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My hair is probably as long as it has ever been (about bust-length), and while I love wearing it down and straight, often times when I go out at night I'll deck myself-out in bold accessories and tend to feel like if I wear my hair down it's a bit distracting from my outfit! I'm not into fussy up-dos so I'm all about a sleek ponytail (plus I get my hair cut with a razor so it has great texture at the ends which a ponytail shows-off). I've been a big fan of Redken's Iron Silk 07 since it came-out a few months ago -- it protects your hair from heat styling products, but it also speeds-up the process of getting your hair silky smooth. I just spray a little bit in my hair -- section by section -- as I'm straightening (don't put too much or your hair will get a bit stiff). When you're done straightening Kerastase has a new product called Double Force Controle Ultime which is a multi-protective finishing hair spray with a firm hold and protective UV shield that's a great final touch before heading-out. Plus it helps guard against humidity while remaining light and free of residue which is especially important now that it's starting to get a bit warmer out. The most important thing about a sleek ponytail however is for it to be frizz-free! Jump for some frizz control solutions!

Everyday chemical, environmental and thermal abuse can do a number on hair. The good news? Paul Mitchell Super Strong® Liquid Treatment™ helps tresses in distress by restoring lost nutrients and strengthening the cuticle to prevent breakage.

A daily spritz of the concentrated leave-in remedy prior to styling preps chemically-treated, damaged, weak or fine hair for the daily pressures so it stays looking its best. Independent clinical studies showed that after just one application, hair was up to 60% stronger and continued to strengthen after each repeat use.

I don't color my hair but my girlfriends who go every two weeks will definitely benefit from the Super Strong Liquid Treatment!

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I think Katie Holmes looks hot with her new long hair extensions (or is it a wig?). It's definitely more girly but her short hair had an edge to it that was very chic.  Maybe this is a wig and she can have her hair and eat it, too.

I was just contemplating a short bob wig last week when my friends told me I should cut my hair super short.  I had really short hair in my teens and again in my 20's (I cried for days after chopping off a foot of hair) and swore never to do it again.  But I'm tempted... I am itching for a change!

What do you think of the babe hair on Katie?  Snob or Slob?

Ted Gibson, the most expensive haircut in the country at $950, has even taken note of the economy. That's why he has launched his 'Recessionista Tuesdays' at his Fifth Avenue Salon--kicking off March 10th! Every Tuesday, anyone can come into the salon and the Ted Gibson team will offer haircuts, single color processing for $75 and blow-outs for $40. To celebrate his kick-off event, Ted is offering up a FREE HAIR MAKEOVER WORTH $950 to the winner of the raffle. Anyone can register by dropping off their business card or filling out a registration form between 10-12 AM at the salon this morning, March 10th.  This is the best bargain so go try it out! Check out Ted Gibson website here. Ted Gibson Salon Address: 184 5th avenue 2nd floor tel. 212-633-6333

As the awards season comes to an end we have a special giveaway for you. We are giving away this"Tour Tested Rockstar Approved" Rockaholic Collection from Tiji which was a party favor from the Grammy's. Goes to show that not only can you party like a rock star, but style like one too. This set includes the Livin' The Dream Sulfate-Free Shampoo + Eneregy that will bring the shine and strength to the wildest of locks. The Livin The Dream Daily Conditioner + Energy gives your strands a daily dose of green tea, goji berry, gotu kola and multi-minerals, it's like a multi-vitamin for your hair! The Rocktastic Hardcore Spray Gel supplies you with a hard hold that will keep your due in place. It also includes the Punk Out Molding Gunk which will seperate and add texture all while moisturizing.

Enter to win the Rockaholic Collection by answering the following: Who is this American Musician who took the Grammy for Best Solo Rock Vocal Performance? Please place your answer in the comments by Fri. March 6th by 11:59pm EST. One entry per person. Please make sure to use an active email address so that we can contact you when you win.

Fashion Week is not always about work; we take a lot of time pampering ourselves at the various fashion suites, too. The best suite of the week was at the Waldorf Astoria Towers-- not only were we greeted with bubbly and brunch (our yardstick of a good time is yummy champagne, so it wasn't Perrier Jouet but it was Vueve which is yummy and drinkable. Speaking of Perrier Jouet, my hubby proposed with a huge double magnum with keys to the Perrier Jouet chateau for our honeymoon!)-- we were given the movie star treatment by hair stylist Kevin Lee-- creative director of Kenneth Salon (Kenneth is the man who tended to both Marylin and Jackie O's locks!) located at the Waldorf Astoria. I've stayed here in the past and love it for its tradition and history but the newly renovated Waldorf Tower Suites are as hip and ritzy as hotels get.  Kevin is humble, sweet (and from our 'hood in LA!) and gave me the most incredible head of bedroom curls that no one (not even Orlando Pita) has ever been able to achieve before.  I read that Marylin Monroe went to see Kenneth everytime she was in NYC.  I think I will continue the tradition with Kevin.  If you are ever in NYC, call Kevin for a hair appointment-- you will not be disappointed!  Kenneth Salon (212) 752-1800, 301 Park Avenue.

