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Drew Barrymore Proves Braids Are a Spring Trend

Filed under: Celebrities with Style, Hair Cut and Style

Just yesterday we were giving you the scoop on French braids as a spring hair trend -- Jessica Simpson showed us just how chic the style can be. Well, it didn't take long to catch on. Drew Barrymore was sporting a French braid similar to Jessica's yesterday on "Live With Regis and Kelly!"

Drew's 'do showed why any girl with highlights (or lowlights) can really benefit from a fun braid (just look at the depth her color adds to the look). We also loved that it wasn't too precious -- her braid was full of texture and fullness, and the back of her hair was pinned up in a bunch of funky twisted braids.

So what have we learned? First of all, French braids are officially hot -- learn it, love it. Second, don't try to make it perfect -- smooth and sleek is overrated. Bumps and messy, spiky ends are where it's at!

Hair Trend: Braids, Big & Little

    From big and chunky the tiny and messy, braids are a must 'do this season.

    Don't let their intricate details intimidate you; in a few steps you can make pretty plaits like actress Drew Barrymore. Celebrity hairstylist Jessica Tingley of the Serge Normant at John Frieda Salon in Los Angeles takes us through step-by-step in recreating five different braid styles - from soft and simple to funky and intricate.

    - Dana Oliver

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    THE MESSY BRAID-BUN
    To get a look like Nicole Richie's, create four face-framing braids, securing them as close to the ends as possible with an elastic. Twist the remaining hair into a messy bun. Then comes the fun part: undo the elastics on the braids and incorporate them into the bun, securing with bobby pins. The result? Super soft and romantic!

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    THE WRAP-A-BRAID
    This red carpet hair style staple works best on shoulder length or longer hair, like Salma Hayek's. Use a fine tooth comb (it makes a huge difference!) to make a neat middle part and work the two halves of your hair into two tight, very clean, low braids. Pull the braids up and around the top of your head, securing them with bobby pins and hiding the ends underneath the braid from the opposite side.

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    THE EDITORIAL BRAID
    Seemingly-impossible plaits usually reserved for magazine spreads

    Look 1: Fishtail Braids
    Fishtail braids are a variation of French braids: Instead of incorporating each new hair section into the braid, let it go after twisting it over the braid, and grab a new section in its place. They take a little practice but once you've got it, it's a piece of cake. The version on the left was shaken out for a messy effect.

    Look 2: Braid-Elastics
    Smooth hair into a high, side ponytail, and separate out a bottom section of the hair to make a small braid. Wrap the ponytail around itself to create a bun. Finally, wind the braid around the base of the bun to hide the elastic, securing the end with a bobby pin.

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    THE HEADBAND BRAID

    Look 1: Multibraid Band
    For Blake Lively's pretty look, make three to four small braids along an uneven part, securing the ends with small elastics and hiding them under your hair with a bobby pin.

    Look 2: French Braid Band
    To get Lauren Conrad's look, (hint: it's a great tactic for growing-out bangs!) side part your hair and create a small french braid in front, framing the face for a headband effect. Secure the end of the braid with a small elastic.

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    THE SIDE SWEPT BRAID
    The secret here is to keep things loose as you brush your hair to one side and create a low braid, pulling pieces out of the plaits for a nonchalant, messy effect. For a more for romantic look, twist the bottom of your hair (along the hairline) into a roll and secure with bobby pins as needed.

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    Now that you've mastered braids, styling your hair into this runway look should be no problem (kidding!). With braids, practice makes perfect. If your style isn't wearable on the first go (and odds are it won't be), try it again until you've got it down.

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Jessica Simpson's Got Baggage (and Wants You to Buy It)

Filed under: Celebrities with Style

Jessica Simpson
Just yesterday we were marveling at the fact that Jessica Simpson is expanding her empire to bedding, and now, we have more J.Simp scoop for you. She's not only considering launching a line of luggage, she's actually doing it!

