Hair 101: The Haircut of the Winter

Lauren Conrad

Rihanna

Vanessa Hudgens

Lucy Hale

Lately, every celeb has had a case of "scissor fever". So many celebs have caught on to the "lob" trend. What is a lob you ask? Well, it's a combination of long + bob, a long bob. Usually bobs are cut above the shoulders, around the chin area. A lob, however, is cut at or just below the shoulders. This gives the hair room to still be pulled into a ponytail or bun, perfect for so many of us who still want versatility. And, as shown above, a lob can be transformed into so many looks. Keep it full with body like Lauren Conrad and Lucy Hale. Stay sleek and chic like Rihanna. Or, get bold with colored tips like Vanessa Hudgens. If you want a lob, just show your stylists one of these pics and be sure to specify the desired length of your lob.

How are you styling your hair for the winter?

Beauty 101: How to Find Your Dark Lipstick Shade

Lorde

Transition your red lip to fall by going to the deep side. Trade in the bright red lipsticks, for the darker hued reds for a darker, classic look. For fair skin ladies, try using a lighter red lipliner mixed with the darker lipstick to prevent the color from overpowering the face. For deeper toned ladies, go for a red that leans more to the deep brown shades. 

Rihanna

Rihanna has been rocking dark hued lipsticks for years! Trade in the dark reds and blacks, for a mauve-y, brown color. The color looks fantastic when paired with heavy eye makeup, or even a subtle smokey eye.

Selena Gomez

In need of a new color all togther? Go the Selena Gomez route and opted for a deep purple. Purple lipstick shades do not have to look like crayon marks! Go for lipstains first, then transition to the full on purple shades. 

Have you gone to the dark side of lipstick?

Trend 101: Faux Body Jewelry

Kylie Jenner sports several ear cartilage piercings in a profile selfie on Instagram. 

Rihanna steps out and reveals a new septum piercing. 

Trends are always coming and going, whether we like it or not. With that said, I am not fond of body jewelry (body piercings), other than a two simple ear piercings. No, I'm not a prude, body jewelry is more like a tattoo and sticks with you one way or another throughout your life. However, that's the biggest cause of the new body jewelry trends. Body jewelry no longer requires alcohol, a piercing gun, and weeks of care, only the actual jewelry. Instead of sticking to the same body jewelry pieces for months, anyone can purchase faux ear chains, septum rings, and more. And, if you like the look enough, you can even decide to go for the actual piercings. For myself, I love to rock ear chains whenever I wear my hair up to give my face a little more sparkle and edge!

How do you rock body jewelry? 

Style 101: Rock Those Shades

Katy Perry

Katy Perry is rocking a classic, square frame of sunglasses, perfect for any face shape. These shades work for all face shapes because the square shape frames the eyes leaving out the eyebrows which help to frame the overall face. The shades can be found on both the high-end and low-end and come in an array of colors. 

Rihanna

For a more retro look, try a cat-eye frame similar to Rihanna's sunglasses. Of course, the frames do not have to be as oversized as Rihanna's, but the cat-eye frame helps to add some dramatics to any look. In order to successfully rock a cat-eye frame, be sure to exude confidence in your style and look.

Gwen Stefani

As a fashionista, circular sunglass frames are a known trend. The circular frames give me an eighties cool kid vibe and work with edgy, girly, and even boho styles. And, as you can see above, Gwen Stefani rocks these shades perfectly with a matte red lip and plaid button down. 

What are your favorite sunglass frames? 

Fashion 101: Paris Fashion Week to Spring Fashion

Elle Fanning

Lupita N'yongo 

Lupita N'yongo

Rihanna

Paris Fashion Week 2014 saw all the latest springs trends, from pastels to sneakers, to collard tops. Spring is all about beautiful pastels and soft colors. Patterned and colorful sneakers are now being paired with the "classiet' of outfits, not just workout clothes and jeans. Skater skirts are also a top trend of the spring season, especially when paired with simple heels and lovely peacoats. Now the simplest spring trend, is collars. Whether the collar is sewn into the top or created with the use of a necklace. 

What spring trends will you be trying out? 

Trend 101: Camo Chic

Rihanna

Miley Cyrus

Lyndsey Camille

The camo print is one of the hottest trends for the fall season this year. Camo can be incorporated into looks through jeans, jackets, and even shoes! Camo adds edge to a look and an unexpected pop of print. Camo can be worked into different styles whether it's through the shoes or a simple bag. Above are some of my favorite camo looks worn by my favorite celebs, and myself, check it out!

How do you rock the camo trend?

Trend 101: Rockin' the Overalls

Ashley Madekwe

Rihanna

Vanessa Hudgens

Overalls aren't for little kids anymore! This 90's fad is back and better than ever, especially if you pair them with the right accessories and shoes. So many celebs and bloggers have been spotted rocking this new trend which means that there are so many basic how to's for wearing overalls and looking good. Keep on reading below for tips on rocking the overalls trend.

