It's that time of year when the days get shorter, the temperatures get cooler, and our wardrobe gets darker. And although the status quo preaches that we should trade in our blonde highlights for more maintainable hues of chestnut, chocolate and caramel, blonde hair colors like gold, honey and ice are having a moment.
Say sayonara to styling wands, curling irons and beach wavers. We've scoured the web for the most crave-worthy straight hairstyles that will keep you inspired all season long -- no matter the color, length, or texture of your hair. From short and sweet to long and layered, keep scrolling for the straight hairstyles that are "Becky with the good hair" good.
Not sure how to Dutch braid? Buckle up, my friends. You're about to learn.
Dutch braids, a cousin of the French braid, have been around forever. They are the perfect hairstyle when you want your hair out of your face, while looking timeless and a bit edgy. Double Dutch braids, also known as boxer braids, have been making a major impact lately, thanks the Kardashian clan. Khloe, Kim and Kylie are often spotted rocking the dual-braided 'do. A Dutch Braid is basically an inverted French Braid; the three strands of hair are woven under each other instead of over -- resulting in the braid sitting on top of the hair instead of being woven into it. These versatile braids look ultra-chic in the gym, at brunch, or on the red carpet.
Edgy, sexy and pretty much the hottest thing since avocado toast, Ruby Rose is everyone's #WCW (straight or not). And while this female badass slays in all areas of beauty, we're particularly captivated by Ruby Rose's hair &mdaash; which has made some dramatic transformations over the years.
With everyone talking about how much fun blondes have, brunette hair can feel comparatively boring. But don't let your brunette hair color get you down. There are plenty of ways to rock darker styles while having a blast and staying true to your brunette roots (literally and figuratively).
If the thought of silver hair conjures up images of grandma, think again. The grey hair trend is popping up everywhere — looking fresh, cool and sexy as hell. Proof? Just look to your Instagram feed, where there's no shortage of silver hair inspiration, from ombre grey to shades of purple. Here's the thing, though: If you thought platinum blonde was tough to maintain, get ready for a dose of reality. Grey hair color is even trickier to get — and keep — right. For one, any hint of brassiness will kill the look. Secondly, professional hair color lines don't make grey hair dye. So your colorist has to mix the exact color you want by hand. So if you want to dye your hair an amazing platinum silver, make sure you go to someone who's done it before — and bring pictures. Lots of pictures. Lucky for you, we just happen to have a whole slew of them for your perusing.
"Should I get bangs?" It's a seemingly innocent question. But when it crosses your mind, it's liable to send you into a Pinterest wormhole of bang inspiration -- and subsequent indecision. Because, while bangs have the power to transform a hairstyle into a look, they admittedly aren't for everybody.
New year, new 'do, right? As 2016 comes to a close, you might be considering switching things up, hairstyle-wise. What should your next look be, though? Well, luckily, lots of celebrities happened to rock some amazing hairstyles in 2016 that you should definitely use as inspiration during your next salon appointment.
The holidays have always been an excuse to get all decked out -- whether it's wearing your most sparkly dress or (finally) mustering up the courage to wear a bold crimson lip color. And when it comes to holiday hair, nothing puts you into a festive holiday spirit like an adorable new party hairstyle.
There's no shortage of haircut ideas on the internet. Every week, another cool-girl celeb sports a game-changing new hairstyle on Instagram. But the haircut that works for J. Law might not look quite as cute on you — and that's OK, so long as you hold no illusions about it. Of course, finding the best haircut for your face shape is easier said than done — and it's a process that takes a few painful missteps before getting it right.
When it comes to cute short haircuts, it can feel like pixies are your only option. That's certainly not the case, though. Not all short cute haircuts require going full Mia Farrow with a gaminesque close-crop. No, it turns out there are so many other flattering ways to flaunt short hair, from layered shaggy bobs paired with long bangs, to ultra-hip undercuts.
A salon hair blowout is a beauty indulgence for which a certain subset of women will eagerly fork over $50. (Exhibit A: Drybar's 67 locations.) Maybe it's because getting a blowout from a professional is worth avoiding an arm workout that rivals planks. More likely, it's because doing a salon-quality blowout requires a combination of commitment, expertise and execution that's crazy-hard to master.
Is it just us, or have hair color trends been extra cool lately? From lavender hair dye to oil slick rainbow hair, there sure has been a lot of artful innovation going on in the colorist's chair over the past few years. Thanks in part to the one and only Kylie Jenner, the newest color trend is officially here — and it's called rose gold hair.
While I've never truly subscribed to the idea that blondes have more fun, they do have infinitely more options when it comes to rainbow hair color trends. From dreamy pastels to galaxy-inspired ombre, these colors were designed for people with flaxen hair. But now there's a rainbow hair color trend just for brunettes that doesn't require bleaching.
If spring is the season of new life and resurrection, then fall is the season of reinvention. Remember when all it took was a bang trim, a new backpack and a killer back-to-school outfit to feel like a completely new woman? (Never mind that you were 11.)
TBH, we always figured that women who changed their hair color with the seasons just really had their you-know-what together. Due to fear of change, forgetfulness, or sheer laziness, we've gone through more than a few seasons with the same old 'do -- and we bet you have, too. But we're here to tell you that getting a fall-appropriate hair color is easier, faster and so much less drastic (or permanent) than you might think.
Between her busy schedule as a runway model and her contract with Estee Lauder, there have been a lot of great Kendall Jenner makeup looks throughout the years -- after all, she's donned everything from perfectly lined red lips to rainbow eye shadow during her time in the spotlight.
Changing weather (hello, fall) means it's time to tweak your beauty routine. Fortunately, there are some amazing new beauty products to buy this October, which means revamping your daily beauty checklist has never been easier -- or more fun. Whether you're battling acne or looking to calm dry, irritated skin, there's a new beauty product for you to try. Prices run the gamut this month -- from splurge to drugstore bargain -- so there really is something for everyone.
Bobby pin hairstyles are the best thing to happen to lazy girls since dry shampoo. The humble hair accessory can instantly transform a dull 'do, and most of the time it costs less than a latte (unless you like pins fancy, girl).
