The Perfect Ponytail Made Easy


Updated 04/25/12 3:05 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Make a Ponytail

Katrina Bowden of 30 Rock fame recently got engaged (congratulations!), and for her engagement party, she wore this super pretty, super easy ponytail. Her stylists for the soiree, Matrix artistic directors Ammon Carver and Nick Stenson, were behind-the-scenes to create the flirty style, which would look just as fresh and fun at any celebratory event (read: wedding, garden party, on a boat, etc.). Read more

Learn This Cool, One-Minute Wraparound Ponytail


Updated 11/03/11 5:00 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Create a Wraparound Ponytail With Hair Extensions

From triple-banded to cleverly braided, there were all sorts of inspiring, creative ponytails seen at Spring 2012 New York Fashion Week. And here's another look to add to your must-try list: a wraparound ponytail featuring animal-print hair extensions. Even better, it takes about a minute to create. Start by gathering your hair in a ponytail and securing it with an elastic. Next, clip the Read more

6 Cool Ways to Wear Ponytail Braids


Updated 03/31/11 4:36 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

Ponytail Braids: Easy Hairstyle Ideas 2011-03-30 13:12:39

The ponytail braid has been the style of choice for many celebrities hitting the red carpet as of late. It's a chic, carefree look, but if you're searching for some more unique ways to style these types of braids, you've come to the right place. Take Jennifer Hudson, for instance, who sported this ultralong side braid at a recent event. To get the style, snap in some thick, long extensions if Read more

Do You Wear Pigtails?


Updated 03/08/11 9:41 PM · Posted by · 12 comments

Do You Wear Pigtails?

Rashida Jones can pull off anything. A perfect example? She wore what appears to be pigtails to a screening of Monogamy and looked totally cute and normal. I love pigtails, but most of the time I'd only consider wearing them to the gym or out to run errands on the weekend. Do you ever put your hair in pigtails? And if you do, what environments are you comfortable wearing them in? Read more

Golden Globes Trend Alert: Chic Ponytails


Updated 01/16/11 8:08 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Ponytail Trend at the 2011 Golden Globes

Sure, ponytails may be your go-to style when you hit the gym. They may even be your staple in the morning on days when you've imbibed a bit too much the night before. But they can also be sophisticated. The ladies on the 2011 Golden Globes red carpet know what I'm talking about (that's right, Kyra Sedgwick), and now you can, too. Check out these chic celebrity ponytails for inspiration. Read more

Try Natalie Portman's Easy-to-Do Looped Ponytail Look


Updated 01/10/11 12:30 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

How to Get Natalie Portman's Looped Ponytail

Natalie Portman may have that pregnancy glow, but it was her chic, looped ponytail, which she wore at the Palm Springs International Film Festival gala over the weekend, that captured my attention. It's a look that's easy to do and gives a sophisticated style in seconds. For tips on re-creating her ponytail at home (complete with pictures of Natalie's 'do at all angles), just keep reading. Read more

3 Avant-Garde Hairstyles to Spice Up Your Look


Updated 01/05/11 10:16 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Avant-Garde Hairstyle Ideas

Is one of your New Year's resolutions to switch up your beauty look a bit? An avant-garde hairstyle is the perfect solution. Not only will this type of style give you extra edge, but it comes without the commitment of a new cut or color. I recently went behind the scenes of Global Green's Gorgeous and Green benefit gala in San Francisco, where stylist Sherilynn Smart of the Sherilynn Jade Salon Read more

Learn This Updated Ponytail With Tips From Ken Paves


Updated 11/10/10 10:19 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 1 comment

How to Get a Braided Ponytail

When A-listers like Victoria Beckham and Eva Longoria get their hair done, they head to the celebrity stylist to the stars, Ken Paves. And now you, too, could get styled by Ken himself! All you have to do is like BellaSugar on Facebook and post your biggest hair challenge on our wall. One lucky winner will receive an on an all-expenses-paid Read more

Colorist Marie Robinson on Getting the Best DIY Hair Color Results


Updated 10/13/10 5:08 PM · Posted by · 4 comments

Tips For Coloring Your Hair at Home

What's so cool about celebrity colorist Marie Robinson is the fact that even though she runs an upscale establishment, Marie Robinson Salon in New York, and works with clients like Sarah Jessica Parker and Rachel McAdams, she's still down with talking about DIY box color. I call that instant cred. I recently chatted with Marie, Clairol's color director, about how we can get the best results while Read more