Big hair is back in a big way… and Ashanti proved that last weekend at the BET Awards ’11 with her sexy side-swept hairstyle that was teased then smoothed over to one side, with cascading curls hanging over one shoulder.
Photo by FayesVision/WENN.com
When Ashanti arrived for the Marchesa show during Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Fall 2011, she dazzled in her sexy dress and sleek ponytail. Ashanti put her own spin on the classic hairdo with her smooth style and wrap-around closure, not to mention her amazing hoop earrings.
As she arrived for the BCBG Max Azria show during Fall 2011 Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, Ashanti wowed with her sexy, sleek updo and statement earrings. Ashanti paired her smooth, topknot hairstyle with a curve-hugging, leopard-print dress and flawless face.
Singer Ashanti modeled her sexy, wavy hairstyle and amazing bling at Nelly’s 5th Annual Black and White Ball in St. Louis. Ashanti wore her hair down to show off her two-toned hairstyle with darker, brunette roots and honey-colored ends.
During The Tourist premiere in New York City, Ashanti showed off her sleek locks which she paired with a fur wrap. Ashanti let her hair down in this straight, side-parted style and finished the look with large, dazzling earrings.
Ashanti dazzled with her sexy, long locks during the Lorraine Schwartz 2BHappy jewelry collection launch in New York. With her blonde highlights, Ashanti added an eye-popping element which looked gorgeous in loose, flowing waves.
Ashanti purred prettily in this sexy kitty get-up at Heidi Klum’s annual Halloween party at Lavo in New York. To complete her cat-woman hairstyle, Ashanti added leopard print cat ears to her shiny, sparkly mane.
Ashanti wore this long, wavy hairstyle when she attended the 20th Annual NAACP Theatre Awards in Hollywood. Not only did Ashanti show off her sexy spirals, she also wowed with her blingy ring.
Ashanti, on the red carpet for the BET Awards in Los Angeles, dazzled with this gorgeous heightened updo. Paired with her red ruffled dress and dramatic earrings, Ashanti struck the perfect note for the occasion. With darkened eyes and pink lips, the multi-tasking singer, actress and entertainer, looked young and fresh.
Ashanti wearing a sleek and sexy tight low ponytail hairstyle while attending The Silver Rose Gala held at the Beverly Hills Hotel, California.
Hairstyle: long sleek tight ponytail that is fashioned tightly but low at the nape with curls throughout the actual ponytail.
Color: Brown/Black, Almost Black, Dark Ash Brown, Black
When to wear this celebrity hairstyle:
Wear this hairstyle for just about any event as it works very well with about any type of attire, is easy to fashion and maximum versatility when it comes to styling. Weddings, proms, office, casual and elegant events can all be perfect for this hairstyle.
Tips on achieving this celebrity hairstyle:
Use a quality holding spray and shine spray to help give a sleek sexy look. If wearing the ponytail tight, or parted like Ashanti is wearing her long ponytail hairstyle isn’t your cup of tea, there are many ways to change a ponytail. Fashion your ponytail high and tight on the head which also accentuates your shoulders, neckline and in general your face (especially the eyes). Low and loose with ringlets and curls for more elegant occasions. the possibilities are endless with the ponytail hairstyle!
Thanks for checking out CelebSalon! Your one-stop source for hundreds of celebrity hairstyles! Please feel free to rate the photos and leave comments!
Ashanti wearing a simple, sexy updo hairstyle at the launch of Lorraine Schwartz’s Diamond Monkey Collection at the redesigned ‘Monkey Bar’ at the Hotel Elysee in New York City, hosted by Jennifer Lopez, Pharrell Williams and Debra Messing.
Hairstyle: This simple updo is created easily and can be used for any occasion such as weddings, proms, elegant affairs, and even match it with great jeans and a sexy top. The possibilities are endless!
How to get this celebrity hairstyle: Best with medium to long hair. Create a high ponytail using an ouch-free elastic band as close to the hair color as possible (unless your also wanting to make some sort of fashion statement! ) Make sure the sides and top are tight and sleek. Now take the ponytail and separate strands, you may use hot rollers or a curling iron to fit the size of curls you are wanting to achieve. Curl each section of hair, pin with coated bobby pins close matching to your hair color. Fan the curls on top and around the ponytail to create a simple sexy updo hairstyle that you can wear just about anywhere!
Hair Color: Ashanti’s hair color is a deep black, similar colors to achieve are: Almost Black, Brown Black, and Raven.
Ashanti is sporting a long curly hairstyle while attending Universal Motown Records and Hearst Magazines Digital’s joint celebration of St.Francis Preparatory School’s “Ultimate Prom” at the Grand Hyatt in New York.
Ashanti looks very 40′s glam with her retro side bun hairstyle. Her hair is very sleek and tightly done with a hair pin to match. This look really makes Ashanti’s exotic features especially her eyes stand out.
Ashanti looks very chic with this shoulder length curly hairstyle while at Planet Hollywood.
