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Radically short haircuts
The few last months of 2008 featured celebrities sporting short haircuts, especially the bob. Conventional fashion wisdom cautions women to strike a balance between flamboyance and taste, and therefore, the chic bob haircut has always been influenced by the age-old belief that long hair is generally beautiful. This is why we find TV show host Lily Allen sporting a longer bob cut, where her hair hovers gently between her neck and shoulders. This is also why Sarah Michelle Gellar wears the bob in a "safe" length.
However, in 2009, hairstylists can no longer ignore the challenge of making the bob radically shorter! Radically short haircuts have challenged the conventional image of long beautiful hair and won. Three of the most popular bob hair styles are the fringed bob that is sported by supermodel Agyness Deyn, the pixie crop that is worn by Victoria Beckham and Natalie Portman, and the cropped bob of Katie Holmes. Some fashion critics were offended by Katie's new hairstyle, stating that it was a little bit boyish. But other critics saw audacity in the hairstyle. After all, only women whose femininity radiates can wear such short cuts with ease and beauty.
Radically long styles
Obviously, the radically short haircuts may not work for many women's face shapes. Thus, it would be prudent for those with long hair to keep or increase the lengths of their tresses. But how do you style your long hair without being accused of being fashionably left behind? Fortunately, there are long hairstyles that will also be the vogue in 2009. To remember these choices, the words to keep in mind are bohemian, undulating, and unforgiving. Admittedly, these seemed to be unflattering words to describe hairstyles. But in 2009, these words will take on new fashion meanings.
The bohemian long hair luxuriously flows free from the top of the head, scatters rebelliously around the shoulders, and ends subtly, merging with the beautiful feminine body. Most of the fashion icons, such as Donna Karan and Anna Sui, have worn bohemian long hair. And the perfect specimens of this hairstyle are that of Lindsay Lohan and Giselle Bundchen.
The undulating hairstyle exploits the sexy wavy curls of long hair. But it should also invoke images of the rising and falling of the ocean waves, creating a sensuous mermaid out of a woman. In this style, long hair should be parted at the side, with the waves sinuously framing the face. Think of Ashley Olsen, Kyra Sedgwick, and Katherine Heigl for inspiration for this look.
And the unforgiving hairstyle is embodied by straight and sleek long hair. It can be parted at the center or parted at the side. The straightness of the hair strands is unforgiving, but the stylish elegance is undeniable. Check out Shannon Doherty and see if her hairstyle will sit well on you.
Radical hair color
After several decades of tolerating the idea of the "dumb blonde" and after several years of endorsing the mysteriousness of dark hair, 2009 has finally arrive to showcase the trendy radical color known as the peroxide blonde. Supermodel Kate Moss sported it and the world of fashion took notice. This shade of blonde bodes a technologically advanced future, faced by a daring attitude.
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The Cannes Film Festival kicks off in just a couple of days, bringing together the world's biggest movie stars in one of sexiest settings under the sun. Before the South of France gets its latest dose of glamour, I decided to take a look back at some of the festival's best fashion through the years. Check it out, after the jump.
In 1953, an unknown 18-year-old named Brigitte Bardot followed her husband, journalist Roger Vadim, to the Cannes Film Festival where he was interviewing celebrities for The Paris Match. She became instantly famous when she appeared on the beach wearing only a bikini--rather taboo at the time--and has since been credited with making the two piece so popular. That same week, she frolicked on the beach in this fabulous polka-dot pouf dress.
A few years later, Sophia Loren helped define the modern (1958) idea of a movie star with plenty of glamour to spare. So what if it's May in a beach town? A lady needs her fur!
Long before Kate Moss or Agyness Deyn became the model/rock star muses of the moment, there was glam-rock goddess Anita Pallenberg. She and then-boyfriend, Keith Richards of the Rolling Stones, hit Cannes in 1967 to spread their message of bohemian fabulousness via big jewelry and furry vests.
