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Celebs like Scarlett Johansson, Naomi Watts, and Emma Watson are taking it off this Fall.

Going with shorter styles, these fabulous ladies are showing a bolder side with shorter lengths.

Come see any of our talented stylists to get this stunning look.

When men begin to see their thick mane of hair thin down, it can be a traumatic experience. A survey of more than 500 participants revealed that 24% equated losing their hair to losing a limb.

As hair changes, styling methods must also adapt. Here are some suggestions to add depth to a man's thinning hair:

• Blow dry hair. This will make hair look fuller and less sparse. You'll see an immediate change in the hair’s appearance. Even five minutes of hot air will make a difference.

• Stay far, far away from products that produce sheen. Ditch waxes and silicone based styling aids. Go with matte products.

For women, it’s a different story.

• Go for one length hair cuts instead of layered looks. This will make hair appear more dense.

• Get some highlights and lowlights in order to provide depth and contrast.

Looking to spruce up your ho-hum bob? Check out Scarlett Johansson's freshly snipped style, a jagged, mid-length bob.

Get the look:

1. Allow the hair's natural movement to help air-dry your hair.
2. Create some wave. If your have naturally wavy texture, work with it. For straighter hair like Scarlett’s, use a product like Bumble & Bumble Surf Spray. Spray at the root and through the hair shaft for volume, lift, and texture.
3. If you want more curl, like Scar Jo, use a curling iron on the mid-shaft of the hair, leaving the ends out. The key is to keep some degree of straightness, but add enough movement to make the style fresh and modern.

Redheads are hot this fall!

Whether it's Rihanna's Fire engine red or Florence Welch's deep red - it's clear that red is on top this season.

Evan Rachel Wood's beautiful color shined at the VMAs with "Old Hollywood" classic beauty. Her dark red hair was styled with a deep side part and long rippling waves tucked behind the ear on one side. The rock and roll look came with black eyeliner, over-the-knee black boots and an asymmetrical dark dress.

If you think you can't pull off a sultry red, one of our Cottonwood professionals will find the right hue for your skin color. Professionally done color can be absolutely stunning and radiant when done right.

"You can give a stylist the same paints that Van Gogh used, but they won't be able to paint like Van Gogh."

This holds true for hair color. A professional colorist makes sure they're using the best color available and it's being applied it in such a way that only a colorist can.

Our stylists create a color that is an experience for the client - beyond what they can achieve in their home. Box color will give you a generic color, while a stylist will formulate a color that's specific to your individual needs and wishes. It's all about customization.

In addition, it’s important to have the right products at home and maintain the color on a daily basis. Bumble and Bumble's Color Support Shampoos keep hair color looking beautiful.

These are the keys to achieving a gorgeous hair color that will last much longer than your average out-of-the-box color.

Looking for the perfect, sophisticated style for special evening? This elegant bun has an added touch that makes it perfect for any occasion.

1. Dampen dry hair and run mousse through the roots and length of the hair.

2. Part hair down the middle and tie back into two low, tight ponytails. Twist ponytails tight in preparation for a low figure-eight bun.

3. While holding one ponytail out straight, wrap the other one around it in a figure eight. Pin hair as necessary to secure into place.

4. Wrap the other ponytail around the figure eight bun that is pinned in place. Secure hair as necessary.

5. Finish with hairspray to hold the bun in place.

To get that added professional touch, schedule an appointment with your favorite Cottonwood stylist to create the look for you.

Check out this gorgeous, sophisticated blonde color. If you're considering going light, opt for a for a richer, more natural blonde that's sophisticated and adult.

Consult your favorite Cottonwood stylist about this gorgeous color to see if it's right for you.

Tailored haircuts are setting the tone for men this fall. Guys around the world will be cleaning up this season, rocking cuts with natural movement, a little bit of texture and a lot of attitude.

Haircuts are staying very clean with an emphasis on short, tailored lines. Classic side partings, tapered hairlines and natural, soft movement are key characteristics of this fall’s manliest styles. Get your cutting cues from Joaquin Phoenix, George Clooney, or even Jesse Metcalf.

Clean, natural color is the perfect complement to all of these smartened-up looks. Also, use molding products that are more on the matte side rather than ones that are shiny or greasy to maintain your natural look.

Carey Mulligan and Keira Knightley recently showed just how beautiful bedhead can look. No matter the length, choppy crops are not just a Brooklyn hipster way of life. They are becoming quite the norm, especially on the red carpet.

The look is fresh, whimsical and has just the right amount of edge and angst. It never appears overdone, or underdone for that matter.

Get the look: Rub a small amount of Bumble and Bumble's Brilliantine through palms and fingers and apply on damp hair from roots to ends. Remember to really work that product into the roots to slightly mimic a “dirty” look and allow the product to anchor those tousled strands. Loosely blow-dry lengths while raking hair with fingers. You may want to consider utilizing a diffuser. Once dry, use a curling iron or wand to form curls, winding from top of hair to ends. Spray hair with Bumble's Hold Spray for all-day hold.

Most recently appearing on the cover of Nylon magazine, Szohr rocked a loose, glam 'do created by NYC salon owner and celebrity hairstylist, Ruth Roche. It's part rock star and part starlet, and all gorgeous and glossy. Here's how she did it.

Get the look:

1. Mist Bumble and Bumble Tonic on damp hair and apply Bb Leave-in (Rinse-Out) Conditioner.

2. Apply Bb Surf Spray all over. Blow dry with a round brush.

3. Once finished, add shine and texture by working Bb Grooming Creme from mid-shaft to ends, twisting the hair as you go.

4. Apply Bb Brilliantine, tousle, and voila! Sexy, beachy hair!

This classy bob is the perfect cut to replace those wavy, surf blown looks of summer's shorter styles. The cut features clean lines and a modern finish.

The sleek look is refined and ideal for those interested in updating their look for the holidays. For a fresh look, try this sophisticated cut that screams glam.

