ALICIA KEYS BEST HAIRSTYLES AND HAIRCUTS

Alicia Keys always knows how to dress up an outfit with an outstanding hairstyle, and this style is no exception! There is so much happening in this style, yet it is fairly simple for you to do when you break it down. Once you are done washing your hair, all you need to do is braid it and place the braids nicely into a high bun. This style will work better a day or two after you have washed your hair, as slightly dirty hair is easier to style than freshly washed hair. Do not forget to use bobby pins to secure the braids in place, and take a few with you to your event in case you need to replace one or two. Alicia has taken a few strands and done curls along her forehead, which helps to soften the height of this hairstyle. Keep in mind, that the thicker your hair, the heavier this hairstyle is going to be. This style is great for those who want to elongate their face shape slightly and keep their hair out of their face for the evening ahead.

When it comes to your makeup application, you want to keep in mind that this hairstyle will be the star of the show. This means that you want to try and keep your makeup simple yet elegant like Alicia has done. You can finish off with your favorite lipstick color and can make it a gloss as you don't have to worry about your hair getting stuck to your lips.

These thick medium length locks are styled into waves and curls and twisted to the top to create this updo that will turn heads at any special occasion. This hairstyle proves that you don't need long tresses to create an upstyle.

Alicia Keys always has that "New York City casual cool" vibe about her, but she can do glamour just as well, as shown by this recent photo. Alicia turned up on the red carpet looking stunning in a glossy, over sized braided updo. Keys fans everywhere will want to copy this look for their next formal night out. This naturally dark mane is braided then pulled up and pinned to the head to create this fabulous upstyle perfect to turn heads at any special occasion. The height through the the top of this style makes it great to compliment a round face - here's how to get it.

This is a style that requires a lot of pinning, braiding and twisting, so it's best to get a friend or (even better) your hairstylist to do it for you. It's not an easy style to do on yourself.

The first step is to pull the hair back into a super-sleek, tight ponytail. If you have medium length or very thin hair, you may need to add a hairpiece in at this point to get the thick, long braid that is needed for this style.

Once your hair is braided, pin it to the head in a "loop" like Alicia has done, going forwards then looping back behind the ear to the nape of the neck, then back to the top again. After it has been pinned and sprayed into place, finish it all off with a gloss spray for extra glam factor!

Alicia Keys turned heads at the Grammy Awards with her locks teased and dressed into this fab updo. The top is also teased to achieve maximum height making this hairstyle great to complement a round face. This look will need time to create.

This stunning 'do is braided down one side and worn over the shoulder to give the over-all style a sexy look and feel. The bangs are blow-waved smooth and worn high to give the top height and lift. This look is great for any occasion.

This creative bun is roll is braided, rolled and pinned to the top of the head to achieve this stunning 'do which is great for any special occasion. Allow plenty of time to re-create this look and with the help of the right products, this style will hold well all day.

A long layered curly look that has been styled to appear more settled. The side and width achieved through the sides and back make this a great look for longer face shapes.