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Hairstyle File: India Arie

What's not to love about India Arie? She wildly talented, ultra-conscious, and totally gorgeous--and today's her birthday! In honor of the "I Am Not My Hair" singer's big day, let's take a look back at some of her most memorable hairstyles.
By Essence ·
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2002, White Out

At the Grammy Awards party in 2002, the singer wrapped her shoulder-length dreadlocks in a chic white scarf.

Hairstyle File: India Arie
02
2004, Buzz Worthy

At an Organic Magazine luncheon for “Women With Organic Style,” India Arie debuted her stunning buzz cut.

Hairstyle File: India Arie
03
2005, Twisted Tresses

At a party for Stevie Wonder, Arie rocked the red carpet with her flirty twists.

Hairstyle File: India Arie
04
2006, Pomp and Circumstance

India Arie showed up to the 37th Annual NAACP Image Awards rocking an elegant chignon with a pompadour.

Hairstyle File: India Arie
05
2007, Natural Woman

At the 49th Annual GRAMMY Awards, India sported a head full of tousled, highlighted natural tresses.

Hairstyle File: India Arie
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2010, Braided Beauty

India.Arie arrives to the 3rd annual BET Honors wearing her long micro-braids in a glamorous low ponytail.

Hairstyle File: India Arie