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Beauty
February 25, 2013

1 Trend 5 Ways: Braids!

On his self-titled and first studio album Mario, the then-unknown R&B singer from Baltimore released not one, but TWO songs about braids. Although neither of the harmonies brought him Gangnam-sized success (in Chick With Da Braids he rhymed braids with Escalade…) Mario’s ode to the coif proved just how muse-worthy the simple hairstyle is.

Give your do a twisty upgrade as inspired by braids from the runway. The best part about going bonkers for braids? The hairstyle looks better on unwashed hair. Lazy Sundays never looked so chic! read more…

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Beauty
November 1, 2012

The New Ombre

Gone are the days of ombré and half shaved heads, which exploded onto the beauty scene *ages ago*. Older looks are slowly fizzling out and are being replaced by a set of fun, new hair trends. In order to help you stay ~ahead of the times~, we have documented the hottest new looks from around the hair globe that will inevitably be “the next big thing”. So if you want to be a #trendsetter, then try out these new stylish dos’. They will be cool, for awhile, at least. read more…

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Beauty
September 12, 2012

New York Fashion Week: Trends To Scare Your Friends

It was never true when they said fashion was all about the glitz, glam, and the gorgeous. Here are some of the most daring, and not-so-appealing trends walking the runway this year. (You may also start taking notes for Halloween). read more…

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Beauty
July 16, 2012

BEAUTY TREND TO TRY: Looking Like Cindy Lou Who

Hair a la Dr. Seuss? Alexis Mabille says “HELL YEAH!” And now you can too with this handy-dandy how-to. read more…

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Beauty
July 9, 2012

TOP 5: Beauty Trends From Fall 2012 Couture Runways That Will Scare Your Friends

Are you looking for a subtle and versatile new beauty look to try? Look elsewhere. read more…

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Beauty
July 9, 2012

Creative Braids: A Gallery

From Pippi Longstocking to prairie girls haven’t exactly been the pinnacle of ‘cool’. Until now! Here’s a gallery of some of the most creative braids on the Interwebs, and probably in the whole world. So much more interesting than buns or ponies, and a great alternative to an instantly regretful bob cut in efforts to keep cool in summer heat. Braids are here to stay – from naughty knots to a clean three way. read more…

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Beauty
June 28, 2012

BEAUTY TREND TO TRY: Are Adult Pigtails A Thing?

Apparently, they are. From the runways of Paris, to the streets of NYC, those cute matching tails poking out from under your ears, pre-school-style, get the grown up treatment and look, really, really nice. See our comprehensive pigtail gallery for some hair-spiration of your own. read more…

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Beauty
May 2, 2012

Giddy Up, It’s Pony Time

With unique hair trends like fishtail braids and top knot buns, the classic ponytail  has been swept under the rug for quite some time now. If the ponytail was a person, it would be the person who ate the same PB&J sandwich every day. With a glass of milk. It’s safe; something you choose only when there’s nothing better. BUT NOT ANYMORE! read more…

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Beauty
April 20, 2012

Hairstyles: Runway to Prom…way

When it comes to Prom, hair is almost as important as the dress… and the shoes. Actually, it’s equally as important. Because depending on the dress, certain hairstyles just don’t work. We pulled some Promtastic looks from both the Spring 2012 and Fall 2012 collections to get you hairspired. read more…

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Fashion
March 20, 2012

WTF: Bernard Willhelm, The Man Of Your Nightmares

Designer Bernard Willhelm takes us on a journey of sartorial schitzophrenia, and we are your tour guides. Check out our fave (hyper-strange) picks from his fashion brain baby. read more…

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