Hairstylist to the stars, Ursual Stephen explained more about Rihanna’s AMA doobie wrap in a Q&A with Elle Magazine online.  The controversy over the pop Icon’s decision to wear a Doobie Wrap to the American Music Awards hit the net like a ton of bricks!  Ursula Stephen is not new to the hair game.  Her list of clients include Love and Hip Hop’s K Michelle, Scandal’s Kerri Washington, and singer Keyshia Cole just to name a few.  Ursula also has a new salon in Brooklyn!  Check out Ursula’s response to Rihanna’s Doobie below.

Whose idea was it for Rihanna to wear a doobie wrap? 

It was actually Rihanna’s idea. She had her mind made up! Honestly, I was a little hesitant but I knew she could pull it off, so I was all for it.

Did you anticipate the overwhelming reaction?

I knew it would get a reaction but I wasn’t sure if it would be positive or negative. A doobie on the red carpet has never been done before so I knew it could have gone either way.

Do you foresee the wrap, worn outside the home/salon, becoming a universal trend?

Sure. I mean, it’s already been done. I see girls on the street rocking them all the time shopping, eating, etc. It’s just never been seen in a formal setting.

There’s been quite a bit of backlash from some members of the African-American and Latina community, who feel the wrap should be relegated to the bedroom. How do you respond to that criticism? 

Everyone has an opinion. However, the doobie has been worn to Bergdorf Goodman. They just haven’t been paying attention. And it’s been around since the ’30s. Part of my job is to know eras, trends and fashion, and to keep looks alive by adding a modern twist.

Meanwhile, RWS received an email from the former manager of Brooklyn underground hip hop artist Patwa who says RiRi saw her client wearing the doobie wrap back in 2011 and stole the look after her client was rejected from Roc Nation for being too street.