# Celebrity Mohawks Rihanna Shaves Sides of Head and Rocks the Results By Elsa Blaine | Published 2009-07-17 | Celebs Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rihanna-mohawk References: [popeater](http://www.popeater.com/music/article/rihanna-shaves-head-for-new-haircut/576414) Rihanna is rockin’ a powerful new modified punk-mohawk hairstyle. She was seen July 16th in New York City with both sides of her head completely shaved, with a longer layered section left in the center. The length in the middle allows her to flip her remaining locks to one side or another. What a fierce way to show off [ultra-hip earrings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shenseea) like the phoenix and chain ones in these pictures. Like the mythical bird, Rihanna is proving she has the will to rise from the flames stronger and more confident than ever. The last 3 images where taken June 29th (pre-shaved), as Rihanna attended a birthday party for Allegra Versace. She is simply stunning in that angular black and white skirt suit. We recently saw Cassie sporting a [similar style](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hall-of-fade) although she chose to limit the shaving to one side, check out the images below. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.8/10 - Popularity: 98% | Activity: 97% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Celebs](https://www.trendhunter.com/celebs) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Modified Punk-mohawk Hairstyles:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop products and services that cater to individuals seeking unique and edgy hairstyles. - **Rising Popularity of Shaved Hairstyles:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create innovative haircare products and styling tools specifically designed for shaved hairstyles. - **Statement Earrings and Bold Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design and produce trendy and eye-catching accessories that complement and enhance bold hairstyles. ### Where This Applies - **Haircare and Styling Products:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new formulas and technologies for haircare products tailored for unique hairstyles and shaved heads. - **Fashion and Apparel:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create clothing and accessories that incorporate elements of punk and edginess to align with the rising trend of modified mohawk hairstyles. - **Jewelry and Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design and manufacture bold, statement earrings and accessories that complement and accentuate unique hairstyles like shaved head and mohawks. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Inclusive Beauty Haircare Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fenty-hair.md) - [Athlete Hair Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/athlete-hair-campaigns-schwarzkopf-professionals-up-your-hair-game-celebrat.md) - [Celebrity-Headed Haircare Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ccred.md) - [Performance Styling Haircare](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chris-mcmillan.md) - [Hairstyle NFT Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rodmans-barbershop.md) - [Film-Centric Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smurfs-collection.md) - [Hairstylist-Approved Brand Launches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roz-launches-at-sephora.md) - [Music-Informed Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roc-nation-and-moncler.md) - [Complementary Haircut Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hall-of-fade.md)