• Wear a fitted top underneath. Overalls already have a baggy feel to them so you don't want to lose all of your shape.
• Don't be afraid to pair heels with your overalls. Go for a simple heel to keep your look chic while letting your overalls be the spotlight of your outfit.
• Accessorize in pieces that fit your personal style so you can make this trend your own.
• Remember, many overalls are just denim! Anything goes with denim so experiment, experiment, experiment.
• Try out the different styles of overalls. Overalls come in different prints, patterns, and lengths so you have lots of options.

Will you be trying out the overall trend?

Hair 101: Girly, Messy, Chic!

Rihanna

I love this super girly, yet messy and casual, updo! The curls are flirty and a cute bow accent will make it even more adorable which makes the look perfect for a date or a casual day out. All you need to recreate the look is a curling iron or wand, a hair tie, bobby pins, and a hair scarf. Recreate the look with these easy steps down below:

1. Begin by curling all your hair into loose ringlets. It does not have the be perfect.
2. Section off the hair in front so that it will frame your face.
3. Take the hair left in the back and pull it up into a high ponytail. Make sure the ponytail is not pulled too tight.
4. Use the bobby pins to help keep your hair in place and put the curls exactly where you want them.
5. Take a cute hair scarf and wrap it into a bow right in-between the ponytail and bang.

Now you have a cute messy updo that's great for getting the hair off your face for the summer while still being able to look chic. Let me know in the comments below how the style works for you.

How do you keep hair off your face?

Fashion 101: The Baggy Pants Look

Skinny jeans have become such a staple in every one's wardrobe, so it's seems like time to try out something new to cover up your bottom half. Sweatpants and baggy pants have been seen on so many celebs lately as well as everyday girls. I am one to only wear more form fitting outfits, but this trend is something I may have to try out. I love how they look so comfy and casual, while still giving off an amazing urban, street style feel. Keep on reading to see how to work them into your wardrobe.

Rihanna knows you have to stay within a color scheme to make it look like a put together look and not like you just threw on sweatpants. Make the baggy pant look styled, but not over done by staying within the same color groups and not going too glam with your upper half. Try a casual look up top such as a fitted hoodie, a rocker tee, or even a cool jacket.

Don't forget about your proportions! You definitely do not want to look like a sack potato in a baggy pants look so try to keep with a fitted top or jacket. You can even try sticking with a loose top in your baggy pants stick more toward your legs than outward.

 

Will you be trying the baggy pants look?

Trend Alert: Beanie Movement

I don't know if it's just me, but I have seen many people wearing beanies in all different styles, colors, and from various brands. I've never thought of a beanie being a very feminine accessory, but after seeing how different girls style their hair ad outfits I am absolutely in love with them. Many beanies have a little extra fabric in the top so it dangles a bit in the back, or so you can wear it straight up. What's really great are that beanies are a unisex item and are practical since you are keeping your head warm. Not only that, but beanies are such a nice DIY project, you can make your own or buy little embellishments like studs to make it your own. Down below Rita Ora, Nicole Richie, and Rihanna are all incorporating a beanie into their style and making it their own.

Rita Ora

Nicole Richie

Rihanna

Beauty 101: 5 Tips for Luscious Lips

Rihanna

Taylor Swift

Fall 2012 is all about playing up your eyes and lips with dark, dramatic colors. Ruby and reds lips are so dark and beautiful and paired with shimmery golden eyes it instantly becomes gorgeous! However, if you go deeper into the new beauty trends, it is becoming more popular to "reshape" your lips, with concealer and foundation that is. Keep on reading for tips on how to reshape your lips, make them fuller, and look amazing:

• The Basics! Before you can do anything special with your lips they need to look healthy. Use chapstick, sugar scrubs, and stay hydrated for healthy lips.
• Moisturizing Lip Products! If your not using moisturizing glosses, stains, or chapsticks, your lips are just going to dry out and become chapped again. Use moisturizing products to keep your lips from chapping.
• Primer! A primer will allow you a nice canvas to make your lip product true to color and last longer.
• Lighter and Darker! Using a lighter shade lip color or gloss to the middle of your 1st lip color will make your lips appear fuller. The contrast will look gorgeous especially from the way the light will hit the colors, just be sure to blend!
• Concealer! Use concealer along with an angled brush and foundation to reshape your lips and make your lipstick lines look perfect! Cupid bow shaped lips are so in right now and concealer will help you achieve the shape.



Fashion 101: The Letterman Jacket

Letterman jackets are huge in high school especially in the U.S. and typicaly show off your school and however many varsity sports, clubs, and high academic achievements you've made. However, a girl like me doesn't just want the same letterman jacket everybody else has, I want one that shows my personality with the right color combo and patterns. That's why I am so happy that lettermans are becoming a new trend and being made in all kinds of styles!

Lady Gaga

Lady Gaga keeps it edgy, quirky, and of course different by decking her letterman out in major spikes. I'm guessig Lady Gaga isn't giving out hugs in this jacket! She also adds her nickname, Monster, and a big letter M to personalize it just for her.

Taylor Swift

Taylor Swift uses her letterman for a preppy look especially since she pairs it up with her super cute oxfords. The bright but neutral colors keeps her letterman perfect for any season while not ever looking drab.