Nothing says glamor like a spill of loose waves with a glossy finish - that’s exactly what actress Alison Brie sported on the red carpet at the 2010 Emmy Awards.

Get the look:

1. Apply Bumble and Bumble Curl Conscious Mousse, working it in section by section.
2. Next, using a medium-barrel curling iron to curl hair in sections.
3. Once sections have cooled, turn head upside down to loosen waves. While upside down, shake hair and spray with Bb Does It All Styling Spray to give it a smooth finish.
4. Finish with Bb Spray De Mode for shine.

Check out pop singer Ashlee Simpson-Wentz's new look - a platinum blonde pixie cut, inspired by Emma's Watson's bold cropped look. She's been known for sporting gutsy looks including black, brown and red shades. But, tell us what you think about Ashlee’s hot blonde in the comments below!

If you struggle to get your long, fine, curly hair into a more manageable condition, this recipe from Bumble and Bumble is perfect for you:

• Prepare hair with Bb Tonic.
• Apply Bb Styling Lotion from roots to ends.
• Blow dry with a round brush.
• Apply Bb Surf Spray throughout hair and style with hands.
• Mist with Bb Hair Powder throughout for volume, texture and a matte finish.

All products are available from Cottonwood. For styling help, schedule an appointment with your favorite stylist.

If your medium length, fine to medium, wavy or curly hair is unruly, experiment with this product cocktail from Bumble and Bumble:

• Layer Prep & Styling Lotion from roots to ends.
• Blow dry with a flat brush.
• Apply Does it All from roots to ends, section by section & flat iron.
• Apply Brilliantine to ends to separate & add polish.

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Try these hairstyle secrets to crank up your hair’s shine factor so high you’ll practically need sunglasses!

Know how often you should shampoo. Wash every other day if you have thick hair that doesn’t get too oily. Suds up your locks everyday if your hair is finer and gets oily more quickly. A blast of cool water at the end of your shower will help close off hair follicles to seal in the shine-makers from your shampoo.

Shine Products Use a moisturizing hair mask like Bumble's Creme de Coco or Curl Conscious Masque once a week will help glossify your hair.

Clarify. All those hairsprays, gels and hair creams have a habit of gunking up. Clarifying shampoos might sound like the perfect solution, but you risk stripping away the healthy, natural oils along with the gunk. Instead, use this gentle DIY recipe once a week to remove buildup: Add a few ounces of apple cider vinegar to your shampoo, then follow up with a moisturizing conditioner. The cider helps break down residue so natural luster can dig back to the surface.

Heat-proof Your Hair Spritz your hair with a thermal spray before you fire up the hot tools. It’ll protect hair from the heat and add a little gleam.

Invest in a Good Hair Brush A paddle brush with a mix of natural boar and nylon bristles promotes shiny hair.

Get a Sleek Cut Keep layers to a minimum. One-length haircuts with a bit of a frame around the face refract light evenly and beautifully. For curly haired ladies, blow-dry hair with a diffuser, then use a curling iron to help keep rogue curls from jutting off in different directions.

Keep Ends Tidy You MUST go for a trim trip every six to eight weeks for healthy hair. By keeping split ends at bay, you’ll prevent breakage from reaching the roots. A little trim goes a long way to help you and your hair shine!

Whatever you have going on this fall, here's a lazy-but-cute hair idea for ya. Perfect for a little apple picking day or a night on the town with the ladies.

Get the Look:

Wrap sections of hair around a 1.5" or 2" curling iron. Some pieces will bend outward and inward a little wonkily - which is great because it gives this style a quirky home-done look.

The trick to keeping these waves looking sexy but laid-back is to start curling the hair around eyebrow-level, or about 1/3 of the way down the hair, leaving your roots smooth. This gives a kind of slept-on effect and prevents you from going too poufy or fake-wavy. Try not to use the clamp on the curling iron. Just grab sections and wrap them around the iron and hold the hair there for a few seconds, being extra careful not to burn your fingertips.

In her second time as co-host of the Country Music Association Awards, country darling Carrie Underwood had to be a quick-change artist—she rocked eight different outfits that night during her appearances on stage!

Her hair (and her hemlines) went up and down...all beautifully created and controlled with Bumble and Bumble flawless products!

America has the Grammys and the VMAs, but across the pond, music’s biggest night is the MTV European Music Awards. And Saturday night in Madrid, the hottest stars in the biz showed up on the EMA red carpet looking every bit the unique artists that they are. While there were definitely some major “what was she thinking?!” moments, there were also some surprising standouts. We were glad to see that Katy Perry ditched the electric blue wig and instead paired her bedazzled Jeremy Scott frock with a slicked and sleek top knot/ponytail combo and tame makeup. Her gal pal Rihanna also hit a red carpet home run. The pop star looked absolutely stunning in a cream ruffled gown with her red locks pulled into a modern beehive with sweeping bangs. She completed her ensemble with peach eye shadow, baby pink lipstick and deep burgundy fingertips. We also gave booty-shaking songbird Shakira’s style two enthusiastic thumbs up. The EMA opening entertainer complemented her metallic mini and black pumps with equally rockin’ locks. Her blonde strands were left loose, tousled and styled into a middle part for a carefree-yet-put-together look. Clean, matte makeup completed her red carpet getup.

THE TREND: Short hair and high buns. WHO LOVES IT: Jacqueline Bush, celebrity stylist, Exclusive Artists Management You’ve seen these looks on: Ashlee Simpson, Emma Watson and Janet Jackson (short hair) and Jessica Alba and Sienna Miller (high bun) “I love Emma’s adorable pixie, Janet’s new short hair and Ashlee’s fresh ‘do,” says Jacqueline. “And the high bun is a great styling option for women with long hair.” Tips for recreating: The best short cuts are done with a razored texture, and each of these short cuts have round layering. Don’t forget to texturize heavily. “That makes the difference between fresh and modern and ‘soccer mom,’” says Jacqueline. The high bun works best on long hair. First, prep wet strands with René Furterer Vegetal Sculpting Gel then blow dry for volume and bounce. Create a center part then tease the hair at the crown. Leaving a few pieces out around the face, brush hair up into a high ponytail. “It’s okay if the ponytail is not perfect,” she notes. “A slightly undone finish is what makes the look more modern.” The trick to the look is to pin a hair extension “doughnut” at the base of the pony then wrap the pony around the doughnut and pin for added volume and shape. Finish with a small bit of shine pomade and holding spray.

