Rita Ora is rocking red hair now and it’s fierce
We've long had a bit of a thing for Rita Ora's hair as she can pretty much pull off any look. From curly-haired blonde bombshell to sleek up-dos and even rainbow hair, we thought Rita had tried it all - but girl, were we wrong.
The songstress debuted a new fierce look on her Instagram. Before stepping on a plane to head to Albania for a show, Rita posted a snap captioned: "Summer's here I even got my dress out. First show Tirana then Verona, oh and my hairs Red. Mwah 💋".
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It also seems like (for her tour, at least), Rita has ditched her curls for relaxed beach waves and a shaggy haircut - which she's been pairing with copper-hued makeup looks that just make the whole look come together.
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Getty ImagesRita Ora does have amazing hairstyles, but this makeup look stole our hearts. At the Jingle Bell Ball, she went for a Christmas-y pout and feline flick - gorge!
Getty ImagesRita is bringing the noughties back with this messy updo, long fringe, heavy eye makeup and of course, those hoop earrings. Just gorgeous, Rita!
REXHow stunning did Rita looked at the Bambi Awards? The songstress owned the red carpet with a nearly naked dress, sleek hair 'do and bronze-hued makeup.
REX FeaturesWe've got to hand it to you Rita, this look is stunning. We adore the subtle wash of colour over the eyelids, and the red lipstick and cute red hard are <3.
Getty ImagesWe're getting serious 1970s vibes from this shaggy 'do. The singer wowed on the red carpet with her retro hairstyle and sunglasses.
Getty ImagesArriving at the Serpentine, Rita absolutely wowed with her bold lips and accompanying glam eye makeup.
Getty ImagesAnd just look at those hair accessories!
Getty ImagesWoah - Rita looked utterly flawless at the Billboard Awards 2017. She styled her hair into a slicked-back style and wowed with her eye makeup and nude lip shade.
Getty ImagesAt the Met Gala 2017, Rita opted for a wig to create this look. It was bold and divisive.
Getty ImagesRita attended the AW17 Chanel show in Paris, and was spotted front row sporting rock chick textured waves. We <3.
Getty ImagesRita stunned at the UK premiere for Fifty Shades Darker. Her hair and makeup were seriously on point.
Getty ImagesThe singer looked simply stunning at the premiere for Fifty Shades Darker. Her pink lipstick was especially pretty, while her hair was tousled perfection...
Getty Images... and looked especially lovely from the back!
Getty ImagesWe love Rita's hair when it's in loose curls, but also when she slicks it back and ties it up. It shows off her perfect brows and great makeup.
Getty ImagesWoah - this is a big hair change for Rita. She's taken her locks super short and is bang on trend this season with those curls.
Ambra VernuccioAt the GLAMOUR Beauty Festival - yes, we had our first ever beauty festival over the weekend, and it was AMAZING - Rita Ora looked incredible. With her blonde hair curled to perfection, her hairstylist Chris Appleton ensured she was picture perfect for her talk.
Chris said: "To get the look I braided the hair in sections and used the irons to seal in the texture. It's fast easy and fun for an explosion of texture."
GettyRita is still rocking super long locks, but recently has been styling them in a straight 'do.
Rita Ora via InstagramWe are totally in <3 with Rita's gorgeous long locks in this photo which she shared on her Instagram. We also wouldn't mind knowing what she used on her eyes to make them so sparkly!
Rex FeaturesRita tried out a new look recently on the red carpet and made a case for dramatic two-tone eyes, bold red lips and flawless skin.
Splash NewsWe can't wait to see what other hairstyles Rita will do this year. We're expecting crazy colour like this temporary look, statement ponytails and dramatic up-dos. We're excited!
Rex FeaturesAhead of filming the live shows for The Voice Rita Ora still found time to kick off celebrations to mark the 100th anniversary of the iconic Coca-Cola Bottle at the opening of the Contour Centenary Bar in London's Soho. The stunning singer wore red (natch) and had extensions put in for long-flowing locks. Beautiful!
PA PhotosRita Ora looked stunning at the 2015 BRIT Awards. For the night, celebrating the best British music, she donned an incredible Roberto Cavalli jumpsuit with a plunging back and front. Due to the fact that her outfit was so eye-catching, Rita kept her hair relaxed with just a hint of a quiff. She completed the look with matching diamond-studded ear cuffs by Lorraine Schwartz.
PA PhotosWe don't think we've ever spotted Rita Ora in the same 'do twice, and she always inspires us to try out new looks - so we may be copying this choppy platinum bob on our next trip to the hairdresser. Oh, and we love the cobalt blue eyeshadow and trademark red lippy too.
Rex FeaturesAside from matching her eyeshadow to her dress (acid yellow shadow anyone?), Rita added even more drama to her AMAs red carpet look thanks to her statement top knot. Her blonde tresses were piled expertly on the top of her head, adding a vibe of cool-girl sophistication to the overall aesthetic.
PA PhotosLong tumbling Hollywood waves work for retro beauty queen Rita whose red lip and feline eyeliner flicks are her signature beauty look.