Continue reading Jessica Simpson's Got Baggage (and Wants You to Buy It)

HOTlist for the Week of January 26, 2009

Filed under: Celebrities with Style

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Every week there are a few stories that totally capture our attention. The HOTlist gives you the top five celebs we're watching this week at StyleList.


This week Prince Harry is at the top of the HOTlist. Representatives of the young royal just confirmed that he and longtime gal pal, Chelsy Davy, are splitsville. That means the party-loving 24 year old is back on the market!


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Messy Hair at the Golden Globes - StyleFoul!

Filed under: Celebrity Fashion Mistakes, Red Carpet Trends, Hair Cut and Style



In regular life, we are all about the casual chic of a tousled up-twist or a half-pulled through pony-tail. But we were appalled at the number of actresses who showed up for the Golden Globes with hair that can only be described as messy.

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Tucker Webshop - At Last!

Filed under: Holiday Style, Stores We Love, Clothing, Dresses, Celebrities with Style, Must Haves

Tucker by Gaby BasoraTucker by Gaby Basora is one of our favorite indie designers, and they finally have a webshop open! Already seen on Lipstick Jungle, Gossip Girl, The Hills, and celebrities Cameron Diaz, Liv Tyler, Brooke Shields, Julia Roberts, Drew Barrymore, and Jessica Simpson, Tucker is skyrocketing to the top of the market.

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Ho'roscope for the Week of December 1, 2008

Filed under: Celebrities with Style

The stars rule the stars. So what's in store for your favorite celeb? Find out in our regular feature, Ho'roscope. The glamor, the sex, the money troubles can all be understood through the astrological powers that really run Hollywood.







This week: attacked by wild dogs, lies and bull-hooey detectors, and ill considered sartorial choices. What's your ho'roscope?

The NFL Shop Targets the Female Consumer - Role Reversal

Filed under: Holiday Style, Gift Guides

A Cowboys hating Panthers fan wears a Jessica Simpson costume Nothing gets women excited like choking down a bunch of light beer and nachos while a fierce NFL match-up is blaring on the big screen. You know it. And the gear ... those loose-fitting mesh jerseys and awesome wool knit caps with gaudy team colors all over them... women just eat that stuff up. Don't they? Well, maybe that's not the case for all women, but regardless the NFL is marketing directly to women this year -- only it's not what you think.

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Macy's Holiday ad Campaign: Full of Stars and Good Will

Filed under: Style in the News

We know. Right now, looking at holiday shopping catalogs, commercials, and mailers must seem like cruel and unusual punishment because, let's face it, we're all collectively broke. Sigh.

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Lisa Rinna admits "I went too far"

Filed under: Skin Care, Celebrity Fashion Mistakes

Lisa Rinna admits she used too much Juvederm

Even though we totally fell in love with Lisa Rinna when she was on Dancing With The Stars, we've always categorized her in the same "Muppet Features School of Plastic Surgery" as Donatella Versace and Jessica Simpson.

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Weekly celeb fashion roundup

Filed under: Celebrities with Style

jessica simpson at macy'sSometimes the week just flies by so fast you barely have time to blink -- let alone visit Stylelist multiple times a day to check in on what your favorite celebrities are wearing. So we're here for you with a recap of some of the best, and worst red carpet appearances of the week. Browse through the gallery for lots of fun fashion commentary on A-listers galore.

Ken Paves knows hair - Tip of the day!

Filed under: Style Tip of the Day

Have you ever wanted to be a blonde bombshell for the night or a fiery red head for hot date but still have the option to go back to your regular old roots within minutes? Now you can!

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Shoes of the day - Potla boot by Jessica Simpson

Filed under: Accessories, Shoes, Must Haves


Because "buttoned-up" doesn't have to mean uptight, we present you these awesome boots by, of all people, Jessica Simpson. (We know! It's hard to believe, but it's true!)

Made of shiny leather (but thankfully, NOT patent leather) these boots will add a sexy touch to your fall uniform of tights and a sweater dress. The gleaming silver buttons running down your leg will make your gams look a mile long.

