red carpet hair looks to add to your Pinterest board.
1. Curly braided updo
This elegant style screams gilded glamour and made the perfect pairing for the star’s gold embellished Elie Saab gown. Crafted by “Curl and Coil Kisser” hairstylist Nicola Harrowell, the curly braided updo is a modern twist on a classic style.
2. Fulani braids
This Fulani braid masterpiece is another look crafted by Harrowell. Fulani braids are thin to medium-sized cornrows styled on the top and sides of your head with knotless braids at the back. Harrowell was excited to achieve this look on the actress and stated that the style was a collaborative effort.
“The Fulani braids in the front were India’s suggestion, and it works so well because you can see so much of her beauty,” said Harrowell in a May 2023 interview with RCFA.
3. Curly updo with face-framing tendrils
The former “Sex Education” actress flaunted her natural hair in a playful curly updo for a London photocall. With this style, Amarteifio calls attention to her gorgeous bone structure with face-framing tendrils.
4. Half-up half-down braids
Another braided slay! We are obsessed with this half-up half-down look the actress sported at the Paley Center. The braided bun gives off a royal vibe, while the other half flows for a bouncy, youthful look.
5. Cornrows with slicked baby hairs
Subtle and chic, this beautiful braided style was created by hairstylist Alesha Williams for the 2023 British Fashion Awards. The sleek and intricate braid design is demure and graceful, making it a fitting style for a queen.
6. Braided knot
Parisian hairstylist Harley HP brought out the simplistic beauty of Amarteifio’s natural hair for the Roger Vivier press day event. The beauty sported cornrows braided back into a fierce knot for a polished finish.
As you can see, there are tons of natural hairstyles you can add to your lookbook. Which royal hairstyle of India Amarteifio’s could you see yourself slaying? Let us know in the comments!
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