Hairstyles For Men & Women

Ahh, summer, filled with rays of sun, trips to the beach, and cool drinks in the shade. And mountains of sweat if you have long or even medium hair. There's a reason why tons of women each year decide to cut their hair short as soon as the weather outside starts to heat up and it has more to do with function than form. A short cut allows the hair to breathe better, which can make all the difference between tolerating a hot day and wilting in the sun. For women with curls, a short cut makes even more sense, but the right style must be chosen. These are a few of the short styles for summer that will help a woman beat the heat and stay comfortable all season.

In what may truly be one of the weirdest hair trends to ever hit the streets, pink hair has changed from being a novelty fad into a full-on revolution. Every day, more and more women make the decision to dye their hair pink, whether it's just few highlights, a la Rachel McAdams, or a crazy pink retro do like the one worn by singer Katy Perry. Why pink instead of another color? Who knows? The only thing certain is that pink is showing no signs of slowing down. For your pink hair consideration, let's take a look back at how this whole thing got started, where it is today, and how you can become part of the movement..

If you're a high school senior, then most of your waking (and dreaming) hours at this time of year are probably being spent thinking about the prom – what dress to wear, who your date will be, and most importantly, how your hair will look. The high school prom is a truly American rite of passage and most women still remember that special night and its place in their personal history. Since it carries such a fairy tale atmosphere, why not take it to the next level and create a look that shows off the princess you are. Here are a few princess haircuts that will help you get at least one part of the equation right for a perfect prom night.

In the last few years, few television shows have built up the reputation and impressive number of viewers as Desperate Housewives. This interesting take on the dark side of suburbia, complete with affairs, murder, and complicated personal relationships has somehow made a connection with audiences, who hopefully don't have too much in common with its main characters. Without a doubt, one of the biggest elements that has led to the success of the show is its attention to hair and how the external styles reflect the inner attitude of the characters. With the series slated to end after this season, the upcoming final episodes may be the last chance you have to take inspiration from the main stars of the show.

Ombre, dip-dye, or whatever else you want to call it, there's no denying that this hairstyle is hot and getting hotter by the minute. The ombre movement first started to gain some traction in the summer of 2010 and since that time, it has exploded, gracing the heads of women everywhere. What is ombre? Essentially, it's a partial coloring where the hair changes color from the top to the bottom, either over a gradual transition or at an abrupt point. An ombre style can take on tons of different forms, which is one of the reasons that the cut has stayed popular for nearly two years. Some sources are saying that ombre is on the way out, but its continued appearance on celebrities says that this trend hasn't reached it's peak yet.

Whether you're a NYC native or just planning a trip to the Big Apple, knowing the right hair salons to visit is an important piece of information. For the latter, going to New York is like taking a journey to the epicenter of the hair styling universe and you should definitely make it a point to try out one of the top studios in the world. Yes, prices can be high, but probably not as high as you imagine. Even though you probably can't shell out $600 for a session with legend hair designer Sally Hershberger or another top name, the truth is that all of these salons have cheaper options. Instead of taking a chance, the following salons are ones that you can trust to get your full money's worth and a haircut that you'll love.

If you've ever cut your hair short and then decided to grow it long, I'm sure you know the horror I'm about to describe. As your bangs get longer, your hair starts to wander into a limbo zone where it's neither long nor short and the results are pretty damn annoying. It doesn't feel right and the hair in your eyes makes it near impossible to walk without blindly running into things. So, what do you do during those awkward months when the slow growth of your bangs tries your patience? Well, you aren't forced to sit back and take it – there's a number of things you can do to make life with growing bangs more bearable.

You may not be able to pick out a Lana Del Rey song on the radio, but if you've been paying even the least bit of attention to magazines and other media over the past year, chances are that you could spot the singer only by seeing her hair. As a critics' darling, Lana Del Rey has made waves with her music (best described as equal parts Nancy Sinatra and Hope Sandoval) but it's her hot hipster hairstyle that has made her an international sensation. Looking like an Instagram dream, the sultry songstress is winning over fans and dominating both indie and mainstream radio playlists. Check out the following pics to see what all the hype is about.

This summer it’s all about the natural look. Ditch the chemicals, ditch straightening your hair. 2012 summer is all about looking fresh and clean, without overdoing it. One of the first long hairstyles that I fell in love with for this season is the long and slightly messy “urban wave” look. I love this look for so many reasons. It’s subtle waves and the beach like, carefree feeling it gives off are two of the main ones, but also its easy to maintain nature.

