At this year’s Emmy awards, long, messy braids, and wavy, rumpled up-dos were the most popular hairstyles on the red carpet.
I consulted Moulay Yacoubi, a celebrity hair stylist at New York’s exclusive Pierre Michel salon who has worked with Gwyneth Paltrow, Uma Thurman, Elizabeth Hurley and Kate Moss.
My goal? Easy tips for achieving a glamorous “messy braid” like the one Blake Lively wore at the Emmy’s. Turns out it’s quite possible!
1. After shampoo and conditioner, prep the hair with light mousse. This will help the hair hold the braid shape.
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Hayden Panettiere looked gorgeous at the 61st Annual Emmy Awards last weekend, wearing a red J Mendel gown, Fred Leighton jewelry, Judith Leiber clutch and Bally gold shoes. As you might know, Hayden is the Neutrogena brand ambassador, so it’s no wonder that she used Neutrogena cosmetics and skin care products to get her fresh-faced yet glamorous look.
Celebrity makeup artist Amy Oresman created Hayden’s Emmy night look. Here are a few tips from Amy on how you can re-create the look for yourself.
Amy’s Inspiration:
Hayden sought a classic red lip to match her gorgeous J Mendel gown, so I looked to …read more