Re-Create the Best Looks From Last Year's Oscars


Updated 03/04/10 4:13 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 0 comments

Oscars Makeup 2009

Before we look forward to the 82nd Academy Awards on Sunday, let's take a look back at a few of our favorite looks from last year's red carpet. From the purple makeup Natalie Portman wore to Kate Winslet's modern-day Grace Kelly hairstyle, here are six beautiful looks — with tips on how to re-create them straight from the actresses' hair and makeup teams. Freida Pinto's makeup Taraji P. Read more

Hair Color How-Tos: Keeping Reds Vibrant


Updated 05/17/11 6:07 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 17 comments

How To Keep Red Hair Color From Fading

Ah, red. It's such a feisty color. It can be a sassy, fiery shade of cherry, or a subtle, natural strawberry blonde. Whatever the case, one thing's for sure. While the smaller color molecules of red dye enter the hair rather easily, they also exit the hair quite rapidly. The most surefire way to keep red staying vibrant is to wash your hair less often. But, there are more things you can do to Read more

How-To: Reese Witherspoon's Hair at the 2009 Oscars


Updated 02/24/09 8:49 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 9 comments

Reese Witherspoon Oscars Hair

Just one night, yet two hairstyles for Reese Witherspoon! I enjoyed seeing past winners say a few words directly to the nominees this year even though, as Buzz said, it took a little longer than usual. Since she's already picked up an Oscar for her role in Walk the Line, Reese took the stage to help present the Best Director award.Hairstylist Mark Townsend happened to be present for her fitting Read more

How-To: Freida Pinto's Makeup at the 2009 Oscars


Updated 02/26/09 12:28 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 26 comments

Freida Pinto Oscars 2009: Makeup Tutorial, Get the Look

I have a feeling the beautiful Freida Pinto could walk onto the red carpet wearing clown makeup and still take my breath away, but her Oscars makeup was incredibly flattering. Makeup artist Jeffrey Paul was inspired by the colors of a morning sunrise. "The look was about elegance," he explains. "It's about the youthful radiance of a young woman." View 5 Photos › Photo 1 Photo 2 Photo Read more

How-To: Taraji P. Henson's Hair at the 2009 Oscars


Updated 03/02/09 8:16 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 21 comments

How-To: Taraji P. Henson's Hair at the 2009 Oscars

Taraji's style at the Oscars reminds me that the cut itself is the basis for any great look. Her asymmetrical, layered bob provides the foundation and her hairstylist, Dante Blandshaw, walks us through the steps for yesterday's 'do. Personally, I prefer this straighter version (to her bumped under Independent Spirit Awards choice) so check out the products and steps below. To soften textured Read more

How-To: Amy Adams's Hair at the 2009 Oscars


Updated 02/23/09 6:32 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 5 comments

Amy Adams's Hair at the 2009 Oscars

Do you know "the snood"? Well, you do now. That's exactly what Amy Adams asked Matrix celebrity hairstylist, Mark Townsend, to create for her. Using elements from this classic 1930s hairstyle, Townsend also looked to the styles worn by Tilda Swinton in The Curious Case of Benjamin Button and Amy's structured, but soft, red Carolina Herrera gown for inspiration. Do you like what you see? I've got Read more

How-To: Amy Adams's Makeup at the 2009 Oscars


Updated 02/24/09 8:38 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 10 comments

Amy Adams's Makeup at the 2009 Oscars

It was a big night for Amy Adams. Although she didn't win the Best Supporting Actress Oscar for her role in Doubt, I'm sure she was thrilled to be part of the whole shebang. Molly Stern, the makeup artist behind Amy's glowing look, was inspired by Toulouse-Latrec's dancing girls and the style of Klimt painting. How very artistic. Get me to a museum — stat. Check out the how-to for this Read more

How-To: Freida Pinto's Hair at the 2009 Oscars


Updated 02/24/09 4:32 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 12 comments

Freida Pinto Oscars Hair Tutorial

Beautiful and gracious, most of us were loving Freida Pinto's look last night. She's absolutely stunning and, if you watched the Oscars' red carpet, you likely caught a glimpse of her intricate hairstyle.Celebrity stylist Jeffrey Paul, who created it, shared tips to replicate this architectural, feminine flower shape at home for your next fancy event. See step-by-step instructions on how he Read more

How-To: Victoria Beckham's Oscar-Night Hair


Updated 03/01/09 10:07 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 18 comments

How-To: Victoria Beckham's Oscar-Night Hair

Last night, Victoria Beckham was among the people who raised more than $4 million to fund AIDS research at the Elton John AIDS Foundation soiree. She looked uh-may-zing in a dress of her own creation (!) and proves that short hair can be ubersexy. Turns out that the dress provided inspiration for hair stylist Ken Paves. "For Victoria, I wanted to create a simple and elegant style to pair with Read more

How-To: Alicia Keys' Makeup at the 2009 Oscars


Updated 02/23/09 7:21 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 13 comments

How-To: Alicia Keys' Makeup at the 2009 Oscars

Drawing inspiration from Hollywood starlets of the '40s and '50s, makeup artist Ashunta Sheriff offered a dramatically glamorous red-carpet look for Alicia Keys. Keeping classic stars like Veronica Lake and Lena Horne in mind, she went for sultry eyes and strong brows on luminous skin. Get started with the following steps: Skin: Prep with Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Gold capsules to add hydration Read more