$198 at Zappos

Why aren't you wearing this? Jessica Simpson Dafa Wedge

Filed under: Accessories, Shoes, Must Haves


Okay, we know -- we've shown a couple of Jessica Simpson shoes. But you know what? We're okay with that, because these Dafa Wedges? We have them. And we love them. In fact, we're wearing them now!

Continue reading Why aren't you wearing this? Jessica Simpson Dafa Wedge

Jessica Simpson's bosoms offend at the Grand Ole Opry

Filed under: Celebrities with Style


What can you do? It seems that some people are determined to be offended by Jessica Simpson's famous breasts, even when she chooses to cover them up. That's our take anyway, on this controversy over Jessica's outfit at her Grand Ole Opry debut. We watched the video, and aside from the lame performance, we've got to say that there isn't much to be offended about.

Apparently, the low-cut dress showed a little too much skin for some of the Grand Ole Opry's patrons and offended their 19th century values. In the grand scheme of things, we're more offended that Jessica was even invited to perform at one of country music's holy places. If anything, Simpson's outfit helped underscore her strengths (a great rack) and divert attention from the big question: why the hell is Jessica Simpson performing at the Grand Ole Opry anyway? Oh, she's decided to become a country singer, and she's having a tough time pulling it off.

Eva Longoria Parker launches Premium M&Ms and pregnancy rumors at NY Fashion Week

Filed under: Clothing, Celebrities with Style



Eva Longoria Parker had a pretty good time at Fashion Week, sitting in the front row of Diane Von Furstenberg next to Jennifer Lopez, and launching the new M&M's Premiums candy collection.

Some celebs get into fashion by doing a perfume line, like Britney (remember Curious? So long ago, but the scent lingers...) Others do shoes, like Jessica Simpson. We hear Mischa Barton is getting into the game with headbands.

We could totally see Eva partnering with some up and coming designer, even if she didn't try to make us believe that she was actually designing anything.

But no. She's at Fashion Week to talk chocolate.

It's so obvious. The choice to align herself with the iconic drugstore candy tells us more than a thousand PR flack "No Comments" can ever deny. Start the rumor mills, Eva is totally pregnant!

How You Voted

    Threesome or topless?
    More than 3/4 of you think the CK campaign 'Threesome' campaign was more risque than Wrangler's topless models. Get the full story here.

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    Do these ads belong in the U.S.?
    StyleList readers were nearly evenly divided on this, with 52% thinking that they should run in the States, and 48% finding them inappropriate. Get the full story here.

    Inzemove and Fred & Farid

    Curly or Straight?
    While 30% of you think she's so beautiful that her hair doesn't even matter, 49% of you prefer her curls. Get the full story here.

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    Offensive or artistic?
    Just over 50% of StyleList readers said they weren't offended by this shirt, but didn't know if it was totally appropriate to wear in public. Unfortunately, that wasn't the opinion in Dubai. Get the full story here.

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    Strapless dresses on 13-year-olds
    StyleList readers think strapless dresses should be saved for older girls -- 41% of you think the look is too mature. Get the full story here.

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    Is Megan the new Angelina?
    Half of you think Megan needs to get her own identity and quit copying Angie, but more than a quarter said Jolie doesn't stand a chance against this Fox. Get the full story here.

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    Did Calvin Klein respond to public's outcry?
    The controversial "threesome" billboard in Soho has been replaced with this one, but 51% of you believe it was just to keep people talking about the brand, not because CK caved. Get the full story here.

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    Calvin Klein's Racy Ad
    Is it art or practically pornography? About 40% of StyleList readers found this billboard obscene. Get the full story.

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    Palin's Pedi
    Do you think Sarah Palin's funky pedicure was appropriate? If so, you're in good company -- 68% of you said it was fun and fabulous. Get the full story.

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    Bright, Light, or Dark as Night?
    How do you like your toenails painted? Over half of StyleList readers prefer their piggies with bright, perky polish. Get the full story.

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