Sebastian Professional Stylist Design Team Member Thomas Dunkin recently had the pleasure of styling “Morning Glory” leading lady, Rachel McAdams, when the cast came together at the Ziegfeld Theatre in New York City to celebrate the movie’s premiere. After collaborating with the makeup artist and wardrobe stylist on Rachel’s final look, Thomas chose to craft a sexy, voluminous coif with a punch of rock star glam as an unexpected and unpredictable anecdote to the star’s gray strapless dress.

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Agyness Deyn...the hottest new thing to hit the catwalk works well-kohled eyes and punky platinum locks to perfection.

She swears by Bumble and bumble Bb "DEEEP" - the ultimate treatment for over-rocked, chemically-dependant hair and colour junkies!

Drew goes for ‘the bigger the better'....and knows that nobody does volume like Bumble!

Go disco: Bumble and Bumble THICKENING SPRAY will mega-inject the power into party hair!

Angelina LOVES Aveda’s SMOOTH INFUSION Shampoo & Conditioner. They smell good and are super-gentle on your hair.

Aveda Smooth Infusion Shampoo is a daily cleansing shampoo that smooths and softens hair up to 60%!

Other benefits using Aveda Smooth Infusion Shampoo & Conditioner include: moisturizes and reduces frizz, reduced unwanted wave, helps prevent flyaways, protects against surface damage from heat styling, and Babassu-derived cleansing system softens hair with a luxurious lather. Ingredients include: an exclusive plant infusion of organic aloe, maize, and guar bean.

To complete your hair smoothing regime use Aveda Light Elements Smoothing Fluid which is a fluid styling formula that adds shine and movement, and restores a healthy look and feel to hair. Ingredients include: certified organic jojoba.

Other benefits using Aveda Light Elements Smoothing Fluid are: smooths and conditions, dries with a soft touchable finish, adds weightless free-flowing movement, body and natural shine, and it is suitable for all hair types.

Last night Celebrity Stylist Darrell Redleaf tended to JEWEL's tresses and prepped the musical guest for her angelic performance on "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" by enhancing the natural texture of her hair and creating modern, healthy looking waves.

So what was Jewel's secret? Bumble and Bumble's GROOMING CREME.

Darrel simply distributed a dollup of the luxury elixir through her hair, and she was ready to hit the stage! (When applied to damp hair, it reduces drying and styling time.) The product has a unique blend that rivals the benefits of Moroccan oil and creates soft, touchable hair that leaves hair smooth, frizz-free and full of luster.

Let's take a pause from the turkey and trimmings to be thankful for something truly important this year: great celeb styles at the 2010 American Music Awards! From Rihanna's red spirals to Taylor Swift's suprisingly straight tresses, celebrities brought their A-game to the red carpet. And while there were some misses—FYI Avril Lavigne...it's no longer 2002—there were several great styles worthy of some love.

1. Rihanna Rihanna's been in a red mood lately, but this was the first time she's modeled the dark red spirals. The voluminous, retro style complemented her red lace dress perfectly. Celebrity stylist, Ursula Stephen, used a Brazilian Heat ceramic curling iron to create the look. She told Essence.com: "First, I sectioned Rihanna's hair in small pieces. Then, I sprayed it with Motions Light Hold Working Spritz, and wrapped each section around a 3/4" Brazilian Heat ceramic curling iron. Once I released each curl, I combed it quickly before it cooled to create a fluffy, not-so-tight look. When her whole head was curled, I gave her hair a final spray of the Working Spritz, and the look was set."

2. Taylor Swift Going the opposite of curly-haired RiRi, Swift straightened her normal spirals into a sleek, sophisticated blond style—finished off with a perfect, eyebrow-grazing fringe.

3. Katy Perry Talk about the newlywed glow! Perry left her colorful wigs and bright make-up at home, sticking to her normal, glossy dark hair and make-up in shades of pale pink to play up her porcelain skin. Her look was completed with a pale pink dress—perfectly beautiful for a new bride.

4. Kesha Continuing to polarize audiences on her style, Kesha's look inspired both love and hate. Her edgy image is often reminiscent of a less dramatic Lady Gaga. But when faced with a bevy of fresh-faced, identical starlets on the red carpet, how can you not love Kesha's pushing of the boundaries?

We have the perfect color formula and process for the client who wants to go a tad darker like Jennifer Garner, but isn’t quite ready to give up her beachy glow this holiday season.

To achieve a dimensional, bitter chocolate brunette flecked with milk chocolate and smoke, make an appointment with any of our advanced-color-specialists for a free color consultation. Kick back and do it!

There's simply not a more fool-proof PERFECT GIFT for everyone! I mean, who doesn't get hair-services? Don't you crave massage? And regular facials are a way of life for celebs! (Plus, we've got the best-kept-secret Gift Boutique in town!)

Give the gift of health and beauty that speaks volumes about your thoughtfulness....and yes, your incredible taste!

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It can take adecade or more to establish yourself as a red carpet stunner, but look how quickly Lea Lichele has done just that!

It's hard to believe that this is only the second season on television for GLEE; she shines just as brightly on the red carpet, where she showcases her sophisticated sense of style.

A "Bumble Worshiper" she can't live without QUENCHING Shampoo & Conditioner. Her favorite styling product is GROOMING CREME.

What's sexier than hottie players in a body-contact sport? Catching those same cuties out of uniform and in evening attire!

On and off the field, Tom Brady of the New England Patriots provides plenty of eye-candy for the ladies!

Also a "Bumble Worshiper", you'll always find SUMO-TECH in Tom's duffle-bag!

