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Kandi Burruss

Kandi Burruss, is one of the stars of the Real Housewives of Atlanta as well as a successful music writer and producer… this lady does it all. Kandi has rocked many styles over the years, everything from a blonde ombre fohawk to bright red curls, she certainly never lets her hair go for too long without a change.

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A while back Kandi was seen at the opening of Tag, her new boutique, wearing a weave from her co-star’s new line of hair extensions

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Ms. Burruss does it again with this high pony at the 2017 RHOA confessional

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Kandi recently debuted this twisted side braid on her social media, making fans go crazy with love for this new look.

With such successes in her career like co-writing the popular song “No Scrubs” for TLC as well as her work writing for Destiny’s Child, Kandi is no stranger to the spotlight and likes to keep her hair styles up to date and trendy. One of her more “talked about” styles to date may have been her super high side ponytail. After seeing this look, not everyone seemed to approve, but we LOVED the super sleek pony! Keep it up Kandi, you’re definitely killing it in our opinion!

Let us know what style you loved best on Kandi Burruss by weighing in in the comments below!

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Sanaa Lathan Lets it All Go for Her New Movie

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We can’t wait to see Sanaa Lathan’s new movie Nappily Ever After. Yes, we know, it’s still a few months away. If we could take a nap till then, we happily would. Sanaa usually wears her hair straight, but her gorgeous smile sends us spiralling. Her new bold move is not bald, it’s a buoyant reminder of the singular possibilities in black beauty.

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How Scandalous can Kerry Washington be?

Kerry Washington in her iconic role as Olivia Pope on the hit TV show Scandal has been mesmerizing us with the variety of ways she wears her hair on and off the screen for some time, and we just can’t get enough of her.

Kerry Washington – Mamma we love your Mane

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Months into her pregnancy, Kerry let her luscious lioness-like mane beautifully complement her bodacious body at the 2016 Emmy’s. The soft spiralling curls that cascade throughout her ‘let it all hang out’ styled hair softens the frame of her face.

Kerry Washington – ‘Bob-a-licious’

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Kerry’s take on this darling hair bob, is reminiscent of an Egyptian queen. The jagged bangs and and uneven cut perfectly frame her face and gently kiss her bedazzled choker.

Kerry Washington – Silky, Straight and Sweet

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Just when you expect to see Kerry boasting another ‘oh so ridiculously gorgeous’ hair do, she steps out on the red carpet with this Silky, Straight and Sweet blow out. This simple ‘do’ with a part in the middle is placed delicately behind her shoulders so as not to compete with her off the shoulder dress, and perhaps to show off her flawless skin.

What’s your favorite Kerry Washington hair style? We’d love to know, so share your favorites in the comments section below.

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Shereé Whitfield; Are there any Hairstyles she hasn’t tried?

With 3 kids, her own clothing line, a ladies bootcamp and a book tour, it’s clear that The Real Housewives of Atlanta (RHOA) Shereé Whitfield can do it all, including fresh new styles at every turn.

One thing we love about Shereé is that when she changes up her style, she goes BIG. She’s had everything from long and dark curls to a jet straight platinum blonde bob, and on top of that she can even rock cute fringe bangs (which everybody knows is not an easy feat).

A signature style that Shereé seems to rotate frequently is the ombré loose wavy lob (long bob). This style is effortless and seems to look good on almost anyone! Keep it up Shereé you are crushing the hair game!

Let us know (in the comments section below) what your fave Shereé hair moment is and what style you think she should try next!!

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Sonequa Martin-Green Style Outside of Star Trek: Discover

Star Trek Discovery

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A black actress continuing the Star Trek legacy is music to our ears. You may have seen her in The Walking Dead and the new Star Trek: Discovery show on CBS. She’s natural, curvy, stylish and pictures of her and her husband Kenric Green remind us of #relationshipgoals.

We challenge you to do some of her best looks.

Sonequa Martin-Green Multi-Colored Hair Twist

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Sonequa Martin-Green’s optimistic personality shines bright with the twist of black and blonde hair extensions. It is perfect for the summer season giving her a Caribbean cultured look that we aren’t used to seeing her.

Sonequa’s Side Part

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Sonequa’s side part is a perfect match for her professional but casual attire. She can easily switch into a dress and keep this naturalista’s hairstyle as is.

Sonequa is a Naturalista Princess

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Sonequa is confident in this photo with a hairstyle that is rare. It is welcoming and feminine matching perfectly with her outfit. She is the true definition of a woman that embraces her natural curls.

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Nene Leakes and her Signature Blonde Pixie Cut

Nene Leakes. Known for her outrageous sass and outspokenness, is also no stranger to stealing the spotlight with her always changing “do”.

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First debuted in 2012, Nene went for a new blonde pixie cut weave and got RAVE reviews from fans. With such success, it’s no surprise that Miss Leakes has continued to rock this look for several years now.

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Following the more sleek version of her pixie style, Nene put a slight spin on it, adding a finger wave to the look in 2013. Although this variation didn’t seem to be as popular, we loved the vintage look and for that reason we say ‘hellz yes!’ to our favourite RHOA drama queen.

