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Trend Talk #5

So, I decided to get all of the hair trends done at once, so i’m posting the last (for now) Trend Talk about hair. I’ve always loved the Pompadour in all of it’s incarnations. Started by Madame de Pompadour and popularized by Elvis Presley, many people have adapted it for their own needs. Essentially, it’s a hairstyle that consists of an upraised bouffant at the front of the head. It has been recently nicknamed “The Poof” by Snooki of “Jersey Shore”, but when done right, can look incredible chic. Whether you keep the back straight, in a ponytail, or pin it all up, the Pompadour looks good on both men and women. Personally, I prefer it paired with shorter hair.

Adam Lambert

Alicia Keys

Shakira

Rihanna

Janelle Monae

Kimberly Wyatt of The Pussycat Dolls

Beyonce and Natalie Portman

Chrisette Michele

Ciara

Miley Cyrus

Gwen Stefani

Elly Jackson of La Roux

Khloe Kardashian

VV Brown

Trend Talk #4

Get off your high horse and on to this trend. It’s by no means new and has been around for sometime but I’ve yet to see any woman look wrong in this style that’s so definitely right. It’s the ponytail. Not any run-of-the-mill pony, but the high ponytail. Chic and sexy, strong and powerful, the high ponytail screams control. It showcases the gorgeous contours of the face and let’s the world see the details of the garment you’re wearing, while keeping hair away from the face. Now, when it comes to high ponytails, I’m very specific about which one I’m talking about today. What goes on in front is no consolation to me (although smooth is preferred), it’s all about the actual tail. It ought to be long and sleek. If it’s necessary, add some length to it, but keep it straight- no curl, no wave.

Gabrielle Union

Christina Aguilera

Ciara

Fergie

Gwyneth Paltrow

Jennifer Hudson

Kim Kardashian

Nicole Scherzinger (The Queen of the high ponytail)

Sandra Bullock

Jennifer Lopez

Tyra Banks

Lea Michele

And I LOVE her unique twist on the high ponytail by braiding it:

Blake Lively

Trend Talk #1

Everyone has that one trend they’re happy is hot again. For me, it’s short hair on women. I find that alot of girls rest on their long hair, as if having long tresses make them more attractive. They spend countless dollars on ratty extensions that are clearly not natural. For me, short hair represents sex appeal and confidence. It takes a strong women to be able to pull off short hair and when I say short, I mean SHORT! Now, many straight men would disagree since most like long hair, but what the hell do straight men know about fashion? Short hair gives women a light, easy look, while showing off the gorgeous contours of their faces. Maybe it’s my love of androgyny that makes me love this trend, but whatever it is, I hope it lasts a little bit longer. So you tell me, how do you feel about short hair on women?

from left: Halle Berry & Victoria Beckham

Selma Blair & Rihanna

Regina King & Pink

Natalie Portman & Keira Knightley

Ciara & Alyssa Milano

Katie Holmes & Sienna Miller