Table of Contents Show
Purple hair has become one of the most popular color choices for black women who want to make a bold statement. The color works beautifully with darker skin tones and offers endless ways to express personal style.
From deep violet shades to soft lavender tones, purple can be styled in many different ways.
Tired of Natural Hair Breakage, Shrinkage & Tangles?
If your natural hair is always breaking, shrinking up, or taking forever to detangle, this ebook is for you. Learn simple ways to stop the damage and make wash days easier.
I’ve put together 15 stunning purple hairstyle ideas that will help you find the perfect look for your hair type and personal style.
These styles range from subtle purple highlights to full purple transformations. You’ll find options for short cuts, long flowing styles, protective braids, and everything in between.
1. Silk Straight Hair With Bangs
This smooth, straight style features glossy, silky hair with soft texture, and simple bangs that add a touch of class to your overall looks.
2. Purple Ponytail Style
If you are looking for a hairstyle that allows you to rock a head-turning hairstyle that’s as vibrant and versatile as you are, then this is the one.
3. Purple Ombre Ringlets
I love how purple ombre ringlets add color to black hair. The purple starts light at the tips and gets darker toward the roots.
This style works best with a medium curling iron. I curl each section away from my face for the best look.
4. Multi-Colored Purple Highlights
I love how multi-colored purple highlights create depth in black hair. This style mixes different purple shades together.
You can blend light lavender with deep violet. Adding plum or burgundy creates even more richness.
These highlights work great on long hair. The different colors show up better with more length.
3. Black and Purple Box Braids
I love how black and purple box braids create a bold statement. The color mix looks stunning on all skin tones.
You can wear these braids in many ways. I suggest trying them long or medium length for the best color display.
6. Purple Afro with Black Roots
I love how black roots create natural contrast with purple afro hair. The dark base makes the purple pop beautifully.
This style works great on natural texture. Keep roots untouched for an effortless gradient effect.
7. Purple Undercut with Designs
I love how purple undercuts with designs let you show off your creative side. The contrast between black hair and purple creates a bold statement.
You can choose from many undercut patterns. Geometric shapes, lines, and swirls work well with purple color.
The purple color goes underneath or on the sides. This makes it easy to hide for work if needed.
8. Middle Part Curl Purple Hair
Radiate a fearless energy and playful charm with this purple hairstyle. It lets you flaunt a unique, eye-catching hairstyle that’s as vibrant and spirited as you are
9. Stunning Purple Hair
This is a stunning choice for women craving a daring, colorful, and cool look.
10. Wavy Purple Hair with Black Base
I love how wavy purple hair creates soft, flowing movement. The black base adds depth while purple waves catch light beautifully.
This style works great with natural wave patterns. Purple highlights blend smoothly into black roots for a balanced look.
11. Purple Highlights on Cornrows
I love how purple highlights transform classic cornrows into something special. The color adds depth to each braid pattern.
Purple works beautifully with cornrows because it highlights the texture. I recommend using temporary color for first-time users.
12. Purple Balayage on Natural Hair
I recommend purple balayage for natural hair textures. This technique works beautifully on curls and coils.
The hand-painted method creates natural-looking color transitions. Your stylist will blend purple shades seamlessly into your natural black hair.
Purple balayage enhances your hair’s natural texture and movement.
13. Short Purple Pixie Cut
I love how purple pixie cuts combine bold color with easy maintenance. The short length makes the purple shade pop beautifully against darker skin tones.
This style works great for busy lifestyles. You can style it quickly each morning while still making a strong fashion statement.
14. Purple And Blue Middle Part Hair
This striking style features a sleek middle part with purple and blue shades, creating a head-turning, short-length masterpiece. It is stunning and low-maintenance, it’s perfect for any occasion.
16. Purple and Black Two-Tone Style
I love how this bold combination creates striking contrast. The two-tone look lets you split your hair into distinct sections of deep black and vibrant purple.
You can try half-and-half styling or create dramatic blocks of color. This edgy approach works well with shorter cuts and longer styles.
17. Purple Ponytail with Black Edges
I love how this style creates beautiful contrast. The black edges frame your face while purple takes center stage.
This look works best with sleek, straight hair. The dark perimeter adds definition and makes the purple pop.
18. Lavender Purple Layers
I love how layers create movement in lavender purple hair. The soft purple shade looks amazing with different lengths.
Layers add volume to this gentle color. They make the lavender tone more visible and dynamic.
19. Deep Purple Blowout
I love how a deep purple blowout creates amazing volume and movement. The rich color looks beautiful on black hair.
This style gives you full, bouncy hair with purple tones. I recommend using a round brush while blow drying for the best results.
20. Violet Curly Frohawk
I love how the violet curly frohawk combines edgy style with natural texture. This look features shaved or short sides with longer curly hair on top.
The violet color makes this frohawk stand out from basic styles. I recommend using a temporary color for your first try.
21. Dark Purple High Top Fade
I love how the high top fade combines classic style with modern color. The dark purple adds depth to this timeless cut.