Rock Goddess PINK is just one of the stars who shimmer in short hair.

It's easy to maintain, dries quickly and never drifts too far out of its intended shape.

But while super-short hair offers undeniable convenience, it also communicates confidence. You don't assume a woman in a closely cropped coif has difficult hair to style or travels extensively or swims daily. You look at her and think, "That woman knows who she is!"

74% of women usually take 15 minutes or less to style their hair.

So if you love quick and easy dos, you're not alone!

1. Part your hair on the side using a fine tooth comb.

2. Apply a small dab of Bumble and bumble "GEL", beginning at the roots and working down to mid-length of hair.

3. Using a natural bristle brush (try Bumble's NEW FLAT BRUSH), brush hair back to create a very sleek, low ponytail at the nape of the neck. Secure with a coated elastic hair-band.

4. Take a small section of hair from the ponytail, and wrap it around the elastic band, securing well with two bobby pins. Finish with Bumble's "SPRAY de MODE" for hold, shine and humidity protection. Beautiful !

Natalie Portman looked every bit like a classic Hollywood starlet at the New York Premiere of Black Swan. Wearing a glamorous black Dior off-the-shoulder dress and gorgeous, full-bodied wavy hair, she dazzled on the red carpet.

Her stylist John D. was tempted to do an elegant updo, but succumbed to the glamour of the dress and created a look that accented its sense of drama and its sensuous silhouette. John D. started with a cocktail of Bumble and bumble's GROOMING CREME and THICKENING SPRAY for soft hold and shine, then blow dried the hair smooth using a round brush to give it 'oomph' at the root. “Natalie has naturally curly hair and it needs extra moisture to look its best,” he explains.

Next he used a 1-inch curling iron and, starting at the back of her head, curled round sections all over her head to set the volume in. John D. finished Natalie’s hair with Bumble's CLASSIC Hairspray. “It was raining during the premiere and I wanted to make absolutely sure the body stayed.” After her hair cooled, he sprayed a paddle brush with CLASSIC hairspray and used it to separate and loosen the hair, which also tamed the curls at the same time.

Love the party look of a sophisticated braided bun? Well, so does every other A-List celeb this holiday season!

Here's how you can create one at home!

1. Smooth hair back with the new (and long-awaited) Bumble & bumble FLAT BRUSH into a low ponytail, securing with an elastic band.

2. Smooth a dime-size dab of Bb GROOMING CREME throughout the lengths of the ponytail for soft, smooth control...with shine!

3. Braid the ponytail and wrap the braid around the base of the ponytail, then tuck the ends under. Secure with pretty rhinestone bobby pins. (We've got tons of them this season!)

4. Finish with Bumble's SPRAY DE MODE for perfect hold and holiday shine!

Still need help? Call 340-1700 and ask for Kristi....she's a master at it!

Ladies and gentlemen we present to you the Undercut. This hairstyle can most recently be seen sported by the handsome Michael Pitt from Boardwalk Empire, set in the "prohibition period" of the 1920's and 30's, and directed by Scorcese.

Much more daring in women, the Undercut was THE haircut of 2010 sported by the likes of Alice Dellal, Rihanna, and Cassie, and has already been on the scene for a while.

In men the style is still quite original, especially with the slicked back touch. The style itself is said to have originated during the Great Depression, and is also known as the bowl cut in men, which definitely does not sound as cool.

It's actually exactly what it sounds like. Putting a bowl on your head and cutting around the edges, thus identifying the poor who couldn't afford going to the barber.

Nevertheless they were the great creators of this style which was in and out of fashion through out the century, emerging mostly in the 1970's-80's with the punk sub cultures.

And when parted down the middle also known as the wedge, extremely popular in the 90's for teens. Now back in 2011, I'm foreseeing it to be the next big thing in guys. Sorry boys the high pony tails and the longer hair was hot, but if you were just doing that for style it's time to move on ;)

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With so many award ceremonies in Hollywood, how is there not a well-coiffed golden statuette for great hair? We haven’t made the trophy, but we have made the call: These are the best celebrity hairstyles of the year.

JULIA ROBERTS - BEST HIGHLIGHTS Blonde streaks just at the ends (not root to tip) give Roberts's beachy waves a sun-kissed look.

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Makeup applications are $55, but for $90 you can get a lesson from an expert on how to do it yourself.

Spa Manicures are just $35 and our 1 hour Spa Pedicures are $45. (Bring a friend, it's more fun!)

Hairstyles start at $35, and our fabulous updos and downdos are $75.

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The natural face—call it contoured, called it minimal, call it bronzy, or just call it pretty—had quietly powerful moments everywhere from Proenza Schouler to Stella McCartney and Balmain.

The decorated head—crowned with hand-carved wood barrettes at Rodarte, jeweled grosgrain clips at Erdem, empress-worthy bijoux at Marchesa, and exquisite feather-and-chain embellishments at Chanel—makes a convincing case for the couture hair accessory.

We've got the coolest ones right here at Cottonwood!

With so many award ceremonies in Hollywood, how is there not a well-coiffed golden statuette for great hair? We haven’t made the trophy, but we have made the call: These are the best celebrity hairstyles of the year.

MARION COTILLARD - BEST POMPADOUR

Cotillard's pompadour has just the right amount of texture and poufiness to look young, fresh, and decidedly un-Snooki.

With so many award ceremonies in Hollywood, how is there not a well-coiffed golden statuette for great hair? We haven’t made the trophy, but we have made the call: These are the best celebrity hairstyles of the year.

MICHELLE WILLIAMS - BEST PIXIE Side-swept fringe makes Williams's pixie look even sweeter.

With so many award ceremonies in Hollywood, how is there not a well-coiffed golden statuette for great hair? We haven’t made the trophy, but we have made the call: These are the best celebrity hairstyles of the year.

KIM KARDASHIAN - BEST BANGS Blunt, brow-length bangs call attention to Kardashian's eyes—and her ponytail looks sleek and formal, not athletic.

