The Most Popular Hairstyles of all Times

No one can deny that when they are in search of a hairstyle to rock for a special occasion or for a total hair makeover, they almost always look to celebrities for inspiration. In the passage of time, there are several notable hairstyles that have become the well-copied hairstyles of all times. This include Audrey Hepburn’s French twist f or the movie Breakfast at Tiffany, the Rachel of Jennifer Aniston in her role as Rachel Green for the sitcom Friends, and who can ever forget the androgynous short hair of Twiggy, among others.

Audrey Hepburns’ French twist in the Breakfast at Tiffany
Other actresses and celebrities have worn a French twist before La Hepburn wore it for her movie “Breakfast at Tiffany”, But the hairstyle, imbued by Audrey Hepburn’s unique personal fashion flare became an instant “celebrity” in its own right after this recognized beauty, fashion and hair icon showcase the hairstyle in the said movie. The classic French twist of Audrey has become one of the well-copied hairstyle in the history of hair fashion in her time and whose popularity remained unabated until this present generation. It is a great favorite hairstyle for formal dos such as weddings and proms as well as a preferred updo hairstyle by celebrities to rock in the red carpet.

Jennifer Aniston’s “The Rachel”
The shoulder length square—layered bouncy hairstyle worn by Jennifer Aniston in one season of the American sitcom “Friends” in 1995 has gained so much fame and status. It was copied by millions of women all over the world making it one of the well-copied hairstyle not only during the past two generations but maybe of all times. It has gained so much popularity, giving it a name and “personality” of its own.

The big, layered blond and profoundly highlight hairstyle of Jennifer Aniston was called “The Rachel” , in honor of the character she played in the sitcom.

Twiggy’s androgynous short haircut
Twiggy epitomizes the 60s fashion. Her androgynous short pixie haircut is one bold and daring fashion statement that was revolutionary in Twiggy’s time. Most celebrities in her time prefer big, long hair, but when Twiggy burst into the fashion world with her sleekly combed pixie framing her gamine face highlighting her huge eyes framed by long false eyelashes, there was a sudden shift in the way women wore their hair. The revolution raged and carried almost every woman in its frenzy, making Twiggy’s pixie or a variation of it one of the most well-copied hairstyle of all times. Photos Copyright of PR PHOTOS


Classic Formal Hairstyles Ideas for 2012

The three types of formal hairstyles are updos, half up/half down and down. A half up/half down formal hairstyle is also sometimes called a partial updo or half updos, but in truth, it describes even hairstyles where hair is only partly up or mostly up. Majority of half up/half down hairstyle have hair up at the back and down on the sides and front. Several are messy others are neat, while some have plenty of textures, others have none, and some are big and others small.

Hollywood is the best source of inspiration for formal hairstyles. Celebrity icons attend red carpet events in the most fabulous formal hairstyles. Some even have a signature formal hairstyle that they often wear to the red carpet. Classic example of these celebrity icons is Nicole Kidman who always looks magnificent in a formal half updo. Messy updos are formal hairstyles that are favored by the teen fashion icons such as Vanessa Hudgens while uber sexy down dos- sleekly straight or wavy and tousled – are also great favorites by celebrities for the red carpet.

Updos are some of the most elegant formal hairstyle. Formal updos can come as a messy chignon worn low at the nape of the neck, a cascades of curls piled on the top of the head, a sleek and smooth bun at the back of the head, a braided side updo, a sleek braided ponytail and many more.

Another great inspiration for formal hairstyles is old Hollywood glam hairstyles. The 40s and the 50s are recognized as the generations of the most glamorous women in the history of Hollywood.

These women include Marilyn Monroe, Ava Garner, Dorothy Lamour, Maureen O’Hara, Susan Hayward, Deborah Kerr and Jane Russell among others. All these super glamorous women were often photographed rocking some of the most magnificent formal hairstyles that are very much in demand with women of this generation. Photos Copyright of PR PHOTOS


Jennifer Aniston’s Latest Angled Bob Hairstyle

This angled bob or the new long bob of Jennifer Anniston may yet be the most copied hairstyle this season. It is predicted to be even more popular than her “Rachel.” Some known hairstylists call this one of the “new classic” hairstyles. It is super stylish and fabulously flattering to any face shape, thanks to the longish hair in front. It softens the angles of a strong jaw like that of Jennifer’s and could also provide the illusion of a thinner face for a round shaped face. This hairstyle has piecey layers that are lengthier in front. It should be cut around the face first if you are not sure of the length that you want since this will give you an angle and the option.

Jennifer Aniston’s New Mid-Length Bob Hairstyle

Jennifer Aniston’s New Angled Bob Haircut Style

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Square Face Hairstyles Ideas 2012

Keira Knightley has a lovely face which can be a great example for some amazing square face hairstyles. So if your face shape is square as well, you can check some great hairstyles ideas from Keira Knightley

Long Hairstyle for a Square Face Shape

Keira’s long hairstyle is wavy and soft and perfectly highlights her stunning eyes and broad sweeping forehead. The wavy strands in front frame her face and the soft waves soften the lines of her face making it look round rather than square. Keira added as sparkly headband to the hairstyle to give it a more dramatic and romantic allure.

Medium Hairstyle for a Square Face Shape

This lovely young British actress wears her medium cut hair into an ultra stylish, neat and sleek hairstyle without bangs. It is parted in the middle with soft wispy hair falling on the side of the face and curving sweetly over the jaw, concealing the strong jaw line and framing her face lovingly. This is the perfect medium cut hairstyle for a square face. Photos Copyright of PR PHOTOS


The Secret to Lovely Hair Color

Do a regular touch up on your hair color, at least once a month, to avoid any avoidable hair damage and to maintain the lovely color of your hair. The roots can be covered with a home hair-color applied with a clean mascara wand rather than the brush that comes with the hair-color kit. Just make sure that the home hair-color that you’re getting is one that matches your hair color. Touching up regularly will put off dyeing the whole head because of fading color.

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