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If your closet is filled with tons of black dresses or the same style of pants, it's time to shake things up a little. Here's how to revamp your wardrobe
60 Seconds to Getting Gorgeous
Short on time? These top 10 tips will help you look your best in a minute flat
We went to the makeup artists and hairstylists who get the biggest celebrities ready for their close-ups, and we asked for advice on how to deal with some of the most common beauty predicaments
I love makeup tools. From my favorite classics to the new releases to flash-in-the-pan beauty gimmicks, I've tried them all. In the midst of all that, I have favorites that I always recommend. They're portable, free, mistake-proof and handy
Mood Makeup: Can Cosmetics Influence the Brain?
Beauty products are designed to make us feel better about ourselves. In a growing trend, cosmetics companies are boasting that their products can latch onto brain receptors and alter our moods
Simple Steps to Beautiful Holiday Hair
Need a dazzling party look for the holidays? These three hairstyles will have you turning heads.
Hair, Makeup and Nail Trends for 2012
Now is the perfect time to start updating your makeup and hair for the new year and beyond. Early planning means taking advantage of holiday palettes that will get you more blush for your buck. From the reverse French manicure, to a more natural eyebrow, to the perfect red lip for your skin tone, here's what to try, tweak and toss
Curious about how to dress for the boardroom during the dog days of summer? Here are the do's and don'ts of summer work style.
What to Pack for a Weekend Getaway
Whether you're headed off to the beach, into the mountains or over to the big city, let our handy cheat sheet help you pack for any weekend getaway
Figuring out what to wear to the office every morning can be a time-consuming and frustrating routine. Here's tips on makeup, hair and fashion that keep you looking both sexy and professional in the office
How to Shop Online Flash Sales
Online sample sales let you build the wardrobe of your dreams for far less money and effort than going to the mall. But with millions of shoppers competing for the same discounts, it's a competitive sport. Here's how to get the winning edge
From the It Bag to the Do-it-your-way Bag
Flashy designer logos and brand-name insignias are so pre-recession. The fashionable handbag of today is hand-tooled, handmade or one of a kind
You don't have to be super skinny or super young to get a leg up on these clingy, disco-inspired pants from the '80s
The Ultimate Guide to Cool Winter Coats
To help you transition from the first cold snap through the last tenacious snowflake, here are the top five men's winter coat trends for fall and winter 2011 - 2012
Top Trends Seen at Spring 2012 Fashion Week
Another season of New York Fashion Week has just wrapped up, and with the discarded gift bags and empty champagne flutes comes a new crop of must-have trends
The Well-balanced Fashion Diet
Should we be on a 'style' diet? The more I think about it, the more correlations I see between healthful eating and great style. Our relationships with food and fashion seem to be amazingly aligned! Consider the following
While there are certain products that must be applied in front of a mirror in order to not scare small children, I have discovered alternatives to them that are easy to apply on the go
Summer may be nearly over, but your glow doesn't have to end. In fact, there are ways to keep your self-tan looking natural and streak-free
Celebrity Hair Trend: Granny Buns
Most frequently seen on cartoon drawings of knitting grandmas, supersized chignons have recently become a celebrity hair trend -- and with good reason.
