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Trend Alert: Faking a Shorter Style

BellaSugar — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 04:00:36 -0700

Faking a shorter haircut by means of skillfully placed hair pins is nothing new. In fact, we saw Rosario Dawson do her own faux-crop late last year, followed by Nicole Kidman's asymmetric version. In recent times, the look has taken on resurgence in popularity, as celebrities have been tricking us out with their own adaptations, giving the appearance of freshly cut locks. Kate Beckinsale's full-in-the-front updo gave the illusion of an angled wedge at the Whiteout premiere; both Jennifer Lopez and Elizabeth Banks opted for wavy, tousled styles; and Kristen Stewart faked us out at the VMAs with her memorable faux bowl cut. It's a great look for the changing season, and for those of us who don't want to sacrifice length. (Learn to do it here.) What do you think of these mock styles?

How to Have Hair Like a Princess Bride

BellaSugar — Wed, 28 May 2008 06:00:14 -0700

Over the Memorial Day weekend, Prince Joachim wed Miss Marie Cavallier in a white wedding in Copenhagen, Denmark. The princess bride wore her hair off of her face and neck in a delicate updo. Her curled and pinned hair extensions were secured in the back, and the look was topped off with an elaborate tiara.

While the bride looks relaxed and radiant, this hairdo is actually quite complicated to pull off all by yourself. If you are interested in creating this style on your wedding day, you may want to ask for some assistance from a trusted pal or bridesmaid.

Step 1: Begin with hair that has been washed the night before so that it has just a little bit of oil in it. Mist hair lightly with water and apply a little bit of mousse or styling gel all over. Brush to distribute it evenly, then blow dry your hair back and away from your face until it's dry. Next, brush hair back and part it gently. Then, secure hair with an elastic into a ponytail.

For the remaining step-by-step instructions on how to achieve this intricate, classical updo at home, read more.

Step 2: This is the part where you'll likely need assistance. Add a large extension piece just above your ponytail (I suggest one that is attached to a hair comb) and secure the comb with bobby pins. Have your helper section off the extensions into four pieces of equal thickness. You'll also need to separate your ponytail into one or two sections, depending on how long and thick your hair is.
Step 3: You'll want to create two loops out of each section of hair. Grab one of the sections and create a loop only going about midway down the hair shaft. Pin hair and make a loop with the remaining half, and pin that one too. Repeat with each section until complete.
Step 4: Make sure that no pins are visible. If they are, adjust them accordingly. Spray a generous amount of firm-hold hairspray all over your hair. Lastly, gently place your tiara on your head and secure with bobby pins if necessary.

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How-To: Holiday Hair From Nexxus

BellaSugar — Wed, 26 Dec 2007 09:00:00 -0800

By now you've got your perfect party dress picked out and Bella's given you the scoop on how to achieve that hot holiday makeup look. The only thing left to worry about is your hair. Well, fret not ladies, our sponsor, Nexxus, has just the solution for you. At hairstyles.nexxus.com, salon experts teach you how to take your holiday hair to the Nexxus level with three salon-gorgeous styles: full-up glamour, sleek sensation, and romantic waves. The best part is the instructional videos that walk you through the process step by step, product by product.

To see how to achieve a modern Nexxus updo read more

STEP 1: After shampooing and conditioning with Nexxus Color Assure Shampoo and Nexxus Color Ensure Conditioner, apply Nexxus Mousse Plus at the crown for volume and control. Then, work in Nexxus Versastyler from the midlength to the ends for increased stylability.
Step 2: For added lift, rake your fingers through your hair as you blow dry, followed by a round brush.
Step 3: Set hair in large rollers to create more volume. Once hair is completely dry, remove rollers then divide hair into sections and create defined curls using a curling iron. Pull hair back to one side in a pony tail then loop and pin to create a cluster of beautiful curls.
Step 4: To create the marcel wave, pull a lock of hair behind the ear and clip into place in a stylized way. Let dry.
Step 5: For maximum hold, spray with Nexxus Maxximum Aerosol before removing clips.

For the step-by-step video instruction on this updo and two other looks, visit hairstyles.nexxus.com.

Thanks to Nexxus for sponsoring this post.

Trend Alert: Sleek, Chic Hair at The Golden Globes

BellaSugarUK — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 09:00:00 -0800

The Golden Globes red carpet was filled with so many different beauty looks ranging from tomato stained lips, to loose waves, undone makeup and pink lips, however, the most prominent trend was slick, wet looking updo's. Kate Beckinsale even liked her hair so much from the Critics' Choice Awards that she even gave us a repeat performance. Others like Heidi Klum, Jennifer Lopez, Salma Hayek, Megan Fox, and Anna Paquin consistently change their hair, so this style was interesting and fresh.

