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Top 10: Hairstyles of the Week 10-19-2012

Bold blonde layers, chic bobs and sassy pompadours were just a few of the fascinating hairstyles worn by celebs this week.  From New York to LA, here are the most standout manes.
By Nicole Marie Melton · Updated October 28, 2020
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01
Kimora Lee Simmons

Where: The Mr. Pink Ginseng Drink launch party at Regent Beverly Wilshire Hotel in Beverly Hills.

Why: Lee Simmons flaunted a silky, waist-length mane that was dramatic yet delightful.

Top 10: Week's Best Hairstyles
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02
Keke Palmer

Where: The Los Angeles premiere of Alex Cross at ArcLight Cinemas Cinerama Dome in Hollywood.

Why: Palmer’s new hue is sizzling hot! We love that she kept her roots natural and added long, sweeping layers to her cut.

Top 10: Week's Best Hairstyles
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03
Leona Lewis

Where: At HMV, Oxford Street in London.

Why: How cute is Lewis’ side ponytail? It’s an easy way to add spice to a casual, everyday ‘do.

Top 10: Week's Best Hairstyles
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04
Solange

Where: The American Ballet Theatre Opening Night Fall New York City Center Gala in New York, United States.

Why: We haven’t seen Solange in straight hair in…well, we can’t even recall how long! Her newly straight strands are fierce.

Top 10: Week's Best Hairstyles
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05
Brandy

Where: The SiriusXM Studio in New York City.

Why: Brandy has a new album out this week and a new look to go along with it!  She can never go wrong with blunt-cut bangs and a bob.

Top 10: Week's Best Hairstyles
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06
Ciara

Where: The ESSENCE office to give us a taste of her upcoming album.

Why: When Ciara stepped foot in our office this week, we feel in love with her effortless, messy topknot.  So chic!

Top 10: Week's Best Hairstyles
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07
Tamara Tunie

Where: The closing night gala screening of Flight during the 50th New York Film Festival at Alice Tully Hall at Lincoln Center in New York City.

Why: Tunie’s tumble of ringlets can be dressed down or dressed up, as she wears them here on the red carpet.

Top 10: Week's Best Hairstyles
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08
Bridget Kelly

Where: BET’s Black Girls Rock 2012 at Paradise Theater in New York City.

Why: Kelly opted for jet black tresses with peek-a-boo blonde low-lights. Dramatic yet fresh!

Top 10: Week's Best Hairstyles
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09
Marsha Ambrosius

Where: BET’s Black Girls Rock 2012 at Paradise Theater in New York City.

Why: Ambrosius stole the show in full, layered high-shine ringlets.

Top 10: Week's Best Hairstyles
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10
Tracee Ellis Ross

Where: BET’s Black Girls Rock 2012 at Paradise Theater in New York City.

Why: One of our favorite naturalistas worked the red carpet in her glorious halo of shiny curls. Perfection!

Top 10: Week's Best Hairstyles
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