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25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week

25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week
By Essence · Updated October 28, 2020
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25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week

Eva Marcille’s short, platinum coif is beyond amazing. We really love this look on her.

25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week
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25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week

Eve goes long and lean with a super straight style with blunt cut bangs.

25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week
03
25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week

Tika Sumpter loves wearing her hair long and straight and we do too!

25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week
04
25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week

Rihanna rocked a fire-red cropped do this week that was totally hot.

25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week
05
25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week

Rihanna is known for switching up her hair, and this week she made a drastic change overnight. Her long, red curls are edgy, yet elegant.

25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week
06
25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week

Yvette Nicole Brown shows off her natural updo and her pal Sherri Shepherd looks fab in bangs. These two looked great at our Girlfriends Appreciation Day party.

25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week
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25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week

Wendy Williams does everything over the top, and her hairstyles are no exception. These full and voluminous curls looked great on the daytime diva.

25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week
08
25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week

Raven-Symone looks ultra glam in her long, loose curls. We also love her subtle light brown highlights.

25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week
09
25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week

Kerry Washington rocks bangs and side swept long hair that looks lovely.

25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week
10
25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week

Vanessa Williams goes glam with loose updo hairstyle. By wearing her hair off her face, she highlights her beautiful eyes.

25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week
11
25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week

We love the versatile style of Erica and Tina Campbell. Erica’s asymmetric bob is ultra trendy and Tina’s lush curls are perfect for spring. Love it!

25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week
12
25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week

Keri Hilson’s signature platinum blond loose waves are perfect for a onstage look that wows the fans.

25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week
13
25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week

Jennifer Hudson wore long, wavy hair during a concert this week.

25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week
14
25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week

While promoting her album in Barbados, JHud pulled her long hair into a single braid with a side part.

25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week
15
25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week

LaLa Vasquez’s loose curls look shiny and healthy and the center part brings attention to her pretty green eyes.

25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week
16
25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week

Jordin Sparks tops our list because of her brave, go-there mentality when it comes to her hair. Did you notice the purple streaks? Fun!

25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week
17
25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week

Janet Jackson is growing out her cropped hair a bit by adding feathery, layered bangs.

25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week
18
25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week

Pat Cleveland attends Belvedere Bloody Mary brunch rocking her fierce and fun curly fro.

25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week
19
25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week

Elise Neal appeared on the red carpet this week with a side swept bang and loose, shoulder length waves.

25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week
20
25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week

Estelle’s burgundy short hair looks great on her!

25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week
21
25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week

Keshia Knight Pulliam chooses a center part for her straight hair which accents her gorgeous face.

25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week
22
25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week

Christina Milian wore her hair loose and long this week at the ‘Audrina’ launch party.

25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week
23
25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week

Yolanda Adams’ sleek bob is sophisticated and chic.

25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week
24
25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week

Eva Marcille’s short, platinum coif is beyond amazing. We really love this look on her.

25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week
25
25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week

Eve goes long and lean with a super straight style with blunt cut bangs.

25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week
26
25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week

Tika Sumpter loves wearing her hair long and straight and we do too!

25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week
27
25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week

Rihanna rocked a fire-red cropped do this week that was totally hot.

25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week
28
25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week

Rihanna is known for switching up her hair, and this week she made a drastic change overnight. Her long, red curls are edgy, yet elegant.

25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week
29
25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week

Yvette Nicole Brown shows off her natural updo and her pal Sherri Shepherd looks fab in bangs. These two looked great at our Girlfriends Appreciation Day party.

25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week
30
25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week

Wendy Williams does everything over the top, and her hairstyles are no exception. These full and voluminous curls looked great on the daytime diva.

25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week
31
25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week

Raven-Symone looks ultra glam in her long, loose curls. We also love her subtle light brown highlights.

25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week
32
25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week

Kerry Washington rocks bangs and side swept long hair that looks lovely.

25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week
33
25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week

Vanessa Williams goes glam with loose updo hairstyle. By wearing her hair off her face, she highlights her beautiful eyes.

25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week
34
25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week

We love the versatile style of Erica and Tina Campbell. Erica’s asymmetric bob is ultra trendy and Tina’s lush curls are perfect for spring. Love it!

25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week
35
25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week

Keri Hilson’s signature platinum blond loose waves are perfect for a onstage look that wows the fans.

25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week
36
25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week

Jennifer Hudson wore long, wavy hair during a concert this week.

25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week
37
25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week

While promoting her album in Barbados, JHud pulled her long hair into a single braid with a side part.

25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week
38
25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week

LaLa Vasquez’s loose curls look shiny and healthy and the center part brings attention to her pretty green eyes.

25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week
39
25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week

Jordin Sparks tops our list because of her brave, go-there mentality when it comes to her hair. Did you notice the purple streaks? Fun!

25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week
40
25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week

Janet Jackson is growing out her cropped hair a bit by adding feathery, layered bangs.

25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week
41
25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week

Pat Cleveland attends Belvedere Bloody Mary brunch rocking her fierce and fun curly fro.

25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week
42
25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week

Elise Neal appeared on the red carpet this week with a side swept bang and loose, shoulder length waves.

25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week
43
25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week

Estelle’s burgundy short hair looks great on her!

25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week
44
25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week

Keshia Knight Pulliam chooses a center part for her straight hair which accents her gorgeous face.

25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week
45
25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week

Christina Milian wore her hair loose and long this week at the ‘Audrina’ launch party.

25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week
46
25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week

Yolanda Adams’ sleek bob is sophisticated and chic.

25 Hottest Hairstyles of the Week