Let us know what your fave variation of her pixie style is by weighing in in the comments below!

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Issa glam look! Our top 3 favorite Issa hairstyles

Issa Rae hair style review by Black Hair Spot

We’re super excited for ‘Insecure’ star Issa Rae on becoming the newest fresh face of Covergirl. Issa’s personal style is just as savoury as her personality and we love watching this stunning actress showcase her talent and flawless hair do’s. Not only do we love this IT girl’s quirky style and humour, we also feel proud of her taking a stand on diversity in the entertainment industry. Way to go Issa!

Here are some of our favorite Issa glam looks:

Issa Rae’s Old Hollywood Glam at the 2017 Emmys

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We loved seeing Issa step out onto the 2017 Emmy’s red carpet in this sophisticated up-do. This pulled-back style beautifully showcases her stunning features and the braided crown-bun is the perfect touch to this classy look.

Issa Rae is a Golden Girl

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It’s big. It’s bold. It’s all the things we adore about this awkward black girl and star of the hit TV series, ‘Insecure’. The iconic afro hairstyle looks deliciously powerful and untamed here, and we love how the textured brown and gold hues frame Issa’s face. Both on and off the screen Issa continues to showcase that black hair is beautiful and we’re all for it!

Issa Rae’s TWA Perfection

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This look is great because it shows how versatile a TWA (teeny, weeny afro) can be. For those transitioning with a big chop, take notes! Issa’s slick edges and luscious curls with vibrant golden hues, makes this hair-do a win in our books.

What’s your favourite look from Issa Rae?

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Laura Mvula: You are going to love this Phenomenal Woman

Laura Mvula hair style review by Black Hair Spot

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British R&B/Soul singer, songwriter and producer Laura Mvula is truly a “Phenomenal Woman to. Mvula’s music is so powerful and inspiring, the late great Prince would listen to it before his shows. But that’s not all that is powerful about her. Like many of us, Laura has tried everything from natural to relaxed hair, and worn it well–but we love what she’s doing now! Laura’s shaved look is an effortless and majestic sweep of dignified beauty.

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Tessa Thompson is the cutest thing in the West at the 2017 Emmys

Tessa Thompson hair style review by Black Hair Spot

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Sometimes you dress for the show and sometimes your hair dictates your choice of dress. We think the latter was the case for the modern, chique look of Tessa Thompson, from the Emmy-nominated show “Westworld. But we only have eyes for her hair. Tessa’s sleek, straight do is cut at a youthful chin length and tucked, oh-so-cutely, behind the ears. Flipped over a side part with a slight poof of the bangs that matches her shapely aquiline face, Tessa’s hair has our nomination.

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Uzo Aduba is the new natural at the 2017 Emmys

Uzo Aduba hair style review by Black Hair Spot

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Uzo’s gorgeous hair is nothing short of magnificent. The generous wealth of natural curls is as big and as grand as her iconic grin. Symmetrically arranged in a heart-shaped coiffure, with the ends rounded in broad brushstrokes, Ms. Aduba’s hair is like a dazzling painting that uses every colour. And we love every detail of these midnight-black micro-curls. Although her do reminds us of the glittery disco years, Uzo’s flair is all her, and it’s something new.

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Gabrielle Union parts ways with conventional glam at the 2017 Emmys

Gabrielle Union parts ways with conventional glam at the 2017 Emmys

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One of our favourites, the effervescently beautiful Gabrielle Union, had us looking twice at the Emmy’s this year. Always subtle, yet sparkling, Gabrielle’s hair parts ways with traditional award show glam, only to be unified into a stellar mass of natural beauty. Gabrielle’s lovely symmetry is enhanced with the simple, smart part down the middle of her hair that comes together in a luscious fullness down her back. The soft sheen of Gabrielle’s abundant locks has us smiling like starlets too.

Gabrielle Union’s Chic bob

We can always count on Being Mary Jane star Gabrielle Union to serve us versatile, chic hairstyles. From cascading goddess braids, to sexy bobs, this iconic actress isn’t afraid to switch it up. Although it was hard to choose, we’ve rounded up our three favourite looks worn by Union.

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This asymmetrical bob is the perfect hair-do for a fun night out with the girls or a romantic dinner date. The short-in-the-back, long-in-the-front cut is playful and sexy and the chesnut highlights create a warm halo of color around Gabrielle’s features.

Gabrielle Union’s Romantic up-do

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Nothing says timeless like a sweeping up-do. This look is all about big, soft curls framing the face to create a sensual, romantic feel. No wonder she chose this as her wedding day hair-do.

Gabrielle Union’s Goddess rope twists

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These super long rope twists are oh so chic and we love how care-free Gabrielle looks wearing them! There’s so much to love about this look. Not only is it simple, it’s a great protective style that you can switch up in so many different ways.

What’s your favorite way to wear your hair?

