Hji hearts . . . rihanna's new blonde hue

Rihanna's hair has been a style success this year and she's now stepped out with a gorgeous, new blonde hue.

The colour adds an extra dimension to her look, giving it a sophisticated, golden glow.

Earlier this year, Rihanna sported her high hair along with some edgy blonde streaks that contrasted her black hair. She teamed this do with street savvy styling that made her look super-slick and urban cool.

Moving forward with the style, and her image, Rihanna has now opted for this softer golden tone. Wearing flowing evening gowns and high fashion frocks, she's transformed her look to one of a demure lady rather than a fly girl.

Andy Smith, John Carne Hairdressing, Guildford thinks that Rihanna's new look works well. "Rihanna's rich new honey caramel colour is softer than her signature jet black look and it's surprisingly successful."

Since her success with the infectious 'Umbrella,' Rihanna's fame has grown and grown.

She's cleverly updated her look every few months and this new style screams sophistication for a singer who wants to be taken seriously.

Says Andy: "Worn in a side-sweeping crop, the style and colour looks expensive and sophisticated and is a perfect match for her glamorous dresses."

Despite the glamour that this new style evokes, the height of the do shows that Rihanna is still a rebel at heart who knows how to play the lady.

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