I would imagine this hairdo is perfect for a nerve-wracking night when the last thing you want to worry about is the way your hair will hold up in the humidity of sunny southern California. I think that all of these ladies are lovely, however, Jennifer's hairstyle is wrapped so tightly, it borders on looking painful. Whose hair do you think was the most glamorous at this years Golden Globes?

Don't forget to vote on best dressed Brit in addition to all of the fabulous fashion and beauty love it or hate it polls - what a fun way to spend your Monday!

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Trend Alert: Umbrellas and Updo's at The BAFTAs

BellaSugarUK — Mon, 09 Feb 2009 04:30:00 -0800

All of the nominees who chose to walk tonight's BAFTA Awards red carpet wearing their hair up came out on top. About halfway through the glamorous coverage, the skies opened up and the rains came pouring down. Luckily, umbrellas and willing assisants were there to shield the dresses, tuxedo's and all of the hard work of makeup artists and hair dressers. I loved the extravagance of Penelope Cruz, the relaxed undone plaits on Emma Watson and the traditional elegance of Amy Adams the most. Out of these eight looks, which updo is your favourite?

For more beauty and fashion BAFTA's fun, be sure and check out all of our red carpet polls.

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Trend Alert: Up Up And-A-Wave At The 2009 SAG Awards

BellaSugarUK — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 04:30:00 -0800

Last night at the 2009 Screen Actors Guild Awards in Los Angeles, the red carpet was filled with celebrities from television and film. In true Hollywood tradition, all of the women arrived dressed to the nines in ball-gowns and baubles from big name designers and everyone's hair and makeup was flawless.

Some of my favourite beauties were January Jones who looked slightly 70's with her loose waves and gold eye shadow, and Freida Pinto whose soft, smoky makeup enhanced her creamy caramel skin. I also noticed that most hairstyles had body as opposed to looking stick straight. In particular, the elegant and timeless wavy updo reigned supreme. Out of these eight elaborate looks, whose do you like the most?

Also, be sure check to out all of the coverage from the 2009 Screen Actors Guild Awards here!

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Love It or Hate it? Angelina Jolie's Bouffant Button Updo

BellaSugarUK — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 04:30:00 -0800

Last night at the Benjamin Button premiere in Berlin, Angelina Jolie walked the red carpet looking mature and demure with Brad on her arm. Covered from head to toe in cream, her hair was upswept and asymmetrical. One side was pulled back and pinned into a twist whilst the other side was bouffant and fitted in a loose wave. She pulled it off, but this matronly look definitely isn't my favourite style on her. What I did love, however, is that she's only wearing a single, lattice fishtail earring. It's both a fashion risk and an elegant statement piece What are your thoughts on Angelina's updo?

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Trend Alert: Free-Falling Bangs at The Longchamp Bash

BellaSugar — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 10:00:11 -0700

Last night, pretend New York socialite Leighton Meetster and fellow Gossip Girl star, Jessica Szohr joined real life New York socialite Olivia Polermo at the 60th anniversary soirée for Longchamp. I can imagine just how sweltering the big apple can be in the Summertime, but these lovely ladies have managed to mask any evidence of debilitating heat and humidity.

They arrived to the Upper East Side wearing minimal makeup and casual updos with their long, layered bangs lying just below their jawline to frame their face. I always feel that when I allow loose pieces of hair to fall by the wayside that I look unkempt, however, I think we can all agree that these girls look nothing short of chic.

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Which Is Your Favorite Viennese Updo?

BellaSugar — Fri, 01 Feb 2008 15:00:22 -0800

There are occasions like the Academy Awards where stars go all out and dress to the nines and last night's Opera Ball in Vienna, Austria was one of them. Every woman in the house was wearing a gala style gown, decadent jewels and had over-done hair. Here's a sampling of some of the looks on Dita Von Teese and Bettina Kofler (girlfriend of Austrian construction magnate Richard Lugner) whose hair kind of reminds me of this 1960's photo. Whose intricate updo do you like the best?

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2009 American Music Awards: Nicole Kidman

BellaSugar — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 16:46:52 -0800

It's a rockin' night, and Nicole Kidman is dressed for it. She arrived on the arm of her crooner husband, Keith Urban, wearing her hair very differently than what we're used to seeing. Instead of an elegant updo or worn long and center-parted, tonight she let her hair cover half her face, a la Veronica Lake. Do you think the style worked as well on Nicole as it did on Veronica, or do you wish she hadn't gone for a remake?

Vote on all of my American Music Awards polls here!