So if you haven't heard, Kate Gosselin has abandoned her trademark 'do and is now sporting extensions and side-swept bangs. Personally, I think any new look would be a big improvement for Gosselin, that old hairstyle was pretty awful (don't you agree?).

Of course, she isn't the only celebrity to ever re-invent her look. Plenty of other stars -- like these ones, for example -- have used hair and makeup to get a "do-over" on their reputation. I think this example has to be my favorite, check out how Queen Latifah went from hip-hop tomboy to full-on glamour girl here.

Are you looking to update your look too? While extensions can be pricey at a salon, you can do them yourself at home with help from this video how-to. But there are also tons of other ways to spice-up your look:

Try giving yourself bangs, this video will show you how.

Or at-home hair color can completely change your look in less than half an hour -- just be sure to check out these tips before you take the plunge.

For 11 more quick ways to update your look, check out these celeb inspirations.

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