Rex FeaturesNever one to shy away from experimentation when it comes to all things hair and beauty, Rita paired her favourite beauty look (bold lip, lined eye) with a mismatching pair of twisted pleats to celebrate her Paper Magazine cover. Kooky but cool.
Rex FeaturesWe loved the springy vintage blonde waves teamed with metallic eye shadow and a soft pink lip for the 201 Grammys.
PA PhotosRita Ora wows at the British Fashion Awards with ice-blonde platinum waves and a hot red lip colour.
WennFor her 23rd birthday party at The Box in London, Rita styled her locks into this Studio 54-meets-Gwen Stefani style for the disco-themed bash.
Getty ImagesRita’s platinum locks are basically her trademark but this silver hue complete with dyed in roots that she sported at a London party in late 2013, is a cut above the rest and most definitely our very favourite.
PA PhotosBut any hair chameleon worth her salt can change up her look in a heartbeat and this red bob wig is fun and fresh. However, unlike Rita, we’d probably save this for special occasions where as we spied her working the bold look on casual day out shopping in New York – as you do.
Rex FeaturesBack to the platinum but with signature darker routes, this faux-bob is a great style for Rapunzels looking to change their hair for an occasion.
PA PhotosAnother day out in New York, another hairstyle for R-Ora: The How We Do hitmaker ditched the glamorous long lengths for this choppy bob with a sharp pink dip-dye.
Rex FeaturesWhen we first clapped eyes on Rita's graphic liner look, we immediately dug deep into our make-up bags to hook out some faithful liquid liner. Such a simple look to create, but oh-so-very effective. This is one of the easiest ways to make a splash with your beauty look on a night out. Bonus points for the super-dooper quiff.
Rex FeaturesKeeping her look a tad more muted for dinner, Rita’s bob is a warmer blonde letting the natural wave in her hair do its magic.
Rex FeaturesOn the set of a DKNY ad, Rita looks ah-ma-zing showcasing a very 2013 Lob (the long bob for those not familiar it). Paired with signature red lips, this side-swept city blow-dry is classic Rita.
AKM-GSIHello, Rapunzel. The How We Do hitmaker completely changed up her look and proved she could turn her hand - or hair - to any look with this super-long style.
PA PhotosPicking up the gong for Best Solo Artist at GLAMOUR’s 2013 Woman Of The Awards, Rita completely turned her red carpet look on its head. Gone was the staple red lips and big, curly hair and instead a high-rise quiff and metallic smoky eye.
PA PhotosAnd because this look really should be shown from all angles… Whipped up into a delicate chignon at the back, Rita’s dark roots and super quiff give a classic up-do a new lease of life.
Rex FeaturesIf you’re doing schoolgirl plaits and you’re no longer of school age, take a leaf out of Rita’s book and update the classic style with a fishtail braid instead. Note the side-parting too which will keep you out of Wednesday Addams territory – particular if you’re a brunette.
Remember when Lady Gaga did hot canary yellow streaks in her platinum locks? Well at a secret gig in London in 2013, Rita brought the look bang up-to-date again by having them dip-dyed in and keeping her locks poker straight.
Rita Ora/InstagramOh hi there, braidy lady. Rita Ora shared a snap of her super French plaits in February 2013 when she was on the subway – or, at least it sure looks like she’s on the subway. This is a great style for those with hair that can be susceptible to the elements in the colder weather.
Rex FeaturesRita is well aware of the power of a good plait – particularly on the red carpet. This side-swept version with pinned-up sides and an off-centre parting looks fresh and sharp, nicely off-setting her floor-length gown.
Move over Bey; this might just be the best festival hair we’ve ever seen. (Is it wrong to want to get a perm after seeing this?)
PA PhotosWe love a good asymmetric hairstyle, especially when they’re done with this kind of hair and beauty aplomb. Showing off the delicate neckline of her dramatic frock, Rita’s trademark platinum blonde curls are pinned up with loose tendrils gently framing her face. This really is a suit-all style.
Getty ImagesWe have to admit that we love a bit love dark roots in blonde hair; there’s something so (well, obviously) effortless about it and Rita keeps hers looking great by maintaining the rest of the colour so well.
M.A.C CosmeticsSnapped backstage at V Festival and we can’t help but wish that we’d looked like this after two days in a field. Hmmm. Moving on.
Rex FeaturesThis honey-hued bob was a shock for Rita’s fans as it was the first time she completely changed up her look. It’s also, incidentally one of our favourite looks from the R.I.P. hitmaker’s changing styles. Sharp, totally chic and gloriously throwback all at the same time, this slicked-back bob is such an easy style for those with shorter locks to replicate.
Rita Ora/InstagramBut did you know that the lovely Miss Ora’s natural hair hue was this dark? Sporting dark chestnut brown tresses as a teenager, we’ve now got even more hair envy of the Radioactive singer as it’s a rare thing for people to be able to pull off both blonde and brunette hair hues with such easy brilliance. Gah!
