8 Of The Most Iconic Harlem Afros

October 5, 2016

afros-in-harlemThis famous fabulous look is getting a modern makeover. Scroll down to see our favorite afro styles of Harlem now and then, high and low, black and blonde.

1. Melba Moore

melba-moore-afro1Melba Moore was one of our all time favorite stars who defined the ’60s with her afro.

2. Arlene Hawkins

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Black Panther Arlene Hawkins with a huge “Black Power” 1960’s style afro.

3. Harlem Woman


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Harlem woman with huge afro died blonde for this natural beauty.

4.  Lupita Nyong’o

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Lupita Nyong’o looking stylish and natural in a shorty short afro in Harlem.

5. Thelma Golden

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The Studio Museum in Harlem’s Thelma Golden in a mini twist afro with highlights.

6. Teyana Taylor

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Music lady Teyana Taylor working an afro wild style.

7. Azealia Banks

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Harlem’s Azealia Banks rocking her big afro twist in this photo.

8. Maya Angelou

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Poet and author Maya Angelou’s afro was a perfect symbol of her commitment.

Who would you add to the list?


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