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Going Gamine: 28 Past and Present Looks to Inspire

BellaSugar — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 09:00:06 -0800

Recently, after seeing a picture of doe-eyed, pixie-sporting Ginnifer Goodwin, I've had gamines on the brain. Characteristics often associated with gamine women include pixie hairstyles, short, straight-across bangs, bobbed hairstyles, wide eyes, petite features, boyish qualities, and a bit of what you might call a certain je ne sais quoi. Check out some famous gamine stars - from both past and present - right now.

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Is the Blake the New Rachel?

BellaSugar — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 07:00:17 -0800

In the '90s, one hairstyle reigned supreme: the Rachel. When Jennifer Aniston debuted this layered bob for Friends, it seemed like half the women in America followed suit. It truly is the era's iconic haircut. Now, The New York Times makes the case for Blake Lively's hair being the It style for this decade. "Her hair right now is a big trend," said New York stylist Nuri Yurt, adding that it works only for tall, thin women.

Blake Lively does have beautiful hair, but is it groundbreaking and iconic the way the Rachel was? I'm not convinced. What about you - do you think this is the new iconic cut, or is it just a bunch of buzz?

Love it or Hate it? Christina Aguilera's New Shorter Haircut

BellaSugar — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 10:30:39 -0800

Christina Aguilera's signature look still involves red lipstick and bright blond hair - but now there's just a little less of the latter. She's traded in her long locks for an edgier bob, giving her a Debbie Harry-circa-1978 style that's a pretty big shift. Do you like this new hairstyle, or does it leave you wanting more?

Love It or Hate It? Dannii Minogue's Asymmetrical Hair

BellaSugarUK — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 03:00:00 -0800

On Sunday night's X Factor, Dannii Minogue sent the lovely Lucie on her way. Although the evening was sad (and in my opinion unfair), Dannii said her goodbye in style, sporting an asymmetrical bob. The right side of her hair was longer than the left, and the left side of her fringe was longer than her right! Dannii's always doing something funky with her look either styling it in a quiff or crimping the top. Vote on what you think of this particular hairstyle below.

Love It or Hate It: Ashley Greene Goes Back to Her Long Roots

BellaSugar — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 14:57:46 -0700

I have to confess that I've always had a bit of a girl crush on Alice Cullen's bobbed and flippy hairstyle in Twilight. Ashley Greene, however, the actress who plays the stylish, friendly vampire in the series, has been sporting a longer, less feathered layered bob in real life, and she sure has the chic look down pat. However, now that Eclipse is pretty much wrapping up, the actress is back to her long roots, as she debuted new extensions at the U2 concert in Pasadena yesterday, courtesy of Parlour on 3rd's Essly Powell, who worked with Ashley for nine hours to achieve this new look. Obviously we've seen Ashley in extensions before at the 2009 VMAs, but now it looks like they're here to stay. What do you think of this look? Were you loving her layered bob, or is the longer length a welcome change?

X Factor Contestants Visit Children and Cause Chaos

PopSugarUK — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 08:00:00 -0700

The X Factor contestants were spotted outside their shared house again yesterday, as they headed to Great Ormond Street Hospital to visit ill children. Danyl Johnson and Stacey Solomon looked happy together despite bullying rumours, while Rachel Adedeji wore stripes, Joe McElderry smiled wide and Olly Murs went barefoot. Rachel still has her bob, and BellaUK wants to know which hairstyle do you prefer? Edward and John Grimes were mobbed by fans (what do you think of the twins?), and the reported lewd gestures that ensued has led to rumours the contestants might have to move out of the house after multiple complaints.

To see more pic of the contestants, including John, Edward, Lucie and Lloyd, read more.

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Images include: Danyl Johnson, Stacey Soloman, Lucie Jones, Rachel Adedeji, Olly Murs, Lloyd Daniels, Joseph McElderry, John Grimes, Edward Grimes

Visit our friends at InStyle UK to see the contestants in Halloween fancy dress!

How-To: Kristen Stewart's Faux Bowl Cut at the 2009 VMAs

BellaSugar — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 15:38:12 -0700

It's pretty safe to say that last night's 2009 MTV VMAs were one of the most entertaining in recent history. You had your Kanye outburst, Pink's Cirque du Soleil-style act, Lady Gaga's bloody performance, and cast members from Twilight taking the stage to premiere the New Moon trailer. (And in case you didn't hear the buzz, it was also a night for Kristen Stewart to cozy up with costar Robert Pattinson backstage.) At first, it looked like Kristen had chopped her Joan Jett-esque locks, but alas, it was just the mastery of Pantetne celebrity stylist Hallie Bowman, who created this edgy, faux-bowl-cut style with a modern feel. Now, I know many of you might not be fans of the throwback look, but if you're bored with your style and don't want to cut several inches to achieve a new look, this technique might just work for you.
To find out what magic Bowman performed on Kristen, read more.

To Bob or Not To Bob?

BellaSugar — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 08:00:51 -0800

To bob or not to bob: That is the question. After all, as versatile as long hair can be - elaborate updos to easy ponytails - there are times when we may long for shorter tresses . . . like while hitting the snooze button early in the morning. In order to satisfy this internal struggle, I've searched for some of my favorite celebrities with both bobbed and not-bobbed styles to compare. Take a look at the matchups I've found and decide which you find more suitable.

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Link Time!

BellaSugar — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 10:00:16 -0700

Glamour decides to go plus-sized for a month - TresSugar
. . . and some thoughts on Glamour's "plus-sized" move - Glossed Over
How does the smaller Clarisonic stack up? - Beauty Snob
A paraben-free alternative to cult classic Stila Kitten - Beauty Blitz
Dreamboat Robert Pattinson almost had a different Eddy Cullen hairstyle - Allure
The best celebrity bobs - In Style
Passionate arguments against using bar soap! - Lemondrop
Oh no! Kate Gosselin's celebrity hair twins - Stylelist

Product Review: HerCut, Made Just For Your Haircut

BellaSugar — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 10:01:31 -0700

In an attempt to offer a new twist in the haircare market, HerCut, a line of products tailored to the form and shape of your actual haircut, launches online today. Earlier, most of you said you'd at least give it a try, but as expected, there were some rumblings about whether or not these products could actually work, as they eschew something rather important when it comes to your hairstyle - its texture.

HerCut offers five styling "Catalysts" ($22 each) that pump out a cream on one side and a gel on the other, to complement the foundation of the haircut (think multichambered toothpaste dispensers). Those haircut foundations are the Bob, the Blunt, the Shag, Long Layers, and the Pixie. The product lineup also includes three different types of paraben- and sulfate-free shampoos ($19 each) and conditioners ($19).

To see more images and find out what I thought about the products, just keep reading.