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Thandie Newton does a twist on a classic at the 2017 Emmys

Thandie Newton hair style review by Black Hair Spot

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Sweet, simple, understated, but unsurprisingly satisfying. Thandie Newton’s updo is as elegant and classy as this “Westworld” star herself. Nuanced and wispy, a Hollywood classic gets a modern twist. Thandie’s well-moisturized locks have a sheen to match her diamond earrings. The slightest poof of the bangs waves into the tousled bun at the back giving her hair a look of graceful ease, and the artfully pulled tendrils of hair give Thandie’s face and her do a sassy flourish.

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Viola Davis ‘Murders’ it at the 2017 Emmys

Viola Davis hair style review by Black Hair Spot

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There is something so up about Viola Davis. Her smile, her career, her rousing speeches, and—at the 2017 Emmys –
her hair, everything about this ageless beauty is so ascendant. We’re loving the neo-classical look of her crowning glory–we love that the straight sides raise to a generous doughnut-bun, delectably reminiscent of a crown.

Viola’s mix of the current trend of close-cut sides with the more traditional and becoming bun, puts the “style” back in hairstyle. You’re killing it, Viola!

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Arisa Cox

Arisa Cox hair style review by Black Hair Spot

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What more can we say about it besides it’s big, bold and au naturel! This look is so reminiscent of the classic afro mixed with a touch of the trendy deep curl and a hue of brown tying all together.

As a journalist and more recently, host of Big Brother Canada, Arisa rocked her hair proudly in front of the nation quite well.

If you’ve ever thought that big hair might get in between you and your career, you may just need to think again.

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Fefe Dobson

Fefe Dobson hair style review by Black Hair Spot

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The pixie cut, the cut of all cuts that most black women wouldn’t even consider.

Fefe Dobson made the chop her own.

This could have been bad but in this case the final look was worth the risk.

This stylish cut is silky straight and chic, yet it’s rough around the edges and definitely stays true to her pop/punk rock roots.

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Stacey McKenzie

Stacey McKenzie hair style review by Black Hair Spot

It’s no secret that from generation to generation black women have adopted an obsession to relaxers and flat irons.
For most of us, at one time or another we have attempted to essentially hide our “nappy” roots in fear of what people may think.
Seeing as there’s recently been an increased interest in going natural we found it fitting to recognize Canadian Jamaican Model Stacey McKenzie.

On numerous occasions Stacey has rocked her fabulously naturally textured hair, not only on the runway but on magazine covers and red carpet appearances.

 

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Melanie Fiona

Melanie Fiona hair style review by Black Hair Spot

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This week Grammy winning singer Melanie Fiona is our muse. Not too many would argue that her hair isn’t absolutely gorgeous – and it’s real. It’s often assumed that being a black women equates to having short lifeless hair, when in fact black women are blessed with a vast variety of hair textures, lengths and colours. Melanie and her lushes locks are proof of just that and BHS appreciates them all.

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Trey Anthony

Trey Anthony hair style review by Black Hair Spot

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This week Black Hair Spot is giving praise to the multi-talented Trey Anthony and her locks. Trey is a Canadian based playwright of “da Kink in my hair”, producer and writer. A quick Google image search of Trey will reveal that she regularly has her hair in locks, which suit her well. Twists are great simply because they are a natural protective style and literally reduce your styling time to zero.

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Yasmine Warsame

Yasmine Warsame hair style review by Black Hair Spot

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Styling short hair at times can be limiting, if not difficult. Canadian – Somali model Yasmine Warsame has done her short hair justice with this fauxhawk. Having the sides slightly shorter than the top highlights her strong facial feature which exudes her natural beauty. We also love that she’s kept her hair curly and in its natural state rather than straight, which we typically see with many fauxhawk styles.

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Former Governor General, Michaelle Jean

Former Governor General, Michaëlle Jean hair style review by Black Hair Spot

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When women make the decision to go natural it almost always begins with the overwhelming decision to make “the big chop”. Dependent on how short someone decides to cut their hair during this process, it’s the transitioning stage that women find most difficult to deal with. You know, when your hair is so short and curly that it feels almost impossible to do anything exciting with it.

Former Governor General, Michaëlle Jean’s short curls look anything but awkward. As a prominent Canadian political figure, Michaëlle has sported her natural hair on numerous occasions and has proven that natural hair does not have to hinder your professional success. With some quality curling products and a little styling, any transitioning lady rock this cute, stylish, and yes, professional look!

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Jully Black

Canadian R&B singer – songwriter and actress – Jully Black hair style review by Black Hair Spot

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How absolutely gorgeous is this hairstyle? Triple threat Canadian songwriter, singer and perform Jully Black rocked this style while she rocked the runway at the Heart & Stroke Foundation’s Heart Truth Fashion Show. We love this look because not only is it fun and chic, but it’s also a great protective hairstyle. Whether you have the natural length or feel the need to add a bit, this is definitely a style that could minimize the amount of heat used when styling your hair. A quick wash followed by a quick blow dry and you could absolutely jazz up your hair in a big way.

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