With her seriously spunky hairstyle, peachy cheeks, and oxblood lips, Julianne Hough hit a beauty home run at Elle's Women in Hollywood Celebration last night. Matte, peachy eye shadow and blush were the perfect complements to her intensely pigmented crimson lipstick. But the real masterpiece was her elaborate twisted up 'do, proving that blunt-cut ladies can still sport an elaborate braid.
To re-create the stylish coiffure, start by weaving a loose, tousled plait beginning at the center of your forehead working backwards. After tying it off, tease the crown, slick the sides, and pin the back into a makeshift bun. The result is a mussy but glamorous up 'do that showcases your braid. Top off with bold, bright makeup à la Julianne, and you have an angelic beauty ensemble.
Hotter temperatures mean that it's time to dig your favourite hats out from the back of the closet. While everyone loves a good fedora, the crux is that it can create a conundrum for your hair. But fear no more. You don't have to sacrifice your favourite hat for your hairstyle; get three hairstyling ideas for making your hat part of your look 
A fringe may be an instant way to update any beauty look, but if you're searcing for an of-the-moment haircut, you can't go wrong with a midlength style. Teetering somewhere between a lob and subtle shag, the style should hit somewhere between the collarbone and the breastbone for optimal results. "You don't really have to fuss with it because that line, where it falls, is the style itself. You can wash and go with most hair types and it still looks good," explains Alberto VO5 hair expert Chris Lospalluto. The chic cut, which has been spotted on many stars, including Alexa Chung. 
