Bantu Knot Hairstyles
Bantu knot hairstyles are a great style for any occasion. Beautiful little curled buns are scattered throughout the hair in this hairdo. Have you thought of using a delicate traditional knot known to all the people of Africa? Has a Bantu knot hairstyle ever crossed your memory and you let it go leaving doubt on what it could represent or personalize in your look or appearance? Let me tell you what a Bantu knot is all about and how you can style them to suit your fashion taste or style. Keep reading to find out which Bantu knot hairstyles you can make for your next look.
Bantu Knot Style ( History)
Bantu knots can be traced back to the 2nd millennium BCE through 1500 CE to what at the time was the Bantu-speaking community that originated from Southern West Africa and spread out through Central, Eastern, and Southern Africa during the Bantu migration.
The hairstyle has seen various iterations since then but is still a go-to for black women all over the world, notably those who wear their hair in a naturalistic fashion. They are a prominent depiction of women in the community sporting a natural hairdo, transmitted from generation to generation, and are proudly worn by African ladies of certain cultural groupings. Although many African-Americans are unaware of this hairstyle of African ancestry, it is a great accomplishment that this heritage and way of life are being practiced in our families and communities today.
Bantu Knot Hairstyle for Natural Hair
If you have gorgeous natural hair, you can make a ton of awesome hairstyles! African women are extraordinarily fortunate in this regard since it is well-known that their hair is particularly robust and glossy. You can find a tutorial on creating Bantu knots right here. They are another gorgeous natural hairdo that you should try out!
Bantu Knot Styles on Short Hair
Bantu knot hairstyles provide a beautiful appearance, as do a majority of African hairstyles. These knots fall under the category of protective hairstyles since they resemble little twisted buns. A striking example of how stylish African women have become when it comes to popular hairstyles is the use of Bantu knots on extremely short hair.
These knots are a section of tightly bunned, tightly packed hair. These hairstyles’ hair partitioning, which has a good appearance, is one striking feature. Twists, box braids, sew-ins, and other shielding techniques are some of the most popular for Bantu knots.
Zulu knots vs Bantu knots
Bantu knots are very easy and simple to maintain, and so are Zulu knots. How do you differentiate between these two knots? Truth be told, there is no difference between these two names as the superior style results in the same attributes it gives. The thing is that people chose to give it the names they chose to.
Bantu Knot Styles with Weave
Bored with your weave? We understand. But why not try Bantu knots first you decide to pull out your extensions? Yes, Bantu knots work in a weave, and let’s just say: if you haven’t been rocking them, you’ve been missing out!
Bantu Knots with Braids
Bantu knots with braids are done with attachment. If you prefer to add extensions to your hair, choose this braid style. The above are amazing pictures that you can try out for a good and beautiful result.
Check out how to make Bantu knots with attachments on short natural hair.
Bantu Knots Styles with Locs
Bantu Knot Styles with locs appear to be trendy these days, and many ladies have chosen it as their favorite hairstyle.
Watch how to make a Bantu knot with natural hair.
