It’s not unusual to see Cardi B dance onto the stage or the red carpet with a brightly colored wig in shades we’ve never seen before. Those daring hair looks are usually courtesy of one of her many wigs, most of which she’s credited to hairdresser Tokyo Stylez. Stylez doesn’t just create wigs, she creates masterpieces — all perfectly installed, might I add.

You might remember the pulled back updo Cardi had at Rihanna’s 2019 Diamond Ball or the Rapunzel-esque red inches she wore for a Poison Ivy costume. To scroll through Stylez’s Instagram is to swim through a sea of flawlessly blended wigs.

Bursting onto the rap scene in 2016, on the sixth season of VH1’s Love & Hip Hop: New York, Cardi made a name for herself in the beauty space with her down-to-there straight lengths in varying tones of cherry red, raven, and platinum. From short lilac pixies to waist-length rainbow varieties, Cardi isn’t afraid to try any hair look, and always looks great in them.

We’ve rounded up some of her best wig looks to prove just how many she must have. Our only question is where she keeps them all.

Coronavirus Realness

After COVID-19 made its way to the United States, Cardi B made a statement on Instagram Live, “Coronavirus. Shit is real. Shit is getting real.” The soundbite ended up getting remixed into a catchy dance song. She looked sensational in a bronze fishnet dress from TLZ L’Femme. The honey blonde highlights blended seamlessly into the caramel hair for a look we hope to see again on the entertainer in the future.

Pretty In Pink

Cardi seems really into hair bows, as this is the second look with the style that she’s worn during quarantine. The rapper shared a close-up of the bubblegum pink wig to Instagram on Tuesday, April 28. She used half the wig to create a bow on the top of her head while the rest of the hair (except for the bangs) was tied into a low ponytail. We’re going to be watching closely to see if she experiments with any more bows while self-isolating.

The Rainbow Wig

In February of 2019, Cardi B wore this long, rainbow wig that we couldn’t look away from.

NBA Bougie Look

Cardi’s look at the NBA All-Star Game in February was next level luxury. She styled the perfectly slicked-back, length ponytail with a fur vet and a purple Birkin bag that was just so extra. The garnet wig was slicked back into this low, side ponytail. We need the details on the styling products ASAP because not a single hair is out of place.

Her Lilac Look

At a party during Super Bowl weekend, the rapper’s wig was short and lilac with magenta streaks.

Blue For Bernie

In April, the performer went live on Instagram to discuss a few political issues with Sen. Bernie Sanders. She made her appearance in this gorgeous cobalt blue wig. Rather than do the typical space buns, the hair was pulled up into two large bows on either side of her head.

Color Coordinated Mint & Pink Wig

At an event in April 2019, Cardi B wore a long mint and pink wig that complemented her colorful outfit.

Platinum Silver

The rapper made us want to dye our hair silver when she wore this wig in 2018.

90s Perfection

Cardi was a stunner in this half-up, half-down style with flipped ends. The throwback look comes with a twist – literally – as the front of the hair is in medium-sized Bantu knots. Fun fact: Although her wig may look black in some photos, it’s actually an indigo shade.

The Blonde Bob

In September 2018, Cardi B stunned us with her sleek short blond bob wig and leopard sunglasses.

Flamin Red Hot

Our regular, degular, shmegular girl from the Bronx arrived at the Powerhouse NYC 2019 concert in this nurse costume just before Halloween. This super straight, waist-length crimson wig matches her outfit and bold rouge lip flawlessly.

Platinum Bombshell

Have you ever seen a wig as long as the one the rapper wore to the Global Citizens Concert in 2018?

Space Buns In Pink

This ultra-long wig’s raven-black space buns were accented with a thick, electric-pink stripe right down the center of its blunt bangs, making Cardi look like a character straight out of the Mortal Kombat video game. Even when wearing dark hair, she can’t resist having a pop of color added in somewhere.

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When it comes to homecoming season, picking the right date, clothes, manicure and makeup don’t even compare to the trouble you will go through to pull off a dope hair look. For naturals, this truth is doubly true. Particularly because our fabulous curls allow for even more options. Of course, straightening our locs have long seemed to be the most viable option for special occasions such as these but there are tons of options for our natural hair too, whether they be for 3C or 4C curl patterns. Whatever look you choose, a key matter of importance is making sure that it not only looks good throughout the entire night as you tear up the dance floor but makes you feel fly as hell.

Whether you’re gearing up for prom or a night out on the town, these formal styles for natural hair will have you vibin’ to your Black Girl Magic and rockin’ your natural locks.

1. Break out the big guns with a set of bantu knots that are the cutest.

If a silk press was once The Expected Look of Black girls Bantu Knots are the proven Ol’ Reliable. Whether your locs are transitioning her full-blown natural, bantu knots are undeniably the perfect protective style for all Black hair. Plus, not only does the look give ultra 90s vibes they’re super easy to achieve as well. To get the look, part your hair into square or triangular sections around your head. Then, twist your sections tight bunds and pin them down with a bobbi pins. For the ultimate homecoming look that will surely steal the crown, braid colorful yarn or twine into your hair or add flowers, pearls or hair cuffs.

2. Do the ultimate braid and wrap with the cutest braid bun.

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For a slick and stylish look that is also extremely classic, go for a slicked-back ponytail and wrap-around braid. To obtain this look reach for your everyday styling conditioner. slick your hair back into a high ponytail and then braid out your hair (add extensions if you need to!) and then wrap the braid around your ponytail so that it sits high on your head. You’ll have your very own braid crown.

3. Be the ultra Black queen with the most divine crown.

Let’s be real, of all of the looks on this list, this one will cost you a good amount of time and money but it’ll be so worth it. For this look, you’ll want to start off with a slicked-back pony tail and the longest extensions you can find. Build out a set of four pre-rolled buns and you’ll be good to go one you’ve added a chain of pearls. Pro-tip: If you want this look to be indestructible and done quickly, go to a salon.

4. Show up all of the looks on the floor with the ultimate twist out and go.

These slicked-down baby hairs will undoubtedly make you the belle of the ball for your homecoming night. What’s more? Achieving this look is actually pretty easy. To do so, section off a portion of the crown of your head and scoop the rest into a ponytail. For your ponytail get a good defining conditioner on your ends and then use your favorite edge cream to twirl out your baby hairs.

5. Show up the group with the ultimate afro proof.

Shrug off and stick it to every dress code that ever dared to tell you that you and your curls weren’t “well-groomed” or “classy.” For this look, wash your hair, pick out your curls and hit the ballroom with a stylin’ look that exudes melanin dreams.

7. Go all the way in on the fall bob trend with a set of locs that do the look justice.

Remember: because your hair is so epically amazing, there are tons of ways to rock your Black Girl Magic + a bob. You can go with a deep part and section of your hair into braids, locs or twists or go for an edgier look and part your hair in the center. Either way, girl, this look will have you stylin’.

8. Lock down the crown with the ultimate pearly locs.

Break out your fave box braid style with a look that flows past your shoulder or stops at your chin. Looking to go for a curly mermaid look? Braid your hair and apply light heat with a curler to your edges to channel your inner sea spirit.

9. Do the ultimate best with hair done in mambo twists and some layer swifts.

For a different twist on locs and braids, nothing compares to a mambo twist out. For this look you’ll want help from a stylist or friend who knows how to do a great version of this look and extensions, extensions, extensions.

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