The Neil Geroge salon is the current top A-lister salon in Beverly Hills with clients like Reese Witherspoon, Heidi Klum, Jennifer Lopez, Penelope Cruz and Paula Abdul. Since I have had a string of bad luck with my stylists either on constant maternity leave, traveling or moving, I decided to make an appointment with encouragement from my fabulous friend who used to fly in from London just to get her hair done by the good folks at Neil George (she lives in LA now!). With all this hoopla, I was expecting Neil to be your typical primadonna celebrity stylist but instead I was embraced by his total lack of pretense. He appreciates his high profile clientele but says he treats everyone the same, lucky for me I guess! Neil grew up in London's east end, a son of a modest working family (his dad is a cab driver). He took up hairdressing so he can learn a "trade" but it also encompassed his love and inclination to all things fashion. His technical talent was immediate but he attributes his success to his people skills. As soon as I sat down, I knew I had found my new stylist, plus he is the kind of guy I wanted to have a drink with. As a stylist, he knew what I wanted, what looks good on me and has the skills to make it so.

He is of course on top of trends but he warns up front that the most important thing to keep in mind is what looks good on an individual and to not pay too much attention to trends when it comes to hair. Bangs and the cropped bob are in but he reserves them only for the appropriate face. With the Oscars coming up, he says we will be seeing a lot of vintage sets like what you see on Mad Men. Curls tucked under and set (think, Dita von Teese). He gave me the brunette bombshell which made me instantly glamorous but the cut unstyled is the best I've had. There are lots of long layers with tons of movement but most importantly for me, it looks great straight out of the shower and air dried. Even when wet, you can see the swaying, texture and shape which is how you can tell you got a good cut. I am definitely going back to Neil. At $225, he is the best deal in his league by far. Neil George Salon on 9320 Civic Center Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.275.2808.

Photos from people.com
I was chatting with Mina Ferguson, the owner of one of my fave NYC boutiques Saada the other day and she gave me a great beauty secret! She told me that she was approaching a momentous birthday and that to freshen-up her look and cover-up some forehead wrinkles she decided to grow her bangs long. To begin with Mina looks young, but there's no denying that with the extra long bangs she now has an even more fun and vivacious vibe. Depending on the look you're going for I think long bangs go equally well with straight hair or with soft curls. The only drawback to long bangs is that you pretty much end-up having to cut your bangs every day. What do you think about long bangs?

If there's one thing I've learned from having been single on Valentine's Day/having inept boyfriends in the past is that if there's no one to indulge you, you have to indulge yourself. Why not take this excuse to treat yourself like Bag Snob Kelly pointed-out over on Bag Snob! Start your day with The Botanical Express treatment ($120) at Phyto Universe . The treatment includes an invigorating shampoo, deep conditioning, and styling and in celebration of Valentine's day -- on February 14 -- Phyto Universe is offering complementary cocktails and complimentary makeup sessions. Each treatment takes place in a private treatment cabin and all their products are formulated with pure plant extracts, essential oils, and aromatic botanicals.

Next get your nails done or just pick-up some fun colors from essie!--

• Try Limo-Scene or Vanity Fairest for an enchanting night in with your loved one.
  

• Try After Sex or Fishnet Stockings for a swanky candlelight dinner for two.
  

• Try Bordeaux or Decadent Diva for a singles night out on the town.

Top off your beauty indulgence with some decadent chocolates! If you're like me and likely to eat a whole box of chocolates if it's placed in front of you, play it safe and go with a 4-piece Teuscher Champagne Truffle box or snap yourself a box of Richard Chocolates -- I just got these as a dinner party gift and the flavors which include ginger, curry, basil, and other exotic ones satisfied my chocolate craving without making me want to eat the whole box -- plus the flavors, meant for indulging in "the art of tasting," are definitely memorable:)

 
Photos from Instyle.com -- from left Rihanna, Katie Holmes, Selma Blair

I love that so many celebs are going bold with short hair! I'm even more into this look now that I've looked at pictures from the Giorgio Armani Prive show where a few of the models came-out wearing these wonderfully sculpted black cropped wigs! I could never pull this look off myself because my hair is naturally frizzy and when it's short -- which it was when I was younger -- it takes way too much maintenance. These ladies however rock it! Selma Blaire and Katie Holmes are my fave -- Katie because I think short hair is the best possible complement to her angular face and Selma because she has such a sweet innocence about her that looks great with her tomboy-esque cut. Rihanna is gorgeous, but I don't think that this particular short crop is her best. I wish there was just a little bit more hair on the side of her face! Who do you think pulls off cropped hair best?