It used to be that having hair past your shoulders was the province of teenagers and hippies. But now, celebs -- in their teens on up to their 40s -- are wearing their hair ultra-long, almost to their waists
The paradox of achieving breezy summer hair is that the hotter it gets, the more seemingly unattractive rituals we're expected to perform on our locks
Makeup for Every Summer Occasion
You can still look polished and pretty for picnics, weddings or beach volleyball with minimal makeup. Here are three light looks to try throughout all of your fun summer events
Hassle-free Haircuts for Busy Moms
These days, everyone seems to be looking to celebrities for hairstyle cues and new ideas for cuts. The problem is that those hairstyles don't always translate from Hollywood to hometown. Instead of Hollywood hair, what you need is a haircut that fits your life
There's a new crop of beauty trends that may seem super-chic in the pages of Vogue, but to men they're completely confusing
How to Pick the Perfect Pair of Eyeglasses
Choosing the perfect pair of eyeglasses doesn't have to be an endless game of trial and error at your local eyewear shop. Here's some guidelines to help narrow down your search
Bored of your same old brown but don't want to make a major change like going platinum blond? There are plenty of ways to bring back the life and shine of your color without making a drastic change. Whether you want to brighten, deepen or just add more vibrance, here are tips and tricks for the best results
Used to be that a middle part was synonymous solely with flower children and bookish nerds, but straight and center is making a comeback these days
Change Your Hair Color - Change Your Makeup
Whether you switched from blond to brunette, vice versa or over to red, anytime you make a dramatic hair color change, your makeup needs a makeover too. Read on for tips on how to look gorgeous with any hair color
This year more than ever, the uncontrived look is in. You'll notice runway up-styles are leaving a little fuzz around the hairline rather than, say, a sleek and glossy bun
Whether you're wearing your hair loose and tousled, sleek and smooth or in an updo, nothing ruins the look of your hairstyle like split ends
Want to emulate that perfect blowout your stylist did yesterday? The secret to salon-perfect hair is in your hands. Here is a step-by-step guide to getting sleek, polished tresses on your own
If you're looking to change it up or you get a little shy around ruby reds, swipe on a bright-pink lipstick for size
5 Top Tips From Hollywood Makeup Artists
From shimmer on your shins to concealer over your lips, here are the secrets to getting red-carpet gorgeous from top makeup artists
Personal Style Versus Runway Fashion
Just because a new look rocked the runway doesn't mean it'll do anything for you. Here, we draw the fine line between runway fashion and personal style by showcasing five fall trends worth trying -- and five to skip altogether
Best Sunglasses to Match Your Face
When it comes to shades, don't be a slave to fashion -- let the shape of your mug be your master. Here's how
Jeans may be the most-worn item in your closet, but the right dress can be your most valuable wardrobe essential. Check out advice from fashion experts and learn how to find the best dress style for your body shape
Jeans Alert: Wide-legged Denim Is In
Thankfully, designers are now offering up a more forgiving style: a wide-legged jean that sits higher on the waist and is cut to one circumference all the way down
Top 10 Summer Style Do's and Don'ts
Want your look to pop this summer? Follow this list of summer style do's and don'ts for a breezy, sun-sational look
I recently saw a photo of the star sporting sparkly rainbow nail art and felt the same mesmerizing delight I experienced as a little girl looking through a prism for the first time
What most people don't realize is that celebrities deal with the same skin issues we do -- acne, wrinkles, fine lines, sun damage and discoloration. The solutions are easy; it's just a matter of understanding your skin and knowing the options available
Longer eyelashes can make your eyes pop, help you look more rested and awake and erase the years. Try these tips to amp up your own fringe
To get a summer glow any time of year, switch to lighter, creamier textures.
Bad hair days can drive you to distraction -- or at the very least, to the nearest hat department. We went to celeb stylists for advice on dealing with some of the peskiest problems. Here are their top tips on how to rehab your locks
Say Hello Again to the Hawaiian Shirt
The Aloha shirt is back just in time for the new season of 'Hawaii Five-0.' But before you begin rummaging through your closet for your dad’s 'Magnum PI' line of fine menswear, you should know that Hawaiian shirts have undergone a major image makeover
5 Ways to Tell a Friend She Needs a Makeover
Employ these diplomatic nudges that can steer your best friend towards gorgeousness and away from the body glitter
With all that outdoor play under the midday sun, tennis takes a toll not only on elbows and knees, but also on skin and hair. Today's younger players in the Women's Tennis Association seem to be learning from the creased faces and fried hair of their older teammates. So we asked the players to share a few beauty tips
A growing number of fashion-forward companies have begun using sustainable materials and new technologies. Here are the essential items that every man must own to live a comfortable, well-dressed life -- and all of them are made in a manner that is safe for the environment
I'm not sure about you, but when summer hits, I find myself making more impulse buys than any other time of the year. Here's my advice for avoiding repetitive shopping habits
They will not only add a dash of chic to any daytime outfit -- making even last year's wardrobe look fresh -- but also protect your skin and hair from the scorching sun
Summer Hair Trend: Carefree Part
Among the joys of summer are longer days, popsicles and a loose, playful attitude that carries over everywhere -- from your wardrobe to your toenail polish to your hair. And nothing says summer like hair that is a touch wild, though never unkept
Summer Hair Trend: Sun-kissed Highlights
As we roll into summer, it's time to rev up your workouts to get bikini-ready, pick up a new bottle of self-tanner, and schedule a date to work on those beachy highlights. But what can you do with your hair to look fresh for summer 2011 if your calendar doesn't allow for hours at the shore?