With so many award ceremonies in Hollywood, how is there not a well-coiffed golden statuette for great hair? We haven’t made the trophy, but we have made the call: These are the best celebrity hairstyles of the year.

DREW BARRYMORE - BEST ROOTS

On Barrymore, a few flyaways and intentionally dark roots look rock-and-roll, not rolled-out-of-bed.

With so many award ceremonies in Hollywood, how is there not a well-coiffed golden statuette for great hair? We haven’t made the trophy, but we have made the call: These are the best celebrity hairstyles of the year.

PENELOPE CRUZ - BEST CHIGNON Anchored slightly to the left, Cruz's braided chignon looks less severe than a ballerina-style bun, and is more easily captured on film. (Remember that for the next night out with your camera-happy friend.)

With so many award ceremonies in Hollywood, how is there not a well-coiffed golden statuette for great hair? We haven’t made the trophy, but we have made the call: These are the best celebrity hairstyles of the year.

NICOLE RICHIE - BEST CENTER PART Richie's center part is unfussy in a way that perfectly complements her asymmetrical ponytail's air-dried appearance.

With so many award ceremonies in Hollywood, how is there not a well-coiffed golden statuette for great hair? We haven’t made the trophy, but we have made the call: These are the best celebrity hairstyles of the year.

TAYLOR SWIFT - BEST THROWBACK Swift channels a 1920s starlet with glossy finger waves and her long hair pinned underneath into a faux bob.

With so many award ceremonies in Hollywood, how is there not a well-coiffed golden statuette for great hair? We haven’t made the trophy, but we have made the call: These are the best celebrity hairstyles of the year.

DIANE KRUGER - BEST ACCESSORY Hair accessories can sometimes look costumey or childish, but Kruger's elegant leaf adds the perfect finishing touch to a soft updo.

With so many award ceremonies in Hollywood, how is there not a well-coiffed golden statuette for great hair? We haven’t made the trophy, but we have made the call: These are the best celebrity hairstyles of the year.

BLAKE LIVELY - BEST HALF-PONYTAIL

Lively's lightly teased half-ponytail has great volume—and her humdrum hair elastic is cleverly hidden by a loop of hair pinned around the base.

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Our male clients are loving this new, updated cut, think retro!

Meagan, one of our resident designers with a huge male following says that styles inspired by the mod-rocker movement of the 1970s are becoming more popular with guys.

For this style, Meagan incorporated a heavily textured front and sides, then used classic barbering techniques on the lower part of the cut to create head shape and interest.

Out of the shower, just work-in a nickel-sized amount of Bumble's GROOMING CREME for soft hold. After drying, just a little of Bumble's SUMOTECH for "piecing it out"...and making it all "bed-roomy".

Oh yeah....it's HOT!

Check out Meagan's bio on our "Meet Our Staff" page, and call for your appointment!

It's here! Finally! Aveda's new BE CURLY "STYLE PREP"! Hello curly....goodbye frizz!

Adds moisture and curl definition as it seals the cuticle, taming frizz all day. Detangles to reduce breakage from combing.

Also makes styling curls easier and helps maintain them longer—while leaving hair soft, not “crunchy.” Boosts the effects of be Curly Curl Enhancer.

We're sending 4 "raise-the-bar-rockstars" to Redken's SYMPOSIUM for award-winning education!

TONS of cutting edge classes and best-of-the-best business education for REAL professionals! All for the single purpose of serving our clients BETTER!

Check back for up-to-the-minute posts on every single awesome class! (OK....so maybe a little night-life after classes!)

WOW! Kickin' it off strong with blow-us-away color techniques for the not-so "I-already-know-it-all-colorist"!

This power team of master colorists immersed us in new ideas, next-level formulation, foil patterns, free-hand methods, gray coverage, and alternative techniques that activated our creativity! From blondes, to reds, and brunettes, we discovered exciting new ways to add interest to color results and think outside the "old-school-colorist" box.

Educators for all 5 color classes: George Garcia, Khaniel Doud, Tisha Hall, Julie Hoffman, Lori Zabel, Adam Browne, Kris Sorbie, David Stanko, Patrick Fitzwater, Ty Isobe.

It’s a new year and the stars seem to be taking it to heart by debuting new looks right and left. The starlet showed off dramatic color changes on the very same night at two different events.

Khloe Kardashian arrived at the People’s Choice Awards with long red locks.

Khloe made quite a statement, arriving on the blue carpet with her four brunette sisters. For those having trouble telling the five Kardashians apart, Khloe just made it a lot easier.

Rumor has it she wants to go even redder, so expect further dramatic hair changes to come. BTW.....Khloe is a BUMBLE AND BUMBLE WORSHIPER!

New year, new you! Lauren Conrad took her newly juicy-brunette strands to the CoverGirl 50th Anniversary Celebration.

Lauren's shade transformation took her from buttery blonde to golden brown — a new shade that resembles that of the most famous bride-to-be, Kate Middleton. It's hard to resist the comparison, especially when she shows up with her long, glossy locks worn loose and wavy.

Earlier this week, our own Master Colorist, Ashley Green says, “Kate’s look reflects beautiful nuances of tone-on-tone brown reflection, there's depth and dimension....it's bed-roomy brown!"

Call for your complimentary color consultation with Ashley. (She's the bomb!)

AMBER is on the Design Floor! One of the most talented designers we've seen in a while...dazling colorist, polished cutter, sweet as a bee-hive, and ready to make you a "Raving Fan"!

She's offering a "Get-to-Know Me Hair Event" at 25% off of her cuts and colors. But just for a little while.

Better hurry.....she's already got a devoted following! Event ends Feb 28th! CODE: NT25

TRACEY is on the Design Floor! One of the most talented designers we've seen in a while...dynamic colorist, accomplished cutter, genuine and "ego-less", and set to make you a "Raving Fan"!

He's holding a "Get-to-Know Me Hair Event" at 25% off of his cuts and colors. But just for a little while.