Mad Men is about to start it’s new season and the anticipation is killing me. This drama set in the 1960’s has been all the rage since it’s come out and doesn’t show any signs of slowing down. Which is fine with me. There’s something about this show that grabs you and pulls you in. It must be the hair.... Men. You need to take a page out of Don Drapers book and learn a little something about style. Don Draper is the perfect man (apart from all the cheating) Clean cut, gentlemanly and tidy hair. It’s really easy to recreate his look and it won’t cost you a massive amount of money either.

The birds are coming back, you can smell the air coming alive with life again and the grass is starting to peak out from behind the melting snow. Yes, it is Spring again and how excited are we!? Too much so. This winter may have been a little bit mild compared to it’s usual blustery self but I’m still happy that it’s done and gone. I like change. Everyone needs change. This season it’s all about changing colors. I don’t mean from brown to blonde, or chestnut to amber. I mean really explore the rainbow. There are so many hues of color that no one ever tries to touch because “they’re not natural.” Well... this is 2012 and this is a great year for change so I say, come on kids, lets all do what our parents told us not to and dye our hair those unnatural and gawdy blues and purples!

I love hair accessories as much as the next girl but sometimes I can find them a bit too much. If worn properly a good hair accessory will enhance your outfit and add a little something extra to for people to gander at. It adds a hint of mystery and an air of wonder around your head. There are a few cool trends going around the hair accessory world and I’m going to show you what they are and how to use them in your style.

Everyone knows that Spring is synonymous with the word change. The snow melts away, the flowers start to bloom, all of a sudden little baby animals start walking around and looking adorable, and all the girls start pulling out their summer clothes. Spring is my favorite time of the year because it inspires us to adjust our styles and opinions. It breathes new life into old, worn out things, also new hairstyles start to emerge in the spring.

With spring right around the corner you know it’s time to let your hair down and trade in those cute hats for some cute new summer hairstyles. This summer there are plenty of things you can do with your hair. Today we’re going to focus on long hair for starters. One of my favourite things about the summer is having long, cascading hair that tumbles around my shoulders, or streams out behind me as I ride my bike down through the park, or even just tying it up into a high top knot when the sun really starts to get too hot.

Valentines day is right around the bend, whether your date has asked you out or you’re planning on celebrating it with friends, you deserve to look amazing and feel romantic no matter what. I’m going to show you a few stunning braids which are sexy, easy to do, and will look amazing anywhere you go. From stunning fishtails to dreamy cascading braids there will be one braid that I’m sure you’ll fall in love with.

I’ve seen some new trends coming to the surface as 2012 gets well under way but one that has really caught my eye is Maria Barros’ Silver Foxes. At Madrid Fashion week this talented and intuitive designer has taken a glimpse into the future and decked out all her models in wonderful layers and layers of gorgeous grey hair.

So for all you fabulous sisters out there growing your hair out might be hard, but don’t fret because there are so many new hot hairstyles for you gals that are taking 2012 by storm. From the bob, cute little pixie cuts or just letting your hair do it’s own thing and curl up and away, there is no doubt a short hairstyle for you that will suit your face and personality. We’re going to show you some of our favorite black hairstyles this month that you’ll fall in love with and won’t be able to resist getting on your next trip to the salon.

Ok boys, I'm going to spend some time focusing on you and your lovely hair today. I know 90% of men out there don't spend as much time on their hair as they should so I'm going to show you a few nice and simple styles you can do to that will keep you looking hot year long without spending hours in front of the mirror.

Cute little bobs are all the rage this season for any of you girls who need inspiration for a quick fix for your hair. Whether you already have short hair and are looking to change it up a bit or if you want to cut it all off and start new the bob is the way to go. Bobs are a great haircut because of all the different ways you can modify them to make it your own. Whether you go for the classic bob or something a little more spunky like a bob with shaved sides there’s a bob out there for you. All you have to do is find it. The classic bob is timeless. Chin length and sexy, this cut has been around for ages and shows no sign of going out of style. Whether you choose to mess it up, or straighten and keep it sleek, add a fringe or a simple center part it doesn’t matter because it will always look amazing.

Braids braids braids!! Braids are still IN for 2012 and this makes me the happiest girl alive. I love braids. I live in braids. I love everything about them. The different looks, shapes, the way the hair feels as it weaves around my fingers. The way it feels when someone else is braiding my hair. I absolutely cannot get enough of braids. Therefore I am MORE than ecstatic that they are still in and making a bigger statement than anyone would have ever thought. From fishtail to side braid, these little waved beauts will find a way onto your head and make it home. No matter what age you are the braid will always inspire a youthful fun feel to your look which no one can resist.