Whether you're straightening your curls, adding extensions or cutting brand-new bangs, you'll need a few tweaks to your eyes, lips and cheeks. Star makeup artists share their easy-to-follow advice (no makeup bag overhaul needed!) on how to complement six common hair changes
Here's fast and easy fixes to some common summer beauty problems
What to Do With an Over-groomed Man
Every revolution has its downside. The metrosexual insurgency meant that men now had two eyebrows and jeans that actually fit. Unfortunately, some guys took the metro look a little too far, leaving us girls to deal with the dreaded over-groomed man
Choosing a New Summer Fragrance
As you tweak your wardrobe for summer, think about updating your fragrance too. Just as linen feels cool against your skin on a steamy day, so does a spritz of a fresh light scent
Three Essential Tips for Managing Your Curly Hair
Understanding why your curls do what they do can help lead you to a breakthrough in dealing with your moody tresses. The right products can go a long way in getting these independent little rebels to stick together. Here are your three best tips for achieving alignment
Braids are showing no sign of stopping in their popularity. A-listers have been sporting every style -- from side braids, to milkmaid braids, to cornrow braids. Mix it up with these three new styles I predict will be hot this upcoming summer
Latest Celebrity Short Haircuts
Shorter hair is not only cooler and easier to maintain during the sweltering summer months, but also right on trend this season
Forget about Botox or plastic surgery. If you're looking for a quick fix for your face, try a new haircut to complement your face shape
Like it or not, it happens every summer. Perhaps our warmer-climate sisters may not feel it as much as us colder-climate ladies; however, swimsuit season appears, rain or shine. And the search for the perfect bathing costume has us facing thousands -- yes, that many -- selections of styles in the stores
The '70s are back, and they're sticking around a little longer than we might have predicted. As always, hair follows fashion, and with the runways spinning out lots of boho chic and hippie-inspired looks, we're seeing the summer hair scene mimicking the free-spirited decade
Today, in addition to bronzing powders, you're presented with the choice of bronzer/blush duos, creams, gels and sticks. It can be downright confusing! Here's how to get the best faux bronze -- without ever looking like Snooki's long-lost, overly tanned cousin
Look Younger With the Right Hair Color
It's supposed to be our crowning glory, but as we get older, maintaining our hair can become an unwelcome beauty task. If you are feeling a bit dethroned, Charla Krupp -- bestselling author of How Not to Look Old and How to Never Look Fat Again -- offers her tips for gaining back gorgeous locks
Summer Hair Color Trend Report
Changing your hair color with the seasons is as natural as swapping your boots for flip-flops. This summer, no matter what color your hair is, the overall trend is to go softer. Redheads, blondes and brunettes take note
Michelle Obama's Hair Secrets Unclassified
Topping off every polished look Michelle Obama sports is a gleaming crown of carefully coifed hair. Because textured hair tends to be dry, it’s imperative that African-American women follow these healthy hair guidelines
What's better than finding a beauty product that makes you look fantastic? One that makes the world a better place at the same time. Here, products that will help you look glamorous and feel good about your purchase
Most of us have a pretty good idea which foods we should eat to make us healthy on the inside (even if we don't always eat them). But what if your insides are working pretty good, and you'd like to focus a bit more on the outside? So savor these top diet recommendations for gorgeous hair, teeth, skin and eyes
Makeup Trend: Creative Cat Eyes
From Diane Von Furstenberg, to Vivienne Tam, to Derek Lam, cat eyes stole the show on this season's spring 2011 fashion runways.