Better hurry.....he's already got a true-blue following! Event ends Feb 28th! CODE: NT25

A backstage secret to stylists and models alike, Bumble and bumble's "HAIR POWDER" transforms rumpled to refined, shine to matte.

For even more versatility try this recipe:

Layer Bb "STYLING WAX" and "HAIR POWDER" for a malleable, matte finish (and oomph for miles!)

Four years in the making....and it's FINALLY HERE!

Bumble & bumble unveils "Bb TEXTURE"...... hair(un)dressing creme.

WHAT: First-of-its-kind GEL-CREME that provides an elusive, undone-yet-done quality with a hint of grit, extra lift and a tousled, shine-free finish.

WHEN: When you need lift, volume, grit and grip. Gives a dry, matte finish and builds easily with memory and moldability.

WHO: Anyone (all it takes is the right attitude...and application.) Its FIERCE!

Did we mention......it's only available in the TOP 1%-2% of prestige salons in the country!

Staying true to her iconic style, Diane Keaton’s chic hair compliments this classic beauty perfectly.

The cut is simply a layered bob, with soft texture created in the crown and around the face and fringe to modernize the classic shape.

Try it: According to Jen, our Artistic Educator, texture can be created by using a feather razor or with a straight shear. “Volume and texture can be achieved by using Bumble's "THICKENING SPRAY" and "GROOMING CREME" she says. “Using a large round-brush for volume on the crown, and softness on the sides and fringe, will give this cut a finish that is both sophisticated and modern, just like Diane Keaton!”

Even cavemen like Cottonwood GIFT CARDS. (Some need them more than others.) Give 'em what they want ladies. They're MEN. They LIKE it!

Haircuts & Color Massage (Oh yeah.....and WAXING!) Facials Manicures & Pedicures

The only way to understand curly hair is to respect it for the wonderful fabric that it is. When working with naturally curly hair, be aware of the natural pattern.

Sam Villa, founding partner of the Sam Villa® brand and Education Artistic Director for Redken informs us not to over-stretch the hair to discover the curl's pattern. Instead, Sam advises using a large wide-toothed comb with teeth that are set apart, allowing it to glide easily along the natural curl pattern. A fine-toothed comb has teeth set close together designed to grab hair for maximum tension, and they can stretch curly hair too much, causing the curl to snap back, making it harder to read its natural pattern.

Sam designed his Signature Series Combs with silicone and graphite resins for the smoothest glide possible.

Cameron Diaz is the quintessential California blonde, and on the current cover of Harper’s Bazaar she sports a cooler, more grown up version of her signature hue.

A "Bumble Worshiper" for years....she swears by "PREP", "SURF SPRAY", "STYLING CREME" & "DOES IT ALL" (her fave!)

Creating editorial hair for "The Greats" such as Tom Ford, Vera Wang, Donna Karan and Prabal Gurung, Jimmy Paul rules the runways.

He's graced fashion magazine covers from New York, Paris & Milan. The celebrated Bumble and bumble editorialist has been featured on more ITALIAN VOGUE covers than any stylist in history.

Here, Linda and Jimmy pose at the NYC Bumble Party in honor of Cottonwood, named one of the TOP 50 SALONS in the country. Jimmy created a entire room full of ITALIAN VOGUE MASTERPIECES... ..runway hair recreated especially for the 50 honorees.

Linda says, "He's adorable! We drank martinis and laughed like crazy all night. He's convinced his life is not complete having never visited Oklahoma! Jimmy swears he's coming to Cottonwood and staying at my house for southern cooking!"

Click here to learn more from Vogue, "A WEEK IN THE LIFE: JIMMY PAUL".

http://www.vogue.com/vogue-daily/article/vd-a-week-in-the-life-jimmy-paul/

Taylor Momsen of "Gossip Girl" and rock band "The Pretty Reckless" asked our manager Dan to hang out with her and the band while in OKC. (Pictured here on the tour bus.)

Dan took them out to dinner at Deep Fork and showed them all over OKC!

Taylor insists she's coming back because she didn't have time for the facial she wanted!

Lead guitar player Ben Phillips loved Dan (and his military tee-shirt) so much he wants Dan to join them on the tour bus for their NYC concert for Dan's birthday ...in exchange for the shirt!

Everybody loves Dan! (And Cottonwood!)

This demure look with a swinging edge is a classic, and all about the crown.

1. Spritz celeb favorite Bb's "SURF SPRAY" throughout hair concentrating at roots and blow-dry with a round brush.

2. Mist overall with runway favorite "SPRAY DE MODE" and backcomb at the crown area.

3. Smooth out the top-most layer and top it off with your favorite vintage scarf, band or ribbon.

It was a spectacular season at NEW YORK FASHION WEEK with a team of over 50 stylists strong, comprised of Bumble and Bumble salon stylists and a select group of stylists from our Network.

28 shows, 52 stylists, kits stuffed with dozens of Bb. Products and countless trend-setting hairstyles.

Continuing more than a decade of working backstage, the Bumble team coifed models at 28 top shows and presentations, including those of designers Max Azria, Naeem Khan, Catherine Malandrino, Yigal Azrouël, and American couturier Ralph Rucci. Our roster of lead editorial stylist talent includes renowned hairdressers Jimmy Paul, Laurent Philippon, Neil Moodie, and Rolando Beauchamp along with James Pecis, Jordan M, Amy Farid, Travis Speck, and Sabrina Michals.

For yet another season, Bumble lended its support to an exciting group of young and promising designers poised for breakout success. First time collaborations included techno-minimalist Sally LaPointe (whose designs have been spotted on style icon Lady Gaga) and Giovanna Randall’s label HONOR, currently in its second season. Bumble and bumble also proudly partnered with three CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund nominees: Ohne Titel, Simon Spurr, and House of Waris.

The full list of shows is below.