The 70s saw plenty of major names in Cannes, including the Coppola family, Alfred Hitchcock, Robert Redford, and--believe it!--Mr. Universe, Arnold Schwarzenegger, but I don't think any couple better captures the disco era's glitter quite like Jack Nicholson in a velvet tux and Anjelica Huston in a white off-the-shoulder lace dress. Isn't she beautiful?
In May 1987, Princess Diana descended on the French Riviera for the festival's 40th anniversary celebration. Here she is with Sir Alec Guinness in a chiffon goddess gown--I remember seeing this photo when I was very young and thinking she was the most glamorous woman I'd ever seen.
In light of both of their major success, it's easy to forget that Kate Moss and Johnny Depp were once a hot item. In 1998, the supermodel (at the height of her first career ascension) accompanied her boyfriend to the festival, where Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas was entered in the competition.
Braids are going to be back in style. And they are going to be back in style in a big way. Braids can be worn embellished in ribbons or styled in a messy but trendy way. We’re taking inspirations from the fashion of the Medieval era for this and I’m not really complaining. I love the style of that century!
Flats are still going to very trendy. And they will come in an even sexier style for the upcoming spring season. They may either be closed or open toed sandals. You can wear flats with your favorite summer dress or pair it with a lovely pair of skinny shorts. You can also wear bejeweled or silver toned flats along with your cocktail party dress, while enjoying the night breeze at the resort, or when you are out on a cruise somewhere.
Watercolor prints will also be very fashionable this year. Although I am not sure if this is going to work for everybody. This one reminds me of my father’s bowling pants. But maybe with the right cut and the right style, the wardrobe ensemble should be really pretty. In line with this, light watercolor shades such as lavender and pink are also going to be popular this season. Think about this the next time you want to buy that dress or that lovely blouse you’ve been eyeing on.
For some folks, the Yuletide chore of decorating the Christmas tree can be just as tiring, and let's face it, downright dull. Sure, you've got lots of holiday memories wrapped up in the mish-mash of Christmas ornaments you've collected over time, but you're still yearning for something a little bit different and lots more exciting.
It might be time to think outside of the gift-wrapped box folks often get stuck in this time of year and come up with a Christmas tree filled with collectible treasures to express your personality and interests. And no, a tree of this variety doesn't have to be ultra expensive to be impressive. Read on for a few ideas to get your creative juices flowing.
Collectible Cups on the Tree
One neat idea, as shown in the photos here, came from my friend Claire Maxwell who owns Talbot Street Bed & Breakfast in Taylor, Texas. While open for the annual Taylor Christmas home tour, much to the delight of visitors wandering through the spectacularly decorated home, a tabletop tree that really epitomizes this idea was on display.
This particular tree held bough upon bough filled with small china cups Claire had collected here and there and everywhere. Some were children's dishes; others were of the demitasse variety. A lidless child's teapot, tied in place with a satin ribbon, was even perched near the tip of the tree where it worked beautifully as a topper.
Among the lightly colored cups, which really showed nicely nestled among the greenery, inexpensive red bead garland and sprigs of dried babies breath added the finishing touches. The result was a beautiful, old-fashioned tree allowing $1-3 cups to be used in a creative and fun holiday display with out going into debt to put it together.
Baby Shoes and Children's Toys on the Tree
While we were talking about her own decorating work, Claire also told me about an irresistible tree she'd seen once filled with adorable vintage baby shoes. And then we discussed toy rolling pins tied on with ribbons. The list went on and on when we started exploring kid's stuff to use as holiday ornaments.
Now, if you don't have a bunch of odd cups or infant shoes already collected up, these same ideas aren't going to work for you this holiday season. You'll have to get busy transforming common objects you already own into uncommon ornaments before Santa makes another trek down the chimney.
Other Ideas for Collectible Themed Christmas Trees
Start Planning an Uncommon Strategy for Next Year
Of course, if you can't come up with a single idea that would work out for you now, there's always next year.
Just think about how many uncommon objects you could scout out for tree hanging between now and next Christmas, and all the fun you could have scavenging favorite shopping spots to find them.
After the thrill of the chase is long past, you'll find there's nothing quite as satisfying as a clever display of your treasured belongings and the joy you'll get from sharing them with others during the most wonderful time of the year.