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Modern Makeover: American Wave Texture Transformation

BRUNETTE, LONG, REAL WOMEN, TRENDING

American Wave is on the crest of a wave. It’s already featured on The Today Show and in the Chicago Tribune, and a new Color Wave version of the pioneering salon service is soon to be released. And with the emerging trend for modern multi-textured styles hitting the runways, the beach, and the streets it’s a great time to feature this American Wave Makeover by ARROJO NYC texture specialist, Barton Miller. As seen in the before image (top left of the collage), his model, Nicole, has a fine and wispy natural texture. But just a couple of hours later, she reappeared with a full and bouncy ‘do that highlights the elegance, beauty and unique personality of waves, curls, tousle and flow (bottom left image of the collage). After the makeover, we caught up with Nicole to find out how she feels with her newly buxom tresses. To read her thoughts, click style notes.

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The New Bob: Transforming the Shape from Soccer Mom to Sex Kitten

BRUNETTE, EVERYDAY, MEDIUM, MODEL, SHORT, SLEEK

In the 1920s, bobbed haircuts were a sign of raciness and rebellion worn by flappers and actresses. But over the years, bobs lost their edge. Jackie Kennedy wore a bob, as have numerous other first ladies and busy moms, transforming the bob from tantalizing to traditional. But bobs can be hot, sultry, even mysterious. Debbie Harry, Madonna, Victoria Beckham, Siouxsie Sioux, and Marilyn Monroe made their jaw-grazing crops a statement, a way of expressing powerful femininity, and they’re not the only ones; look at Karlie Kloss, Cameron Diaz, or Rachel Taylor. But what’s the difference between a sexy bob and a frumpy one? How do you make your crop trendy and tempting instead of boxy and boring? Read on to find out. –– Laura Martin

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Healthy Hair Alert: A Caesar Salad Recipe for Fuller, Thicker Hair

BRUNETTE, CELEBRITY, EVERYDAY, LONG

Healthy hair starts from a healthy diet, but at times it’s difficult to know what foods contain the best ingredients. Luckily, there is an expert. Celebrity Nutritionist and Beauty Detox Specialist Kimberly Snyder is a New York Times Best Selling author, and health guru to Fergie and Drew Barrymore. In partnership with dailycandy.com, Kimberly showed us a yummy Caesar Salad recipe with ingredients that she guarantees will help lengthen our locks. We can’t turn our knife and fork up at that; watch her insightful and fun video below…

Sleek Epicene: Sporty Warm-Weather HairStyle

COLOR, CUT, EVERYDAY, MODEL

Sexiness comes in many forms. It can be voluptuous or sleek, bold or understated, feminine or androgynous. This style is perfect for those who prefer a gritty and tough allure. Volume above the temples combined with slicked sides and wet texture exude jauntiness and confidence while keeping hair out of your face. Combined with strong brows and dewy skin, this look is both sporty and edgy, perfect for pairing with futuristic dresses or fitted tank tops. Read on for steps to getting the look. –– Laura Martin Click for StyleNotes →

Hair Color Trends: Copy Bella Thorne’s Ethereal Copper-Toned Hue

CELEBRITY, EVERYDAY, LONG, MEDIUM, RED, SHORT, TRENDING

If you want to be a maven of summer hair color trends, this ethereal copper from Bella Thorne is one of the summer’s most desirable tones. A divine hue that is part of a drift towards red-brown colors that possess otherworldly qualities, it is a move away from fiery redheads into colors that are more dreamy and angelic. So, when you next go to your colorist, think seraphic, elemental tones, think delicate and light, think luxurious hairstyle heaven. And for our professional tips on attaining different shades of red, click style notes.