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Elle Varner’s Top Hairstyles

From long, sleek hair to bouncy curls, here are the best hairstyles from our ESSENCE Festival star.
By Deena Campbell · Updated October 27, 2020
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Long and Fabulous

Elle Varner shows that wearing purple/brown-hued hair is the best way to add spice to your look. 

Elle Varner’s Top Hairstyles
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Curly Girl

When it comes to the red carpet, the Grammy nominated artist likes to play around with different curls in different sizes. 

Elle Varner’s Top Hairstyles
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Up Curls

Elle Varner attended the Rebecca Minkoff fashion show during Fashion Week Spring 2015 with a curly updo.

Elle Varner’s Top Hairstyles
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Purple Passion

We love it when Elle experiments with color. The singer showed off a purple ‘do on Instagram with the caption “what have you done for me lately??”

Elle Varner’s Top Hairstyles
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Blonde Babe

Dark roots build dimension and give the look a bit more style, but don’t go too light. Elle’s marigold hair color compliments her lighter skin.

Elle Varner’s Top Hairstyles
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Grown-Out ‘Fro

The bigger the better! Elle’s curls makes it impossible not to love big hair.

Elle Varner’s Top Hairstyles
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Accessory Action

Add a simple headband for an instant preppy look, or a colorful accessory for a playful look like Elle’s.

Elle Varner’s Top Hairstyles
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