Loc Style of the Week: AfroFuturistic Loc Mohawk

Get ready to fall in love with this week’s absolutely stunning loc style that’s taking natural hair artistry to the next level. We’re spotlighting a breathtaking creation by Locmamas, a master natural hair artist who’s been perfecting her craft for an incredible 26 years and counting.

This gorgeous style perfectly showcases why Locmamas has earned her reputation as one of the most talented artists in the natural hair community. Her latest creation is a true work of art that deserves all the recognition it’s getting across social media platforms.

AfroFuturistic Loc Mohawk—bold, sculpted, and protective.

Meet the Artist Behind the Magic

With over two and a half decades of experience, Locmamas has transformed thousands of heads and helped countless people embrace their natural hair journey. Her expertise goes far beyond just creating beautiful styles – she’s a true artist who understands how to work with the unique texture and pattern of each person’s locs to create something truly spectacular.

What sets Locmamas apart is her ability to combine traditional techniques with modern creativity. She doesn’t just style hair; she sculpts it into wearable art that makes each client feel confident and beautiful.

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Breaking Down This Week’s Show-Stopping Style

The Foundation: Intricate Braiding Patterns

The magic starts right at the scalp with incredibly detailed braiding patterns that form the foundation of this updo. Locmamas has carefully crafted these braids along the hairline and extending toward the crown, creating a structured base that will support the entire style.

These aren’t your everyday braids – they’re precisely placed to create visual interest and ensure the updo stays secure all day long. The braiding technique Locmamas uses requires serious skill and years of practice to master.

The Star Element: Elaborate Updo Construction

The centerpiece of this style is the magnificent updo that sits like a crown on the head. Locmamas has gathered the locs into a large, sophisticated bun that’s both structured and organic-looking. The way she’s positioned and secured each loc shows her deep understanding of how hair behaves and moves.

This isn’t just a simple bun thrown together – every loc has been thoughtfully placed to create volume, texture, and visual appeal. The updo has dimension and depth that makes it look different from every angle.

The Details: Stunning Decorative Elements

What truly elevates this style are the carefully chosen accessories that Locmamas has woven throughout the locs:

Iridescent Hair Sticks: Two gorgeous hair sticks catch the light beautifully with their mother-of-pearl-like finish. One features stunning teal and green colors, while another showcases shifting blues and purples that remind you of abalone shells.

Gold Wire Wrapping: Delicate copper and gold-colored wire has been artfully wrapped around the hair sticks, adding an extra layer of sophistication and ensuring they stay securely in place.

Metallic Beads: Small gold cylindrical beads and cuffs are strategically placed on individual locs, creating subtle sparkle and movement throughout the style.

Geometric Charms: A small gold charm with intricate detailing adds another element of visual interest without overwhelming the overall look.

Why This Style Works So Well

Versatility Meets Elegance

This updo strikes the perfect balance between everyday wearability and special occasion glamour. You could rock this style to the office, a dinner date, or a wedding and feel appropriately dressed for any setting.

Face-Framing Benefits

The way Locmamas has constructed this updo naturally frames the face and draws attention upward. This creates an elongating effect that’s incredibly flattering and highlights the wearer’s facial features beautifully.

Protective Styling at Its Best

Beyond looking amazing, this style serves as excellent protective styling for locs. By keeping the ends tucked away and securing the locs in an updo, you’re protecting your hair from environmental damage and reducing manipulation that could lead to breakage.

Keeping Your Loc Updo Fresh and Fabulous

Creating a gorgeous style is just the beginning – maintaining it is where the real work happens. Here’s how to keep your loc updo looking as fresh as the day Locmamas created it.

The Silk Solution: Your New Best Friends

Silk Bonnet: This is absolutely non-negotiable for anyone with locs, especially when wearing an updo. A quality silk bonnet protects your style while you sleep, reducing friction that can cause frizz and helping maintain the shape of your updo. The smooth surface of silk allows your hair to glide rather than catch and pull.

Silk Pillowcase: Even with a bonnet, adding a silk pillowcase provides an extra layer of protection. If your bonnet shifts during the night, you’ll still have that smooth, friction-free surface protecting your hair and helping preserve your style.

Scalp Care: The Foundation of Healthy Locs

WNL Hair Serum: Your scalp needs attention, especially when wearing protective styles. The WNL Hair Serum is specifically formulated to keep your scalp hydrated and healthy. When your scalp dries out, it can lead to itching, flaking, and even slow down healthy hair growth.

Apply the serum directly to your scalp using the applicator tip, focusing on areas that tend to get dry. Massage gently with your fingertips to promote circulation and ensure even distribution. The lightweight formula won’t weigh down your locs or leave residue on your beautiful updo.

Daily Maintenance Tips

Morning Refresh: Start each day by gently patting your updo to reshape any areas that may have shifted overnight. 

Mist for Moisture: Keep a spray bottle filled with water and a few drops of your favorite oil nearby like our Rosemary mint hair care essential oil. A light mist can refresh your locs and add moisture without disturbing the style.

Flyaway Touch-Ups: Wet a 100% pure silk scarf in warm water then wring it out so  it is stile warm and wet. Tie it firm over your hairstyle and leave it until it gets cold or your ready to go out and show off your style again. A Pure 100% Silk Scarf that is still warm and damp will pat down  your flyaways and give your style that little extra hydration your hair needs to shine. Check out our high quality 100% pure mulberrry silk scarfs for Locs and Braids.  

The Bigger Picture: Celebrating Natural Hair Artistry

Styles like this one created by Locmamas represent so much more than just a pretty hairstyle. They’re a celebration of natural hair texture, cultural heritage, and individual creativity. When we showcase and appreciate this level of artistry, we’re supporting artists who’ve dedicated their lives to helping people love and embrace their natural hair.

The time, skill, and creativity that goes into creating a style like this should never be underestimated. From the initial consultation to understand the client’s lifestyle and preferences, to the hours spent carefully placing each loc and accessory, this is true craftsmanship.

Inspiring the Next Generation

When young people see styles like this one trending on social media and being celebrated in blog features, it helps them understand that their natural hair is beautiful and versatile. Locmamas isn’t just creating hairstyles – she’s creating confidence and helping people see new possibilities for their own hair journey.

Finding Your Own Loc Artist

If you’re inspired by this gorgeous style and want to find an artist who can create something similar for your locs, here’s what to look for:

Experience with Locs: Make sure your stylist has extensive experience specifically with locs. The techniques for styling locs are different from other hair textures, and you want someone who truly understands how to work with them.

Portfolio Review: Look at their previous work to see if their aesthetic aligns with what you’re looking for. Pay attention to the details and finishing touches in their styles.

Client Reviews: Read what other clients say about their experience, paying particular attention to comments about the longevity of styles and overall hair health.

The Art of Self-Expression

What we love most about this featured style is how it represents personal expression and creativity. The combination of traditional loc styling techniques with modern accessories creates something that feels both timeless and contemporary.

This is what great natural hair artistry looks like – taking the foundation of healthy, well-maintained locs and transforming them into something that makes the wearer feel absolutely radiant.

Looking Ahead

As we celebrate this week’s stunning loc style, we’re reminded of the incredible talent in the natural hair community. Artists like Locmamas continue to push boundaries and create new possibilities for what loc styling can be.

Whether you’re just starting your loc journey or you’ve been growing them for years, styles like this show us that the possibilities are truly endless. With the right artist, proper care products like silk accessories and quality serums, and a little creativity, your locs can become your greatest accessory.

Stay tuned for next week’s feature, and don’t forget to tag us when you recreate this gorgeous updo or create your own interpretation of Locmamas’ stunning artistry.