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How-To: Purposely Messy Updos

BellaSugar — Thu, 06 Sep 2007 21:42:00 -0700

Y'know, usually when I think of rock stars, I think of long hair flying around stage. But at tonight's Fashion Rocks event, most of the revelers had their hair pulled up. Jennifer Lopez, Jennifer Esposito and Mischa Barton were among the women who went with a messy, imperfect updo-which is exactly the kind of stylish but unfussy look you'd want to wear at a music-meets-fashion event.

There's something really sexy about this, too, because it isn't as buttoned-up as more formal updos can be. And best of all, it's easy to create a variation on this look in just a few minutes. For my tips, read more

After towel-drying hair, spray it with a lightweight styling spray such as Bumble and bumble Styling Lotion ($24). Work it through hair, then use a paddle brush to separate and dry hair with a blow dryer.

For Jennifer Esposito's and Mischa's look, work a small amount of mousse through the hair at the back of your head. This will create volume. Now, I haven't been able to see the back of Jennifer's head, but Mischa is rocking a fancier version of a look I like to call "I have to run to the grocery store and my hair is a mess." Basically, you're going to make a crazy ponytail. Gather most of your hair with one hand, leaving a few face-framing strands loose. Use a Goody clear, "ouchless" hair elastic to create a high ponytail in the back. From there, double up on your ponytail: Divide the ponytail into four sections, then bring one at a time back to the base of your ponytail, securing it with another elastic. I know this sounds complicated, but it really isn't. You know how sometimes you just "fold" a quick-and-messy ponytail into itself so it doesn't hang as long as it normally would? That's the general idea.

For Jennifer Lopez's look, pull your hair straight back (from the front), then gather the hair in the back of your head and pull it into a high ponytail. From there, try wrapping your ponytail around its base-think of the way a piglet's tail does a curlicue-and secure the hair with bobby pins. If your ponytail were a clock, you should be pinning your hair at each "15-minute mark," but you can do more. Don't worry if a few strands jump out! Messy is what you're going for.

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Love It or Hate It? Lydia Hearst's Fashion Rocks Look

BellaSugar — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 17:19:56 -0700

Socialite, model, and occasional actress Lydia Hearst rocked Fashion Rocks with a revealing red gown. She went just as dramatic with her hair with a high curly updo that is a tad reminiscent of the Bride of Frankenstein, in a beautiful, model-y sort of way. Even more stunning, though, is her flawless complexion. Her face just glows, the smoky eye being the focal point. Unfortunately, I can't help but notice that her foundation is a little too dark for her skin - note the line on her neck. Other than that, I like the look. Do you?

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Love It or Hate It? Hayden Panettiere's Fashion Rocks Look

BellaSugar — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 18:13:10 -0700

Well, last but certainly not least is Miss Hayden Panettiere. It looks like we were holding out for a hero. Look past my pun and concentrate on Hayden's skin. Her makeup artist certainly has the fresh, flawless complexion look down pat. Hayden complemented her shiny dress, with skin that was just slightly more matte. The cheeks were lightly rosy, but most of the attention is focused on her eyes. She's wearing black liner, false lashes, and a dark blue shadow that creates a wide-eyed look; which almost diverted my attention from her perfectly plucked brows. What do you think about Hayden's look at Fashion Rocks?

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Love It or Hate It? Tyra Banks' Fashion Rocks Look

BellaSugar — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 17:55:57 -0700

For someone who tells catwalk hopefuls to "smile with their eyes," Tyra Banks looks a little like a wax figure of herself at Fashion Rocks. As I'm sure you're all aware of the unfortunate hair situation going on here, let's look beyond that for a moment, and appreciate her glossy, cherry lips and well-applied false lashes. As a whole, she might have overdone things, but that's not really a surprise. Do you like the look she's going for?

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Love It or Hate It? Fergie's Fashion Rocks Look

BellaSugar — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 16:54:26 -0700

Fergie kept her hair and makeup toned-down to complement her boho top and skinny black pants at Fashion Rocks. Her uneven part and loose waves definitely take the edge off her head-to-toe Gucci outfit. While it's refreshing to see Fergie's makeup a little more soft than usual, I would have loved a little bit more dimension in her color scheme. What do you think?

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Love It or Hate It? Hilary Swank's Fashion Rocks Look

BellaSugar — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 16:09:13 -0700

Hilary wore a regal purple color on the red carpet tonight at Fashion Rocks. I'll let you tell Fab how much you like her asymmetrical dress, but for her makeup she chose to coordinate the colors to her outfit. It's not an exact match - which was smart, but rather a shade or two lighter on both the lips and eyes. She also chose a shiny lip, which works with the sheen of her dress. Her hair is a bit lighter than what I'm used to seeing on Hilary, but I really love the cut and style. How much are you liking Miss Swank?

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Love It or Hate It? Natasha Bedingfield's Fashion Rocks Look

BellaSugar — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 17:50:03 -0700

Dust off your Ramones albums, and start tapping your feet to the tunes of The Clash. Natasha Bedingfield's in town rocking some major punk style. How much more hardcore can you get than with some tightly shorn hair on one side swept up into a wildly teased updo on the other? As for the makeup, she's keeping it real with her hard-edged smokey eye. Sweetly pink lips and cheeks lend a contrasting detail. This look definitely doesn't have me sedated. What do you think?

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Love It or Hate It? Miley Cyrus's Fashion Rocks Look

BellaSugar — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 16:47:46 -0700

Miley and her hair extensions rocked the red carpet in a vision of silver. Just admire how her dress glimmers in this photo. You know what else is shining? Her makeup; her skin has the same dewy glow as her gown. Her cheeks are especially vibrant with a brownish-red blush that really pops. The rest of her look is pretty par for the course for Miley, but that isn't a bad thing. Why fix something that's not broke? How much are you digging her radiant look?

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Love It or Hate It? Solange Knowles's Fashion Rocks Look

BellaSugar — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 17:07:32 -0700

With a bedazzle-y mesh (or is it fur? or feathers?) shrug, Solange Knowles had to keep it a little more toned down in the makeup department. It looks like she's joined the in-crowd with her side-swept updo and cascading waved fringe. And check out those eyes - long and separated lashes give further boost to the style. A brilliantly pink gloss makes her high-fashion look complete. Tell me what you think - are you liking Solange's hair and makeup?

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Love It or Hate It? Lil' Mama's Fashion Rocks Look

BellaSugar — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 17:30:12 -0700

As usual, Lil' Mama takes her look over the top - top hat, that is. Whether you think she's channeling Fred Astaire or Slash, Lil' Mama is certainly continuing to display a penchant for headgear. Accessories aside, her lashes are spiky and she went lighter on the eyeliner than usual. And, of course, her lip gloss most definitely "be poppin.'" Has she redeemed herself to the 88% of you that hated her Teen Choice Awards look?

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