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Get Your Sparkle On With a Zooey-Inspired Headband

BellaSugar — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 06:00:16 -0700

I've long admired Zooey Dechanel's retro style, and at the Hollywood Awards Gala, she walked the red carpet while wearing this swirly, sparkling headband. The side angle of the hair accessory adds a playfully modern feel, and the bangs bring a fashionable element to her signature look. For a similar take on Zooey's throwback style, check out the widget below for some sparkly black headbands.

How-To: Emma Watson's Rainy Day Updo

BellaSugar — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 07:00:00 -0700

Rainy weather didn't stop Emma Watson from looking fresh-faced and chic at the London premiere of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. In fact, the loose updo style, complemented with braids and a red hair accent, is perfect for beating warm-weather humidity.

Now, I realize many of you might be sick of hearing about braids and headbands, two trends that have been popular for some time thanks to the ladies of The Hills and Gossip Girl, but you've got to appreciate how Emma turned the look into something fresh. She is, after all, becoming quite the sophisticate. Check out some pictures of the fun style below for inspiration, and get the how-to after the jump.

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These Headbands Will Have You Feeling Zippy

BellaSugar — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 07:00:22 -0700

The zippered clothing and accessories trend has been going strong for quite some time. Take, for instance, contemporary artist Cat Chow’s designs, whose fabrics are often intermingled with everyday items like corks, dollar bills, and even zippers. It probably comes as no surprise that now this style is popping up in the hair accessories category.

Earlier this year, I mentioned the $20 Urban Outfitters Zipper Flower Headband (middle photo) in my April must haves, and now, it looks like two other ones have joined the mix, at both higher and lower price points. Hooray. For a low-cost option, try the $6 Forever 21 Zipper Trim Flower Headband (on the left), and for a little bit of a splurge, check out the $39 Bebe Zipper Flower Headband (photo on right).

Who Wears the Metallic Headband Best?

BellaSugar — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 14:00:34 -0700

While we're still seeing everything from satiny flowers to wispy feathers (hello, Gossip Girl), metallic headbands are also ruling the fashion scene. Although we haven't seen Mischa Barton wearing her signature style as of late, she does carry a line of headbands in collaboration with accessories designer Stacey Lapidus. As for the hair accessories business, Mischa's not alone. Nicole Richie's House of Harlow 1960 collection includes metallic headpieces, which she told Pop were her favorite of the line. Then there's Paris Hilton. She has her perfume line to keep her busy, but that doesn't stop her sporting this Grecian-like adornment in sparkly silver tones. When it comes to this metallic headband trend, which gal does it best - or are you ready to just put this shimmery look behind us already?

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Love It or Hate It? Victoria Beckham's Vibrant, Multilayered Headband

BellaSugar — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 12:00:26 -0800

Leave it to Victoria Beckham to treat us with looks that delight and mystify at the same time. Whether it's a sleek vinyl hair accessory or a slew of long to short styles, the former pop singer keeps us on our toes.

Today, Beckham was out in Milan sporting an unusual multihued headband with layers of magenta-toned bows atop of layers of red bows. Two bejeweled brooches added to the whimsy.

To keep the look more toned down, she paired the bold with the simple, sporting a chic black dress with black accessories. What are you thinking of her crimson headband? Does it dazzle or does it frazzle?

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Celebrate Inauguration '09 With Patriotic Beauty Products

BellaSugar — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 09:00:38 -0800

Tomorrow morning, the world will watch the inauguration ceremony for Barack Obama, our 44th president. I'm all about showing my American pride, but when it comes to patriotism and beauty, I like to take a more subtle approach. So, perhaps I'll put an extra zip in my step with a sweep of shimmery blue liner on my eyelids or a cute star-patterned clip in my hair. Check out my widget below for some red, white, and blue-themed makeup, along with some stars and stripes hair accessories, too. Whether it's clothing, hair, or makeup products, will you be sporting any symbols of American pride tomorrow?

Spruce Up Your NYE Style With a Hair Accessory

BellaSugar — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 07:00:49 -0800

Tonight, I'll be laying low with a small group of friends and some bubbly. I'm not making any stops to the mall for a new outfit, but instead, I'm thinking some type of hair accessory will do the trick. After doing a little search on ShopStyle, I found a few sparkly headbands, bauble-y barrettes, and satiny hair pins that are sure to make the look all the more festive. So, take a peek at my widget below for some inspiration. Are you planning on wearing something a little extra in your locks to ring in 2009?

Are You Interested in Mischa's Headband Line?

BellaSugar — Mon, 22 Dec 2008 12:00:52 -0800

The headband trend has been big in 2008, and Mischa Barton is taking it into next year with a headband collection that she created with accessories designer Stacey Lapidus. They feature luxe touches such as pearl and crystal accents on silk, but you'll need Marissa Cooper levels of wealth to afford them - they run from $90 to $200. Are you interested in Mischa's creations, or are you not buying it?

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Try These Thick Headbands For a Quick Fivehead Fix

BellaSugar — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 07:00:06 -0800

We've all got our insecurities and, while I consider myself to be confident, there are times when I look in the mirror and feel faced with simply too much face. The battle with my forehead leads to some bang-up experimentation for that extra surface area.

While I agree that bangs can change your look for less commitment than a full cut, picking up a headband comes with even less liability. An alternative to the thinner, hippie-style trend, you can hide your bangs or face space with wide bands like this pretty beaded accessory on Salma Hayek or other headbands, scarves, and headpieces in the widget below.

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Trend Alert: The Headband

BellaSugar — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 10:00:00 -0700

The headband trend has been going strong for months now, and in the past few days alone, it's been headbands, headbands everywhere. Long hair or short, metallic or baubled - I have a feeling this stylish accessory will be sticking around for awhile. Oh headband, you've really got a hold on us.

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Stripe Headband - $4.50	Maybelline Nail Polish - $3.79
Lippmann Collection Nail Color, Rhapsody in White - $16.00	NARS Nail Polish - $16.00
Midnight Stars Hair Clip - $2.80	Crystal Star Headband - $49.00
Karen Zambos Vintage Couture Vote Scarf - $108.00	Converse One Star Kennington Fedora - Navy - $4.24
Clinique colour surge eye shadow super shimmer - $14.00	NP Set Lip Gloss - St. John Red - $15.00
NP Set Runaway Star Lip Gloss Set - $14.00

Duchess Headband - $28.00	Becca Headband - $10.50
Jennifer Ouellette Vintage Veil Headband - $75.00	Fab Satin Bow Bobby Pins - $1.50
Sarah Skinny Headband - $38.00	Felt Flower With Rose Barrett - $25.00
Rhinestone Headband - $24.00	Dotted & Striped Headband - $3.80
Rose Headband - $59.00	Jennifer Ouellette Side Divit Headband - $75.00
Karina Pearl Barrettes Autoclip - $6.00	Slice-Of-Crimson Headband - $34.00
Clara Bow Headband - $38.00	Well-Pruned Headband - $28.00
Oyster's Bounty Headband - $34.00	Sequined Headband - $2.80

Voile Strand Ribbon Headband - $24.00	Delicate Crochet Bead Headband - $4.95
Mica Metallic Headband - $9.95	Winter Jewels Headband - $38.00
Beaded Hair Wrap - $24.00	Notorious Stretch Headband - $12.00
Plaid Stretch Headband - $4.95	Richelle - $12.00
Flannel Strand Ribbon Headband - $4.95	Ivy Queen Headband - $9.95
Shimmer Stream Headband - $38.00