Alexandre Herchcovitch - Hair by Rolando Beauchamp

BCBGMAXAZRIA - Hair by Neil Moodie

Behnaz Sarafpour - Hair by Laurent Philippon

Chado Ralp Rucci - Hair by Laurent Philippon

Complexgeometries - Hair by James Pecis

Custo Barcelona - Hair by Neil Moodie

Gary Graham - Hair by Rolando Beauchamp

Herve Leger - Hair by Neil Moodie

HONOR - Hair by James Pecis

Karen Walker - Hair by Rolando Beauchamp

House of Waris - Hair by James Pecis

Irina Shabayeva - Hair by Jordan M

Logan Neitzel - Hair by Amy Farid

Marlon Gobel - Hair by Neil Moodie

Max Azria - Hair by Neil Moodie

Naeem Khan - Hair by Laurent Philippon

Norman Ambrose - Hair by Jordan M

Ohne Titel Hair by Jimmy Paul

Red Dress Collection - Hair by Sabrina Michals

Ruffian - Hair by Neil Moodie

Sally LaPointe - Hair by Jordan M

Simon Spurr - Hair by Jordan M

Thornburg - Hair by Sabrina Michals

Wayne - Hair by James Pecis

WHIT - Hair by Travis Speck

Woolrich John Rich & Bros - Hair by James Pecis

Yigal Azrouel - Hair by Laurent Philippon

She came, we saw, it kicked our #%&! How did the Tabatha “Takes Over” Chicago event go you ask? It went pretty darn stellar to be quite honest.

The Behind-The-Chair Tabatha Coffey “Wake Up and Smell the Coffey” Tour was a sold out crowd at the Park West earlier this week and we rocked it out!

Hairdressers traveled near and far from 14 states, as far as Hawaii to be exact, for a night of entertainment; a once-in-a-lifetime intimate meet and greet, an insightful and educating presentation, and a season finale viewing party for Tabatha’s Salon Takeover. It was a TOTAL HIT!

In the house today at Cottonwood....Wella Master Colorist & Platform Artist, BERKLEY HAM.

Bringing the BEST in international education to our designers and our clients!

Thursday through Sunday ONLY!

Absolutely everything in our Gift Store is ON SALE! 10%-50%....and it's ALL TAX FREE!

Hurry! Before all the cool stuff is gone!

Event ends: Sunday, 3-13-11

Not valid in combination with other offers.

Feather Hair Extensions are THE white-hot Hollywood celebrity trend right now!

Among the celebs sporting feathers are Reese Witherspoon, Blake Lively, Selena Gomez, Fergie, Cameron Diaz, Lea Michelle, Hilary Duff, Taylor Swift, Christina Aguilera and even Steven Tyler!

No longer the chunky clip-in style, these are thin and styled along with the wearer's hair! They look totally natural....in an "uber-fashion-way"!

Designers like Betsey Johnson, Juicy Couture and Alexander McQueen are just a few of the A-List designers hopping on the FEATHER EXTENSIONS trend!

The best thing about these feathers is they can be WASHED, BLOW-DRIED, STYLED and even CURLED just like your hair.

Durable and low-maintenance, they are easily installed, removed and reset in 5 minutes! Installation and removal causes no damage to hair, and they last up to 3 months!

Each Feather Extension comes in a beautiful PROFESSIONAL BUNDLE of SEVEN (7) feathers (2 colored feathers & 5 natural feathers.) Choose from 13 colors & combos!

BUNDLE OF 7 with INSTALLATION....$45

REMOVAL if purchased from us....FREE

RESET of your previously purchased bundle....$20

Call for your appointment today! FEEL AWESOME! LOOK HOT!

• Yes, there are cheaper feather extensions available from other sources. Cottonwood uses only the FINEST feathers and extension-system available for our FEATHER EXTENSIONS. We do not install individual feathers, as they have a consistent tendency to fall out quickly. We believe in getting the quality you pay for....because we care!

A picture is worth a thousand words!

Think you're ready for a change? Let us help you get there.

We promise it'll be painless! (And gorgeous!)

Break out your sunglasses! No more dull hair!

Bumble's brand-new "LET IT SHINE" Shampoo, Conditioner & Finishing Spray!

At last, something we can ALL use!
It's here MONDAY! Shine on! Look hot!

Foxy and simple! Transformers star Megan Fox shows off her shiny jet-black hair on her big day by keeping it straight and simple for her wedding.

Straight hair is definitely a sexy way to highlight natural beauty. For any bride who desires a sexier and more natural look, straight hair is the perfect hairstyle.

All-American Girl Updo!

Carrie Underwood’s beautiful smile and voice aren’t the only things touching hearts all around the nation. Carrie’s golden tresses are gathered into an elegant updo with loose curls that are easy to work with.

Carrie’s side swoop bangs complement her loose curls perfectly and add a fun yet beautiful look to her style.

With humid weather just around the corner, our clients are requesting frizz-fighting products.

Check out Bumble and bumble's "GROOMING CREME" and "LEAVE IN CONDITIONER" applied while hair is still wet. Then fight back humidity with Bb's "DEFRIZZ" (the ultimate frizz-warrior) after your blow-dry.

If you're looking for more help....call for a free consultation and "Free-Style" and we'll show you what to do to defeat the dreaded "Bad Hair Day"!

Celebrity Stylist Ted Gibson and Master Colorist Jason Backe, cut 10 inches off Brooklyn Decker’s hair and created "WOW" multi-dimentional color.

Afterward, Brooklyn tweeted about her new sexy, layered bob with a soft fringe, “Chopped my hair OFF today!! Thank you!! I love!!”

Kate Winslet shocked fans when she debuted a very short, very blonde style on the cover of British Vogue this month.

The look, by renowned hairdresser Orlando Pita, is a dramatic departure from her former shoulder length, dirty blonde locks. “I think Kate is very versatile and can wear many different looks,” Pita tells MODERN SALON. “We chose this look because the photographer Mario Testino wanted to give her a very different look. The fashion in the story was black and white so we decided to go with almost white hair and cut it short and choppy.”

