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Bella Quiz: What Does Your Hair Say About You?

BellaSugar — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 09:00:26 -0700

From a biological perspective, hair is like a little diary giving clues about your personality, from where you live to what you smoke to what you tend to eat. But from a social perspective, hair can give clues about you in a whole other way. It might be stereotyping, but it is human nature for people to form impressions about other people within mere seconds. "Hair and identity are inseparable - whether you're consciously making a statement or not, your hairstyle does express something about you," anthropology professor David Coplan of Wits University in South Africa told True Love magazine. When it comes to hair, can you guess what general impressions people make based on the length and appearance of other women's hair? You be the judge.

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Love It or Hate It: The Return of Halle's Pixie

BellaSugar — Tue, 26 May 2009 13:58:37 -0700

Over the weekend, Halle Berry debuted this darker-toned cropped pixie, very similar to the one she wore several years back. The Oscar-winning actress's locks seem to be getting shorter and shorter with each passing month. In recent times, we've seen Halle take some length off with a shoulder-skimming style, and just a few weeks ago, she opted for an even shorter above-the-chin bob.

Come to think of it, she's the master of change, wearing anything from blond fingerwaves to a flippy layered cut. I think this woman would look gorgeous with a paper bag on her head. Are you happy to see Halle going back to her roots, or do you prefer her with a longer and/or blonder look?

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Seven Ways to Wear a Wavy Pixie Cut

BellaSugar — Tue, 05 May 2009 08:00:50 -0700

I can't get enough of Audrey Tautou's wavy pixie. It has the perfect vintage vibe with a fresh, modern appeal. To duplicate this forever-in-style look, apply a texturizing gel or a curl activating spray to damp hair and let air dry. If your hair is short, touch up pieces with a curling iron for a polished yet effortlessly tousled look. If your hair is longer, create a "fake-out" style by pulling your hair back into a tucked-under ponytail, then curl face-framing sections to shorten. Check out my slideshow for some inspiration on re-creating this gamine style for different hair types. Source

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Can You Guess Who Shaved Her Hair For a Movie Role?

BellaSugar — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 08:00:22 -0700

How far would you go to get a job? While actresses are used to altering their voices and demeanor to fit their characters, some change their physical appearance for a role. That's dedication. Who can forget Renee Zellweger in Bridget Jones's Diary or Gwyneth Paltrow lopping off several inches of her long hair for her part in Sliding Doors? Some actresses have even taken it to another level, shaving their hair off to portray a character. Can you guess which actresses have gone for the ultimate buzz? Take this quiz now to find out.

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Which star shaved her head for a role in a late 1990s biopic?

Love It or Hate It? Elisha Cuthbert's Side-Swept Crop

BellaSugar — Thu, 03 Jan 2008 06:00:32 -0800

I told you that the short crop hairdo was going to be all the rage this season! Elisha Cuthbert has cut her hair into an edgy new style, and it's pretty versatile. In particular, I really like the way Elisha wore her crop in a sleek, side-swept part in Miami at The Raleigh Hotel New Year's Eve party. This is a dressy and polished look as opposed to the piecey, pixie-ish way we usually see it. What do you think of this side-swept crop?

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Trend Alert: The Short Crop

BellaSugar — Sat, 29 Dec 2007 08:32:52 -0800

Trim back your worries in 2008 with an all new “It” hairstyle. Next season’s must-have haircut is the short crop (aka pixie cut) and was inspired by Twiggy and Edie Sedgwick.

Up-and-coming models like Agyness Deyn (pictured) and Anja Rubik ruled the Spring 2008 runways with this chic hairdo at shows such as Dolce & Gabbana, Matthew Williamson, Proenza Schouler.

The best part is that you can simplify your style for the new year! Just blow-dry hair, then add in a little bit of hair wax and hairspray as a finishing touch.

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Love It or Hate It? Anne Hathaway's Shorter Cut

BellaSugar — Mon, 26 Nov 2007 12:00:13 -0800

Fab and I are just plotzing over Anne Hathaway's new haircut. Clad in a cute red dress, she's sporting a cropped style that looks chic and sophisticated. Her long layers were beautiful in their own right, but short hair always seems to put a stronger focus on the face. I'm looking forward to seeing how she works with this new cut; I bet she'll be able to prove that you don't need long hair to have a versatile hairstyle. What do you think?

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Say It Ain't So, Renée!

BellaSugar — Thu, 25 Oct 2007 14:00:51 -0700

Long hair is eternally popular, but short hair deserves to get attention, too. It's a lot more versatile than most people think, and it can be really sexy because it's such a confident look.

But sometimes, it just isn't done right. I hate to say it, but Renée Zellweger needs to find a new stylist. Pronto. Take a look at her here in New York, where she taped a talk-show with Kelly Ripa and the Reege. This cut does nothing to flatter poor Renee, whose pretty face is overshadowed by a sloppy cut. Fortunately, hair grows, and in a couple of months, Renée could have a stunning, chic cropped bob.

As I said, I love short hair and think it's a fashion-forward and sexy look. But there are a few things to think about if you go short. First, know which cuts flatter your face shape. What looks good on one person might not work for another. I've written a guide to help you see which cuts work for various bone structures, so start there. Then, when you're choosing a stylist, be sure to find someone who has experience with precision cuts. Be clear about what "short" means to you - for some, it's a pixie cut, and for others, it's a chin-length bob. Finally, don't freak out if the cut isn't exactly what you were hoping for. Hair does grow, after all-and I can't wait to see what Renée (and her new stylist, I hope) comes up with next.

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Bella Donna: Jean Seberg

BellaSugar — Thu, 21 Jun 2007 06:00:00 -0700

Welcome back to our newest BellaSugar feature, Bella Donna, where I'll pay tribute to beauty icons through the ages. A Bella Donna could be an actress, a model, or another prominent historical or modern figure. The only requirement is that she have a distinct and influential look. That can certainly be said of this week's Bella Donna, actress Jean Seberg.

During her early career, Seberg's films were largely flops-but then came her leading role in the French New Wave classic Breathless, which transformed her into an international star. Known for her beauty as much as her acting abilities, she stood out from a sea of other starlets by sporting a blonde pixie cut. To see a gallery of photos, read more

As lovely as she looked, Seberg's personal life was turbulent, to put it mildly: Due to her public support of the civil rights and anti-war movements, the FBI created a false story that the child she was carrying was not carrying her husband's, but that of a Black Panther Party member. Seberg blamed the stress of this lie for pushing her into early labor and delivering a stillborn child; she fell into a deep depression that ultimately led to her 1979 suicide.

It's a tragic tale, but the enduring joy of watching Seberg on screen is enough to make fans remember her happier days. Sure, there were blondes before Seberg, but none looked as fresh and contemporary as she did. And the next time you admire modern-day blondes like Sienna Miller and model Agyness Deyn, you'll know where their inspiration came from.

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Kristen Stewart Goes Long For Her Big New Moon Night

PopSugar — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 19:51:16 -0800

Kristen Stewart looked like the belle of the ball tonight as she made her way down the red carpet at the LA premiere of New Moon. Her hair looked great - check out how to recreate her look here! She sparkled in a long Oscar de la Renta gown - love it or hate it? - while many of her fellow Twilight actresses opted to go short. Security got a little tighter once Kristen and Robert made their way down towards the fans, but Kristen looked happy despite all the attention surrounding her. Robert even lit up once Kristen's arrival was announced, and it's a little hard not to think that they were the king and queen of the evening.

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