Rihanna

Rihanna looks edgy and cute in her letterman which she pairs with dark colors. However the light grey color and pops of bright white help to keep her jacket from looking drab. Rihanna even makes her letterman more cool and unique by adding patches to her mismatch black and white sleeves.

Beauty 101: Deep and Dark Lips

Deep and dark colored lips are all the rage for fall. The deep lip shades are perfect for the girl who isn't afraid to take beauty risks and wants to go all out for fall. Deep lip shades go with any skin tone depending upon the lipstick's under tones and darkness. Dark berries, reds, and mocha are fabulous and make your lips appear fuller, luxurious and add to your overall make-up look. Check out some gorgeous celebs rocking these lip colors below:

Jennifer Lopez

Rihanna

Camilla Belle

Hair 101: Use Less Heat



Rihanna

Rihanna may have super short hair now, but it is still super healthy and chic! Even ladies with short hair have to stay away from the heat to maintain healthy hair. However, staying away from heat is easy to say but can be really hard to do. Blowdryers, flatirons, curling irons, and everyday heat use can be the death of healthy hair and achieving length. Keep reading for some tips on how to use less heat.

• Air dry! Instead of blowing drying your hair every time it gets wet, try air drying. Air drying may take some time since your hair has to be trainded to dry a specific way by itself.
• Hooded dryer! If your hair just won't air dry, try a hooded dryer that gives off less direct heat.
• Pin Curls! Piin curls will make your hair curly without using any  heat. You may need to blowdry your halfway straight to have nice pin curls.
• Rollers! Depending on the size of the rollers you can achieve volumious straight hair, wavy hair, or curly hair.
• Styles! After your hair dries, try out hair styles like a topknot, half up half down, a sleek ponytail, anything that suits you! 

Hair 101: Rihanna Rapunzel

Rihanna's rapunzel like braid is so majestic and gorgeous, you could even mistake it for a mermaid braid! This braid works for medium to long hair and is great for when you want to jazz up your look. It is also perfect for summer since it will help pull your hair out of your face. All you need is to know how braid and french braid, a comb and brush, a ponytail holder, and bobby pins.

1. Begin by detangling and brushing your hair. It's better if you use a side part, but a middle part will work too.
2. Take one side and begin french braiding to the edges of your hair until you reach the nape of your neck, some hair may not be braided. Secure the braid with a bobby pin.
3. Take the remaining hair and french braid to the edge of your hair until you reach a little past your ear meeting the other braid. Secure with bobby pins.
4. Bring both braids together and mix the loose hair together creating a side braid. Secure the braid with a ponytail holder.
5. Brush the hair down to make it smooth and put on a cute pair of earrings to make the look pop!

Hair 101: Change It Up

Rihanna

Rihanna

Rihanna

 No matter how many cute hairstyles you come up with, the same old bob or blonde highlights seems to turn into a uniform and the time comes to change it up! The best example of someone who knows about changing up their hair has to be Rihanna, she's had more than 3 different hairstyles all within the first few months of 2012! Rihanna is a master of risk taking and change and the key is to loosen up and experiment. The best way to change out your hair is to research different styles and even make a collage of everything that catches your eye and think about all the styles you have had before.When you finally come to one or two choices , be sure to consult with your hairdresser because they can help figure out how much of a change to make your hair. A quick tip is to use clip-in hair or extensions if you are scared of coloring your hair or want extra length and think about your lifestyle before doing anything too darastic.

What is your hairstyle for the spring/summer season?

Love Her Style: Rihanna and Brooklyn Decker

Rihanna and Brooklyn Decker

Rihanna and Brooklyn Decker of the movie, Battleship, are looking absolutely gorgeous at a photocall. Rihanna, in an Alexander Wang dress is very classy, but still young. The dark green color of the dress looks great with her skin tone and the black heels  and gold wrist choker are lovely accessories. Rihanna's hair color and style is gorgeous and the waves are perfect for spring. Her make-up is also very natural, the nude lipstick is beautiful.  Brooklyn Decker is very daring in a quilted, swirly, cut-out Stella Mcartney dress. I love her heels and her use of no jewlery, it lets the dress speak for itself. Brooklyn Decker's pulled back her shows off her face and her make-up look is brings out her eyes.

How do you feel about Rihanna and Brooklyn Decker's dresses?

Trend Alert: Socks with Heels



Emma Roberts

Emma Roberts stays looking young and carefree by pairing risque socks with a pair of shorts. Make sure you pair the look with a covered top half and chic accessories to not go too raunchy with the look.

Leighton Meester

Leighton Meester is super posh in this oufit! She stays in an all black look which maintains color with pops of floral in the dress. I loev that her socks are the same color as her shoes and only go up to about mid-calf.

Rihanna

Rihanna is in a daring girly meets edgy look in this outfit. Her gold pumps are paired with white socks that bunch at the ankles which work because they are in a neutral color.


A trend I am seeing repeatedly on everyone from celebrities to everday fashionistas is socks with heels. The look is stylish while also keeping your feet warm or hiding a bad pedicure.   Keep the look fresh by wearing socks that bunch up at the ankle or go up to or higher than your calf. Make sure to keep the socks a neutral colors that goges with your shoes and outfit to prevent a childish look.