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Hairstyle File: Solange Knowles, Tress Trendsetter

Back when we knew Solange Knowles as Beyonce's micro-braided kid sister, following behind her at MTV TRL appearances, we had no clue she'd become a bona fide hair trendsetter! In 2010 alone, the singer/actress/DJ rocked four different hairstyles, and she's almost single-handedly responsible for the resurgence of the super-short natural. From a long, swingy blowout to her most recent look — braids swept up in a '60s-esque bun — here's a timeline of Solange's standout strand moments. Here's what you had to say: Ronnie commented via Facebook: "I like her natural look." Andrea wrote via Facebook:"I do respect her for having her own unique style."
Hairstyle File: Solange Knowles, Tress Trendsetter
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By Tia Williams · Updated October 29, 2020
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Back when we knew Solange Knowles as Beyonce’s micro-braided kid sister, following behind her at MTV TRL appearances, we had no clue she’d become a bona fide hair trendsetter! In 2010 alone, the singer/actress/DJ rocked four different hairstyles, and she’s almost single-handedly responsible for the resurgence of the super-short natural.

From a long, swingy blowout to her most recent look — braids swept up in a ’60s-esque bun — here’s a timeline of Solange’s standout strand moments.