20 Cornrow Hairstyle Ideas for 2022

Zendaya

Taylor says to carefully add an even amount of hair each time as you braid in order to keep the cornrows all the same size, like seen here on Zendaya.

Yara Shahidi

Taylor says that if you're doing cornrows on natural hair, don't forget to detangle the hair as you braid. Once you've passed the scalp, you can continue to braid as normal and curl the ends around your finger to prevent them from unraveling (or use snap-free rubber bands or barrettes if you need).

Beyoncé

Curved cornrows, like here on queen Beyoncé, are a dynamic and striking look. Taylor says you can start cornrows from any point on the hairline.

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Gabrielle Union

Instead of starting from the top of the hairline, Gabrielle Union starts her cornrows from the center of the scalp and braids outwards, letting the braids cascade down past her shoulders for a really pretty look.

Laura Harrier

Taylor says it can be really fun to create a ponytail with cornrows, as seen here on Laura Harrier. "The key difference here is that instead of braiding all the back from front to back, you'll want to pick a spot where you want to start your ponytail (for example, higher towards the back of the scalp for a high pony)," she says. "Start your cornrows from all directions and braid towards the pony."

Jourdan Dunn

Model Jourdan Dunn wears her long hair braided tightly at the scalp and lets the length fall down to her waist.

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Regina King

Regina King adds just three cornrows to add some beautiful detail to her low, voluminous ponytail.

FKA Twigs

With pops of orange-red and face-framing sections, FKA Twigs puts a fiery spin on otherwise classic braids.

Ebonee Davis

The model had her hair intricately micro-braided by stylist @NizzTexturedHair along the front and sides, then styled into two gorgeous curly pigtails. This look is equal parts fun and fashion.

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Zoe Kravitz

You can totally do cornrows on short hair, as seen here on Zoe Kravitz. Taylor recommends having about two inches of hair length in order to style your hair into cornrows, otherwise she says the hair won't be long enough to braid.

Mel B

Add fun accessories to your cornrows, like these letters that spell out "LOVE" on Mel B.

Ciara

Ciara wears traditional cornrows, braiding at the top of the hairline and going all the way to the nape of her neck.

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Tracee Ellis Ross

Like jewelry for your hair, don't be afraid to add golden string to your braids like seen here on Tracee Ellis Ross.

Imani Randolph

Model and influencer Imani Randolph wears traditional front-to-back cornrows for a sleek, protective style. To keep cornrows neat, Taylor says to wash with braids and twists in, keep your scalp moisturized, and wrap the hair in a satin or silk scarf when you're not out and about.

Alicia Keys

Alicia Keys shows off her intricate baby hairs with her cornrows that meet at the bottom to form a low bun.

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Mecca James-Williams

Influencer Mecca James-Williams adds seashells to the ends of her braids for a tropical look perfect for your beach vacay.

Keke Palmer

Have your cornrows parted off to the side, as seen here on Keke Palmer. It adds extra dimension to the look.

Temiloluwa Otedola

Influencer Temiloluwa Otedola left two braids hanging down in front of her ears to frame her face, and the rest pulled back into a ponytail.

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Yaminah Mayo

Influencer Yaminah Mayo wears traditional cornrows with long braids gathered at the back in a low pony.

World of Brading

A twist on traditional cornrows, to get this look start braiding at the nape of your neck and work your way upwards to a top knot. The effect is so cool.

Audrey Noble is a freelance writer and reporter. She writes celebrity profiles and does deep-dive features about the ways race, gender, sexuality, and other forms of identity impact society via the beauty industry. Her previous work experience includes editorial positions at Vanity Fair, Refinery29, and Allure. Her writing can also be seen in Vogue, Harper’s BAZAAR, Bustle, HelloGiggles, and more. You can keep up with her on Twitter.

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