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Nature's Finest - The spring and summer seasons not only bring a change of wardrobe, they also encourage a slew of new, fun hairstyles. Naturalistas like Marsha Ambrosius and their kinks, curls and waves have ushered in several beautiful styles that keep making headlines and how-to blogs. Check out our tips for achieving these looks. (Photo: Frank Micelotta/PictureGroup)

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Pompadour\r - Leave it to Janelle Monae to help re-popularize such a regal style. Today’s naturalistas have taken Janelle’s signature pompadour and stepped it up a notch, playing with various textures and different shaped buns. You’ll need long bobby pins and a pomade to smooth edges. \r\r(Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images)

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Blow Out\r - On that third day of your marvelous finger-style, go on ahead and blow it out. Simply stretch your curls with a medium heat setting blow-dryer. Or, take a cue from Solange and dig that '70s look by ditching definition and opting for volume. Instead of picking your hair all the way out, simply pick out the roots. You’ll maintain a better shape. \r\r(Photo: Terrence Jennings/Picture Group)

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Wavy Bliss\r - Indulge in the wonder of a two-strand twist. Done wet or dry, curly girls are using this classic style in super cute ways. The key this summer is to keep it fluffy and wild. Wavy to curly textures should do bigger twists, with kinkier patterns sticking to medium-sized twists (to maintain some definition). Again, combing just at the root will give you a greater fluff. Corinne Bailey Rae got it right.\r\r(Photo: Rob Kim/Getty Images)

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Tapered Cut\r - Short hair cuties like Kelis have tapped in to the chic look of a tapered cut. While keeping the back low, make sure to leave a little more volume near the front. This will allow for a greater style variety and a softer, more feminine appearance. \r\r(Photo: Vittorio Zunino Celotto/Getty Images)