Spring Fashion Style for Every Occasion
You have your co-worker's wedding, your little brother's college graduation and that Memorial Day beach barbecue -- and that's all in one week! When your schedule is more packed than the cathedral during the royal wedding, it can be hard to carve out the time to find the perfect outfit to wear to each
OK, so you blew your last paycheck on mile-high leather boots and the one before that on designer pumps. But who can blame you when they look so fabulous? The important next step is caring for them properly. Follow these tips to keep them complementing you for years to come
How to Tie a Scarf in Your Hair
Pair Spring Pastels With Sheer Makeup
How to Store Your Winter Wardrobe
How to Get Kate Middleton's Style
Curly-haired Ladies: How to Get out of a Hair Rut
Marilyn Monroe-inspired Hairstyles
Find the Right Conditioner for Your Hair
The Ultimate Guide to Looking Cool in Khaki
4 Staples for Sizzling Summer Style
Are You Using the Right Soap for Your Skin?
Shortcuts to a Bright and White Smile
4 Beauty Products to Keep in Your Summer Makeup Bag
The Hottest Nail Colors This Season
Six Tips for Sporting Denim This Spring
Simple Ways to Spring-clean Your Closet
Make Over Your Spring Skin Care
Hair Styles: 1920s-inspired Waves
Hair Color Trend: Brunettes Are Back
Make Over Your Hair and Makeup for Spring
Hair Products: Do You Need His-and-hers?
How to Wear Spring's Pastel Makeup
Express Beauty: Get Gorgeous in No Time
Get a Short Hairdo -- or Try One Virtually
Four Steps to a New Spring Look
Celebrity Hair Comeback: The Farrah Flip
Celebrity Style: Best Oscar Hair
Kate Middleton: Royal Wedding Beauty
Mix-and-match Your Wardrobe for Spring
Switch up Your Hair Care Routine
Find the Right Conditioner for Your Hair
New Bang Trend: Center-parted Bangs
Simple Ways to Touch up Hair and Makeup
Top Hair and Beauty Trends From the Oscars
How to Get Gorgeous as You Sleep
Hair and Makeup Trends: New York Fall Fashion Week
Get a Natural-looking Faux Tan
The Best Hair and Beauty Trends From the Grammys
Create Flawless Skin With Concealer
New York Fashion Week Makeup Forecast
Add Color to Your Winter-weather Wardrobe
Celebrity Hair Trend: Fake-out Hairstyles
The Most Painless Way to Grow Out a Layered Bob
Celebrity Makeup for the Oscars
Simple Steps for Healthy Skin and Hair
Top Hairstyles to Do With a Curling Iron
The Latest Gel Products and Tactics for Men
Stylish New Twists to the Classic Shirt-and-tie Look
Elements of the Right Hairstylist
Braided Updos Seen on Celebrities
Simple Solutions for Winter Hat-hair
Instant Hair and Makeup Makeover
Put a Brake on Blond Hair Color
Easy Solutions for Dry Winter Skin
Post-party Rejuvenation Tricks
Step It up: Handmade Leather Shoes
Men's Shoes With High Style at Low Temperatures
Grooming Tips He Can Learn From You
How to Preserve Your Party Hair
Celebrity Hair Trend: Grecian Updos
Shopping Strategies for the Perfect Closet
Holiday Fashions for Every Occasion
Solving Your Most Common Fashion Mistakes
Healthy Hair Tips from the Inside-out
How do I pick the right shade of at-home hair color?
Avoid Bad Hair Days This Winter