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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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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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2009 Independent Spirit Awards: Michelle Williams

BellaSugar — Sat, 21 Feb 2009 14:16:52 -0800

Quick, someone get me the name of Michelle Williams' colorist, stat! There's something so alluring about her blonde hair, and this style is soft on her face. Well-groomed eyebrows, a slightly glossy lip, and l-o-n-g eyelashes complete the look. It's a far cry from her down-and-out character in Wendy and Lucy. Do you love this laid-back glamour or is it not your favorite look for Michelle?

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Love It or Hate It? Michelle Williams is Back to Blonde

BellaSugar — Sat, 06 Oct 2007 06:38:02 -0700

After flirting with brown hair, Michelle Williams has returned to a blonde look. Here at the premiere of her new movie, her skin looks luminous, and I think the blonde works better with her complexion. What do you think of her new look?

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Love It or Hate it? Michelle Williams As a Brunette

BellaSugar — Tue, 04 Sep 2007 11:59:53 -0700

We all read the sad news about Michelle and Heath's split this weekend, and now Michelle has swapped her blonde hair for brunette. I'm not sure if it's for a role, or whether she's just doing the tried-and-true, post-breakup ritual of getting a new hairdo, but it's a big change. What do you think of this color on her?

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Whose Drastic Celebrity Haircut Do You Like Best?

BellaSugar — Mon, 18 Jun 2007 04:21:30 -0700

Last week, Katie Holmes became the latest in a long line of celebrities who've shocked us by cutting off their long logs. Which other celebrity do you think made the best long-to-short transition recently?

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Bella Quiz: Was She or Wasn't She a Former Beauty Queen?

BellaSugar — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 14:00:00 -0700

Another week, another BellaSugar beauty quiz. Do you know how these celebrities got their start in the business? See if you can guess which of these famous actresses began their careers as former beauty pageant winners - it's not always who you'd expect!

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Best of Bella

BellaSugar — Sun, 26 Jul 2009 10:00:15 -0700

See what Twihards have to say about their tattoos.
Vanessa Williams gives me the scoop on Botox and more in part one and part two of my interview series.
When it comes to hair accessories, can you spot the splurge from the steal?
Yikes! Who knew body acid could do this to a keyboard?
Take my fragrance quiz to see what you know about fictional scents.
Treat yourself to a DIY hand massage.
Don't suffer through the heat. Here are four ways to beat sweat, all while looking hot.
Which shade of lipstick do you prefer on Whitney Port?
These old-school looks are so fresh, they could be worn today.
Looking for a fun polish? Michelle Trachtenberg nails it with this hot pink shade.

Lovely Links

BellaSugar — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 13:00:24 -0800

Twelve models, 12 covers for i-D - Fashionologie
How to do Whitney Port's hairstyle - Makeup and Beauty Blog
Olay environmentally friendly packaging: FAIL - Babyassface
Kate Winslet's beauty tips - Stylelist
McDonald's is sponsoring Fashion Week - The Cut
Eva Longoria dyes her hair at home?! - Glossed Over
Natalie Portman and Michelle Williams star in an arty fragrance "commercial" - Now Smell This
Inside the world of DIY bikini waxing - Beauty Snob

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Bella Interview: Johnny Wright, Hairstylist

BellaSugar — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 07:00:11 -0700

Get ready to know the name Johnny Wright. A stylist at Frederic Fekkai, he's worked with famous beauties such as Anita Baker, Vivica A. Fox, Vanessa Williams, Selita Ebanks - and one very high-profile client, Michelle Obama. I'll share some of his easy hair tips later this week, but for now, read on to find out what's behind Michelle's style.

How did you start working with Michelle Obama?
It kind of happened on a whim, and I’ve been doing her hair now for a year. My agent out in New York booked me for her Ebony magazine shoot, and she liked it so much that she had her people book me. I actually just got a call today from her saying I’m booked with her for August a whole week - I’m going to do her hair in Denver.

Denver! Denver is important.
You know, I was very nervous with that particular booking. I was highly screened before I was even allowed to walk into her room - and I totally understand that. Whatever it took for me to be booked with her, she is a very normal person. She has two young children, and I think that her staying normal keeps them normal too. It’s just great working with her. She’s never picky; she never asks me for things I probably can’t do. She’s very understanding.

For the rest of the interview, plus a few tips on recreating Michelle's hairstyle at home, read more.

I met Senator Obama a few years ago and he was down-to-earth as well.
You know, I’ve been doing hair since I was 12 years old and I never thought that I would be in that type of world. Before this, I didn’t do anything about politics. I look at it as a blessing, because I pay attention much more now. I feel like I’m much more educated on how things go just from being with her and following the campaign.

Do you have any tips for recreating her signature hairstyle at home?
It’s pretty simple. The foundation of any hairstyle is the cut. That’s one thing we focus on doing very well here at Fekkai. With that, I am able to switch the hair into like maybe two, three different looks. We try not to give her too many different variations. People want to see her with the same style, especially when it comes to politics; there’s a lot of scrutiny when you’re in that arena.

I say go back to basics and just keep it simple. Sometimes I flat-iron her hair under, or I use a ceramic curling iron to flip it out at the ends a little bit. With a flat iron she’s going to be able to lock the moisture in the hair. Because she has to get her hair done so often, the flat iron is probably the best tool for her. For an updo, I might do some cascading curls according to how formal the event she’s attending is, but mostly I give her a clean sweep up.

Also, to keep her hair moisturized, I use the Shea Butter conditioner from Fekkai and Glossing Cream. It really keeps the hair moisturized. And Fekkai Coiff Anti-Frizz creme is excellent for that. It's probably one of my favorite products.