Over the years of Nicole Scherzinger's iconic career, she has been recognised and pretty much known for her trademark tresses. I mean, 'Don't Cha' wish you had her shiny dark lengths? However, in recent [hard] times, those shiny dark lengths have been taking a break from the limelight with Scherzy switching up her signature look for a few transformative styles.
Although it's been difficult to see them go (RIP, Nic's locks), we have to say that we've been loving the change. Last month she rocked a shamazin' bleach blonde and dark root look and earlier this year in February, she even cut off all of her hair and got a choppy bob. Hair-spo galore!
Now, in her most recent Instagram post, Nicole is debuting yet another style that veers slightly from her usual look, and it's one that is very much giving us all the Ariana Grande vibes. Of course, it's a take on Ari's go-to: the sleek high ponytail.
This time, the ex-Pussycat Doll has kept her natural colour, opting to give all the drama in the body of her ponytail. Usually, Ariana's pony is kept pin-straight, but for this look, Nicole has decided to go for voluminous curls. Hairstylist Davontae' Washington was the creator behind the bouncy pony, which was for Nicole's appearance on The Talk.
Oh, and if Nic's first IG reel didn't quite do the look justice, here she is again sporting the updo whilst dancing to TikTok's viral Louis Theroux song:
So iconic.
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Lia Mappoura (she/her) is the Beauty Writer at Cosmopolitan UK, with over four years of experience reporting across the brand's print, social, video and digital platforms. Lia covers everything from emerging trend analysis to viral celebrity hair and makeup moments, making her an expert at spotting the season’s next big beauty look (before it takes over social media feeds).
In 2025, she was named The Rising Media Star at the Love Perfume Awards with The Perfume Shop, recognised for her outstanding digital fragrance content and for building genuine authority within the space. She is passionate about challenging outdated beauty stereotypes, championing inclusive representation in beauty, and educating readers on the trends, products and conversations shaping the industry today. Follow her on Instagram or find her on LinkedIn.
