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By Elma Beganovich I have been wanting to change my hairstyle for a while, to create a new and fresh look for the summer. Thus, I went on a "hunt" and looked at hairstyles of various style icons. After much digging, I spotted a perfect summer cut: Brigitte Bardot's choucroute hairstyle (a sort of a beehive hairstyle with fringe-bangs and all of its teased, tousled glory).  To help my look come to life I found two amazing hairstylists at Arrojo NYC ( @arrojonyc ): Corrinn (cutter) and Eve (colorist). These two astonishingly-talented young stylists made my look come to life. Corrinn ( @corrinndoeshair )  did a pristine job with shaping my bangs and Eve ( @thehaircolorexpert )  colored the tips to make sure that my hair was one glistening color: chestnut brown. I would highly recommend these two ladies to anyone who lives in (or visits) New York City; the salon  is located in Tribeca.  For the fashionistas, I am wearing an H&M dress and...

By Fatima N. Top 7 Winter Hairstyles In a styling slump? Here are top 7 winter hairstyle ideas, enough to get you through the week. 1) Side Swept  I've seen this so many times on the Fall/Winter 2014 runways. It's as simple as changing your hair part. This hairstyle looks great on square shaped faces. 2) Sixties This look is all about volume. I have three words. Bigger. Is. Better. Spray that hair down a little more then usual because of the winter wind. 3) Waves Soft, polished waves looks great under winter essentials like beanies. 4) Accessorize This is a no-brainer. Headbands, feathers, head scarves or simpler accessories like beanies can change your winter hairstyle. If you're A) out of hairspray, B) like/need to wear your hair up or C) go for the more low maintenance option, these casual do's are for you: 5) Buns It seems that the hairstylists from the runway got their inspiration from the people rather then the other way around. Many of the models were sporting th...

By Catherine Santino Season 4 of “New Girl” recently premiered, and while I’m still binging on Season 3 on Netflix, I thought I would share my tutorial on the makeup that Zooey Deschanel often wears on the show. Her look varies at times, but I think I’ve found a way to recreate her go-to makeup pretty accurately, and with much more affordable products... Zoey Deschanel The main features of Zooey’s makeup that I regularly notice are: bronzy eyeshadow, full, fluttery lashes, defined eyes, rose blush on the apples of the cheeks, and coral/pink lips. All together it creates a simple, pretty makeup look that I think can be worn in any season and for various occasions. For the eye makeup, I blended two shimmery shades from my Maybelline “The Nudes” eyeshadow palette. One is a darker bronze color, the other a lighter gold color. I took the darker color and blended it underneath the lower lash line a bit, just to open up and define the eyes. I also added a bit of gel liner, slightly winged at ...

By Catherine Santino When researching hair mask recipes, I came across so many different beauty tips for various hair types. You can find so many things in your kitchen that can benefit dry, greasy, or flat hair. But one ingredient I found to be common in all of them: egg. Using egg yolks in hair masks can be extremely beneficial for the health of your hair. It is rich in vitamins, and the protein it contains helps promote hair growth. By mixing it with other ingredients, you can alter it to your specific hair type. Let`s see how to revamp your hair with these easy and affordable beauty tips... DIY Hair Mask Recipes for Dry, Greasy and Flat Hair  Hair mask for dry hair  Some tips: -With all of these, remember to rinse with cool water, otherwise the egg will cook in your hair as you wash! -Massage the masks into your hair and scalp, and then let it sit for about 15 minutes before rinsing. -Using a shower cap can help soak in the nutrients of the ingredients. -And remember, heal...

By Catherine Santino How To Find Your Best Hair Color Choosing a hair color can be a daunting task. It’s a big decision, and it’s important to do your research and take your time. Below, you will find inspirational photos and tips to help you find  your perfect hair color! Ombre 1) Find a stylist : it’s important to find a stylist that you trust and you’ve had a consultation with so that they know exactly what it is you want. Bring them photos and talk to them about what you’re going for. This way, you’ll feel much more comfortable with taking the plunge. To find out the top 10 fall/winter hairstyles, click  here .  Salted Caramel Hair Color  2) Consider your skin tone : depending on your skin tone, some colors may make you hairstyle look washed out or just be too harsh for you. Look up photos of celebrities or models with your skin tone and see what works for them. I’ve always been envious of people who can seem to pull off any hair color (Rachel McAdams...

By Katya Bychkova Party-Ready Makeup Ideas With so many parties coming up in November and December, it is important to keep in mind a couple of makeup looks that you could create in just a couple of minutes without purchasing any extra makeup products. In this inspirational post I propose you two holiday looks that you can try while getting ready for the family gathering and a party with friends. Here are my ideas for different holiday makeup looks... Me Look #1: Good Girl Most fall and winter holidays are family-oriented. It means that you need to know how to create a beautiful but not too provocative makeup look which make your mom happy but still highlight your best features. Personally, I’ve noticed that my family members make me the biggest amount of compliments when I am using the shades of pink in my makeup. I bet you will receive many positive comments too if you try this easy makeup a la naturelle. Step #1: Preparation First and the most important step while creating a makeup ...

By Catherine Santino Now that it’s getting colder out, it’s time to change our skin care routine. Winter months means constantly looking for ways to keep your skin moisturized as the weather gets harsher. Contrary to what you might think, you don’t need to break the bank to maintain healthy, glowing skin this coming season. Here are my beauty tips... How to Take Care of Your Skin in the Winter  Club Fashionista blogger Amra B. 1) Drink water:  This is the most important skincare and beauty tip. Water is crucial to your skin’s overall health and keeps it looking hydrated and fresh. It’s easy to forget to drink water when it starts getting colder, but make sure to always carry a water bottle with you and drink throughout the day.  2) Vitamin E Cream:  If you have extremely dry skin like me, vitamin E cream is a great way to keep your skin from getting dry in the winter. It’s inexpensive, easy to find, and is extremely rich and nourishing for your skin. I...