The 2014 Emmys Red Carpet was chock full of fashion and beauty hits and misses. And with a fair share of the Emmy nominees this year being for women of color, I was overjoyed to see so many brown faces walking the red carpet. Highlights for me included Kerry Washington post-pregnancy and absolutely stunning, Keke Palmer in her royal blue and basically every single Orange Is The New Black cast member. I LOVE that show.
LoveBrownSugar has the inside scoop from celebrity stylists on how to get some of your favorite red carpet looks with simple products that you can buy yourself! Check it out:
1. Keke Palmer’s Sleek Twisted Ponytail
Celebrity stylist Cynthia Alvarez was responsible for Keke Palmer’s sleek ponytail at the 2014 Emmy Awards. Cynthia says, “…we decided to go with a simple, chic ‘up do’ style to complement the dress. From the front it’s very simply pulled back, but once she turns around, you’ll see the back has interesting detail. A classic style, with a twist…literally.”
How To Get The Look:
6. Finish with Motions Hold & Shine Spray. And top off the style with fancy hair bling of your choice!
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Keke hit the red carpet glamorous and beautiful as ever, and when she turned around the twist in the back was a pleasant and beautiful surprise!
2. Dasha Polanco’s Goddess Makeup
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3. Uzo Aduba’s Textured Bun
Celebrity stylist Jamika Wilson is responsible for making Uzo Aduba aka “Crazy Eyes” on OITNB look flawless on the red carpet. I loved her textured bun – perfect for natural girls! Jamika Wilson told us, “…our look for today was Classic Beauty! Soft, simple pulled back bun with a little volume keeping it soft at the top. Very glamorous & chic!”
How To Get The Look:
1. Shampoo natural hair with Motions Lavish Conditioning Shampoo & Moisture Plus Conditioner. Spray the hair with Motions Nourish Leave-In Conditioner and comb through for even distribution. Add a small amount of Motions Straight Finish Sealer, then blow dry the hair straight.
Tip: “I love this product combination because it really eliminates frizz and smooths the hair. The hair was silky and ready for a classic style.” – Jamika
2. Flat iron entire head with a focus on the top, adding a bump for volume. For added volume, fluff hair with fingers and then pull toward the back into a simple bun. Secure with hair pins, leaving volume at the top.
3. Smooth the sides of the hair and nape of the neck with Motions Shine Enhancing Pomade and Motions Light Hold Working Spritz.
4. Use a blow dryer to seal the hair – a simple trick that holds a style into place.
5. To finish the look, spray the entire head with Motions Hold & Shine.
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