I grew up during the Michael Jackson era – his tunes were on the soundtrack of my Bar Mitzvah, and “Billy Jean” is currently on my iPod play list.

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That said – I am pretty offended that – shocking as Michael’s death was – it pretty much threw Farrah off the news coverage.

At one point, Farrah Fawcett had the most famous hair in the world – so it seems fitting that I take my hair section as a place to give a few paragraphs of tribute to her.

I purposefully chose this picture at left – it’s how she is best known – and reflects her famous billowy locks. In fact, her hair was so famous that my mom chose a Farrah hair cut for her wedding day!

Something I read about Farrah today – when she was going through chemo, at first, they tried to preserve her famous hair. Then, eventually, she realized she was going to lose it – and took the proactive stance to shave her head. In doing so, she, and not the cancer, made the decision to say goodbye to that part of herself. It was a strong, defiant action – and one that I have huge respect for.

Farrah’s look was one that is timeless and classic – for the rest of time, women will enter their stylist’s chair and ask for the “Farrah” – a billowing look of feathery femininity. And while she may have gone on to another place – one where her suffering is finally over – her legacy, and her hair, will forever live on.

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A Note of Tribute to Farrah

Then again, it has been for decades.

David said that this Fall, hair will be all about movement with soft layers to achieve an updated version of the former Charlie’s Angels star’s famous large and luscious movable locks.

The “now” look is to opt for a longer length fringe so you can easily create changes in your style.

I love to do this with tricks like a hot headband or scarf so that our style can change as often as our mood (or the weather!) does. This is also a great way of adapting your look for day or night!

David said the best way to accomplish this style is to use a leave in treatment such as Hair Polish to maintain a sleek straight look with bounce and movement. Big hair has and always will be a statement, no matter how you shape it.

Remember, the secret to bounce is health – healthy hair LOOKS healthy and vibrant. So, remember, also in tribute to the beautiful Farrah, to take good care of yourself, and your hair – and it will take good care of you!

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An Updated Farrah ‘Do