Although particularly stunning on Kate because of her porcelain complexion, the look can be adapted to suit anyone, “as long as they are up for it,” adds Pita. “The shade of platinum blonde can be tweaked to suit different skin tones as well as the cut and style to suit different face shapes.”

Looking to create shape without losing length? Try this flattering cut. Celebrity colorist and owner of his eponymous salon in NYC, Julien Farel, gives this model a face-flattering cut complete with a heavy fringe. Va va voom!

Bored with the same-old-same-old? Just add bangs! Right now the newest fringes are blunt and solid—like those sported by Olivia Wilde and Kate Moss.

Get edgy separation with a little Bumble and bumble "SUMO TECH"....it's one of Kate's "Can't-Live-Without-It" products!

Lifeless, lank brown locks get new life with a sleek bob cut and shades of red for highlights.

A brighter, yet wearable look emerges—perfect if you feel like you're stuck in a rut!

Keep it bright with Bumble's color -safe and color-depositing shampoos & conditioners!

THE LOOK: Sleeveless or strapless lace and jacquard dresses in soft neutrals; loose waves or sleek straight hair with highlights, and deep tans

TIMOTHY JOHN (Celebrity Stylist): Nicky and Paris both look beautiful. They are sisters, they are a team and they look great together. Their clothing, hair and makeup all complement each other.

Paris has super fine hair, multi-processed hair. This style is achieved through using extensions. The color matches perfectly. The transition between her natural hair and her extensions is seamless. Most likely this was accomplished by using a 1.5 to 2 inch barrel iron. I would use Bumble's "DOES IT ALL" for heat protection and perfect curls. This is a definite look that clients love and can be replicated easily at home with the right products.

Nicky's hair is a basic flat-ironed look that could be softened up with some side swept bangs or soft layers around her face. We are definitely dealing with a "fly-away" situation. I would suggest using a light hairspray like Bumble's "SPRAY de'MODE" or texture cream like Bumble's "TEXTURE". The center part is very popular right now, but be careful—it can look severe.

We love Kim's braid in the front! We are seeing a lot of front braids like these to get hair out of the face. Most of the hair is long with help from extensions. We recommend clip-in extensions for this look.

Try using Bumble and bumble's "GROOMING CREME" to tame fly-aways for a gorgeous, smooth, healthy braid.

All of their hair looks very healthy. I am constantly dealing with clients who want naturally long hair, and never want a trim. I am continually educating them to the fact that many of these popular long styles are achieved with extensions.

It's official: Fringe is more fabulous than ever! “Bangs have made a huge comeback in Hollywood,” declares celebrity hairstylist David Babaii, who created bangs for both Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman at this season's award shows.

“No matter if you wear your hair down or up, bangs add a style statement of their own.”

Babaii, who also styled Emma Stone for this month’s Glamour, says anyone can pull off a bang, provided the cut suits them. “They can be short, rounded or straight bangs so they fit their face shape.”

He recommends having clients try on a wig so they can see what their bangs will look like before the cut—which is exactly what he does with his superstar clientele.

More styling suggestions from Babaii:

• Let bangs grow a bit longer to sweep to one side and clip with a hair accessory

• Create piecey bangs by using a paste to create and define separations

• Use a flat iron and something like Pequi Oil to create a shiny dramatically straight bang

• Texturize bangs to give them a different look

• Use a large round brush to bump the ends under to soften the line

These six stars below have made bangs a part of their everyday look, and we say they've nailed the perfect bangs for their individual style. In fact, we're calling them the top six bangs in Hollywood. Do you agree? Have we left any best bangs off the list?

Olivia Wilde's fringe is long, wispy and a bit sexy. It camouflages a high forehead while setting off her eyes.

Emma Stone's angled fringe looks sweet pushed to the side. Thicker bangs give her lots of versatility in creating different looks.

Rashida Jones's shorter bangs, which stop above her eyebrow, look fresh rather than juvenile. They make her hair look thicker, too.

Bumble worshiper Rashida uses "TEXTURE" for separation & lift.

Reese Witherspoon's longer, sideswept bangs soften the angles of her heart-shaped face. They can easily be pinned to the side or pulled back to switch things up.

Long time Bumble user, Reese's favorite product is "DOES IT ALL". "I've been using "DOES IT ALL" before it was available for retail. I used to buy it from the Bumble stylists at the runway shows before it even had a name!"

Zooey Deschanel's thick, blunt bangs graze the eye for a retro look that suits her vintage style and emphasizes her deep blue eyes.

Nicole Richie's bangs are from an oldie hairstyle (Nicole has since grown them out), but a goodie. We loved her bangs in its many variations, and this long fringe with her hippie hairstyle is a favorite.

"I've used Bumble's "CLASSIC" hairspray since I can remember.....I really can't live without it."

On their way to NYC for advanced training Jen, Karlie, Kristi & Ashley join our Education Team!

Less than 100 designers a year are approved to receive training classes at Bumble and bumble, and Cottonwood has been honored with the most Bb grad-students in the nation!

Don't let the dry Fall weather leave it's mark on your hair! For a full voluminous look work some of Bumble and Bumble's "Texture" through your wet hair and blow dry upside-down with a round brush. Add a couple twists with a curling iron and prepare for the wow factor!

Want to add some height to your plain ol' ponytail? Check out Emma Stone's poof! Create some tousled waves using a salt spray, like Bumble and Bumble's "Surf Spray", and blow-dry while scrunching the strands by hand. Next she pull your hair into a high ponytail while teasing at the roots. To finish off this look wrap a few strands of hair around the elastic to give a natural look.

This is the year for a "Bucket List." Which is a list of things you HAVE to try in your lifetime. And what's better to kick off a New Beginning than a brand new hairstyle?? Every woman has seen that really cute picture of a really cute girl with that "oh-so-different-than-my" hairstyle. Why not try it out?!? We have tons of hairstylists who are itching to help you create the 2012 new you. And if you're gutsy enough to try a new 'do, then you're 100% ready to jump out of an airplane. Trust me, I've done it!