Popsugar Fashion Celebrity Fashion Ashanti Wears Sexy Cutout Dress to Fat Joe's Birthday Party Lord, Grant Me the Strength of the Rings Holding Together Ashanti's Cutout Dress 23 August 2021 by Victoria Messina Image Source: Getty / Johnny Nunez As POPSUGAR editors, we independently select and write about stuff we love and think you'll like too. If you buy a product we have recommended, we may receive affiliate commission, which in turn supports our work. Note to self: don't invite Ashanti to your future birthday parties unless you'd like her to steal the spotlight with her outfit choice. Such was the case at Fat Joe's 51st birthday shindig in New York City last week — although the rapper looked dapper in a Tiffany blue suit, Ashanti was undoubtedly the centre of attention in her daring dress. The Grammy-winning singer likely gave other guests whiplash when she waltzed into the party wearing a formfitting minidress that featured numerous cutouts and was held together by just three metallic rings. Covered in a blue and black tropical print, the sexy design hails from Louisa Ballou, whose dresses have popped up on the 'grams of Chloe Bailey, Dua Lipa, and SZA, to name a few famous fashionistas. With input from stylist Tim B, Ashanti paired her dress with Yves Saint Laurent drop earrings, Cartier and Lorraine Schwartz bangles, and Tom Ford ankle-strap heels. Birthday boy and longtime friend Fat Joe couldn't help but hilariously hype up her look on Instagram Live while recapping his bash. "When Ashanti comes out that car, Jesus Christmas!" he exclaimed, adding, "In all the years I've known her, she's never looked better." If you're looking to turn some heads at your next birthday party — whether yours or otherwise — read ahead to shop Ashanti's exact Louisa Ballou dress and similarly sexy styles to get the job done. Related: 15 Designer-Looking Dresses You Won't Believe Cost Less Than $100 Ashanti Wearing a Blue Cutout Dress at Fat Joe's Birthday Party Image Source: Getty / Johnny Nunez Image Source: Getty / Johnny Nunez Image Source: Getty / Johnny Nunez Image Source: Getty / Johnny Nunez Image Source: Getty / Johnny Nunez View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ashanti (@ashanti) Shop Ashanti's Exact Louisa Ballou Dress Image Source: ssense.com Louisa Ballou Black & Blue Sex Wax Dress ($540) Louisa Ballou Black & Blue Sex Wax Dress $540 from ssense.com Buy Now Shop Similar Cutout Dresses Image Source: revolve.com Farai London Gaia Mini Dress ($122) Farai London Gaia Mini Dress $122 from revolve.com Buy Now 2020Ave Abstract Cut Out Halter Mini Dress Image Source: 2020ave.com 2020Ave Abstract Cut Out Halter Mini Dress ($40) 2020Ave Abstract Cut Out Halter Mini Dress $40 from 2020ave.com Buy Now Boohoo Tropicana O-ring Mesh Beach Dress Image Source: us.boohoo.com Boohoo Tropicana O-ring Mesh Beach Dress ($16, originally $40) Boohoo Tropicana O-ring Mesh Beach Dress $16 from us.boohoo.com Buy Now Beginning Boutique Set Sail Cut Out Halter Dress Image Source: beginningboutique.com Beginning Boutique Set Sail Cut Out Halter Dress ($65) Beginning Boutique Set Sail Cut Out Halter Dress $65 from beginningboutique.com Buy Now Forever 21 Tropical Floral Tube Dress Image Source: forever21.com Forever 21 Tropical Floral Tube Dress ($14, originally $20) Forever 21 Tropical Floral Tube Dress $14 from forever21.com Buy Now PrettyLittleThing Green Abstract Print Slinky Cut Out Ring Detail Bodycon Dress Image Source: prettylittlething.us PrettyLittleThing Green Abstract Print Slinky Cut Out Ring Detail Bodycon Dress ($26, originally $38) PrettyLittleThing Green Abstract Print Slinky Cut Out Ring Detail Bodycon Dress $26 from prettylittlething.us Buy Now Missguided Blue Psychedelic Print Cut Out Halter Mini Dress Image Source: missguidedus.com Missguided Blue Psychedelic Print Cut Out Halter Mini Dress ($26, originally $52) Missguided Blue Psychedelic Print Cut Out Halter Mini Dress $26 from missguidedus.com Buy Now Celebrity FashionSummer FashionShoppingFashion ShoppingCelebrity InstagramsFashion InstagramsGet The LookAshantiDressesSummer