- Rihanna's Loud era was arguably the catalyst for the red hair trend.
- beauty brands and wig salons are leaning more and more in the fiery look.
- Nadia Nakai and Rorisang Thandekiso are some local stars seen sporting red tresses.
Red is the new Black, and these A-listers know how to dazzle in in this daring colour.
There was a time when red was all you see in the industry and it still is the most fancied colour, whether on hair or clothes. With each season change there is a trending colour that takes over but fiery red looks seem to be a a staple. Red on its own command's attention.
During Rihanna's Loud era, this colour became a hot topic and the singer-turned-businesswoman rocked red hair effortlessly. She has experimented with different colours and styles since then, from pixie cuts to bobs and ponytails.
According to Glamour UK, the reason why red hair is so appealing because it can be tailored to suit any personal style. Whether you prefer a sleek and straight bob, loose waves or a straight up 'fro, red hair can be styled to match your individual fashion sense.
Hair brands are incorporating the in demand dyed looks, the likes of San Hair wigs, Revlon with its new Colorstay cream dye, Revenge Beauty, Shara Hair, just to mention a few. Celebrities such as Uncle Waffles, Thuli Phongolo, Ice Spice with her signature ginger tone, Nicki Minaj, Cardi B and more have dazzled in the different shades of red.
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Here are our favourite looks from celebrities rocking red hair:
Uncle Waffles
The booked and busy DJ stunned in long red hair while bringing the house down during a New York City gig.
Nadia Nakai
The Young, Famous and African star rocked curly hair from Revenge Beauty.
"Seek those who fan your flame," she captioned an Instagram post.
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Anele 'Ney the bae' Zondo
The presenter and rapper always tries on new hair and doesn't shy away from colour. In this Instagram picture she has a bob red wig on.
Nicki Minaj
The VMAs Video Vanguard award recipient is not new to the over-the-top daring red look. Nicki Minaj stunned in a red ponytail look for a music video.
Cardi B
For one of the scenes for the Bongos music video featuring Megan Thee Stallion, Cardi B had red hair, matching the red braided two-piece set.
Rorisang Thandekiso
Presenter Rorisang marveled in a darker red shade from Revenge Beauty.
Nande Ramncwana
The Bae Beyond Borders castmate rocked a darker red shade look.
Ice Spice
The new kid on the block has embraced her natural hair colour, making her stand out in the industry. She honoured her invite at the Met Gala 2023 in a Balmain gown, with sleek ginger-red hair.
