1. Lupita Nyong’o
Source:GettyLupita is growing out her famous short natural hair and is looking stunning at every stage. Here, we see her rocking an updo full of soft, springy curls and a crown braid because…royalty.
2. Zendaya
Source:GettyZendaya is one of those rare beauties who looks great dressed up or down. Her preferred casual look? Soft blush, muted pink lips and gloriously full brows.
3. Tracee Ellis Ross
Source:GettyTracee Ellis Ross is a natural hair icon so it’s only right that she showcase the breadth of styles available to the curly girl with a sultry updo and cascading curls.
4. Danai Gurira
Source:GettyWe stan for Danai Gurira’s sassy short cut but it’s her gorgeously-highlighted skin that has us swooning and taking notes this time around.
5. June Ambrose
Source:GettyJune always stuns in a smoky eye, but her under eye liner and bronzy skin takes this look to the next level. We’re in love.
6. Jurnee Smollett-Bell
Source:GettyWe love a good contour and highlight as much as the next girl but sometimes, less is truly more. Jurnee Smollett-Bell proves the glowing, no-makeup makeup look is here to stay.
7. MC Lyte
Source:Getty8. Janet Mock
Source:GettyJanet loves to experiment with new styles and shapes for her luscious head of curls, and this one-sided ‘do at the ‘Belief’ New York Premiere is one of her favorites.
9. Jill Marie Jones
Source:GettyNothing instantly upgrades an outfit like a bold red lip. Jill shows why the classic lipstick color should be your go-to for Fall. Look how it brings gray clothing staples to life.
10. Esperanza Spalding
Source:GettyEsperanza Spalding wows us with her diverse array of natural hairstyles, from her full, gorgeous Afro to this regal updo.