Back in 2002, Ashanti was dubbed the "Princess of Hip Hop and R&B," and with her latest album,
The Declaration released on June 3rd, tearing up the charts, it's clear that this title still holds true. To match her new grown-up sound, Ashanti has cultivated a hot new grown up style that radiates confidence and utter fierce-ness. I caught up with this singer-songwriter/record producer/actress/model/fashion designer decked out in a leopard printed
Blumarine dress accessorized with
Lorraine Schwartz jewelry and a metallic
Chanel clutch. at the
Step-Up Women's Network 10th Anniversary Inspiration Awards Gala where we got to talking about some of her best style secrets. Read on for what she had to say about fashion, beauty, and her fool-proof date-night outfit.