Last night the FiFi Awards highlighted the top fragrances of the year, but it was Nicole Richie's updo that really stole the show. "For the awards we wanted to put Nicole's hair up, but make it different than the topknot we do often," explained stylist Charley Brown. "[We wanted] something larger to balance the drama of the dress, but keeping it chic, cool, and easy." And while the design looks Read more

If you've been wondering what colors, cuts, and styles are presently in the height of fashion, look no further. Reality star, author, and all-around hair guru, Tabatha Coffey, is here to break it all down for us. So without further ado, we are pleased to present Tabatha's top five picks on hair trends that are as flattering as they are cool. Read more

For Fall 2012, Ann Taylor's head designer Lisa Axelson crossed the pond and took to the banks of the Seine, to the cozy-chic cafés of Montmartre, and to the gardens of the Tuileries. The result? An autumnal collection not only reminiscent of her travels, but also totally inspired by la femme jolie. Apart from the brand's signature animal-print wares (this time, in a digital dalmatian iteration), Read more

Not only is Solange Knowles an actress, DJ, mother, and aunt — to quite possibly the most famous baby in the world — she's also a budding style icon, making waves in the fashion industry with her quirky, covetable looks. To say that Solange has confidence is an understatement; she rocks bold, colorful looks, big hair, and beautiful ethnic-inspired prints, all with a sophistication and Read more

In true Jean Paul Gaultier fashion, Fall 2012 is a rocker chick's dream. Steeped in streetwear influences and a cult punk band vibe, the designer certainly had the underground on his mind. So much so, that everything from woven jacquard trousers to satin-sheen cocktail frocks were embellished with retro bright '80s-style graffiti prints. But don't let the urban-inspired designs fool you. Gaultier Read more

Marc by Marc Jacobs is known for its clean-lined ensembles, playful color combinations, and in the case of the Fall 2012 collection: loose, textured pieces. So what better way to let the clothing shine through than by keeping the upcoming season's beauty look appropriately minimalistic? It's the epitome of cool-girl style, and most of all, surprisingly easy to re-create. Have the hair: Redken Read more

Leave it to Kate and Laura Mulleavy to not only draw a star-studded front row — hello, George Lucas, Natalie Portman, and Dakota Fanning — but to deliver a stellar, 1940s-inspired Fall '12 collection too. One part cave-drawing-infused, one part retro femme, and one part Australian outback-reminiscent, Rodarte showcased a beautiful mix of totally girlie pieces with both red-carpet appeal and Read more

Delivering pretty bird prints and slick metallics with polish and restraint, Tibi's Amy Smilovic offered an understated, menswear-inspired take on Fall '12. Complete with cropped trousers and boxy boyfriend coats, Smilovic zeroed in on a borrowed-from-the-boys style with womanly wearability. Proportions were done just right, as were the designer's bird prints that felt more sophisticated than Read more

For her Fall 2012 collection, designer Giovanna Randall was inspired by the love story of a preppy boy and free-spirited Argentinean girl. But when it comes to beauty, the inspiration was decidedly Gallic. Borrowing from French singer and style icon Françoise Hardy, the just-slept-on hair and chalky eye makeup were uncomplicated and cool. See how the look came together, and you'll agree: this Read more

Pretty hair and the holidays are a perfect combination. A cool braid can make any outfit look festive, and it dresses up your ensemble in an instant, too. These 10 options range from the office appropriate and subtle to the jaw-droopingly gorgeous, so no matter what kind of style gets you in the spirit, this slideshow 'tis the place to find them (fa la la la la, la la la la). Source: Getty, Read more