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Behind the Scenes at the Met Gala: Julianne Hough's 100-Bobby-Pin Up 'Do

Clad in a spiderweb-inspired frock by Topshop, Julianne Hough's Met Gala hairstyle was set to mimic the latticework design of her ensemble.

Clad in a spiderweb-inspired frock by Topshop, Julianne Hough's Met Gala hairstyle was set to mimic the latticework design of her ensemble. In fact, celebrity stylist Riawna Capri used over 100 visible black bobby pins to secure the star's pompadour up 'do. The effect was edgy and modern, with the dark pins providing a striking contrast to Julianne's flaxen strands.

To achieve the style, Capri began by prepping Julianne's wet hair with Vidal Sassoon Pro Series Foaming Air Mousse. Her strands were then blow dried with a round brush, and a small dose of firm-hold gel was applied throughout. Next, Capri took one-inch sections to create a series of three ponytails on each side of Julianne's head. Loose pieces of hair were secured with the bobby pins in a creative fashion to form a tight style. To finish, Capri molded Julianne's bangs into a pompadour, securing at the back in a crisscrossed pattern. A few spritzes of Vidal Sassoon Extra Firm Hold Hair Spray to finish lent the perfect amount of punk rock lasting power.

Source: Vidal Sassoon Pro Series and Riawna Capri
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Vidal Sassoon's Daughter Steps Into the Business

Looks like good hair runs in the family.

Looks like good hair runs in the family. The daughter of the late Vidal Sassoon (pictured above, with British fashion icon Mary Quant in 1964) has opened the doors of Eden by Eden Sassoon in West Hollywood, which she and partner Michael Baruch (the man behind Fred Segal Beauty) have dubbed a "finishing studio." The spot offers blow-dries, makeup application, and manicures at a heavily discounted rate. Sassoon claims that a full-service visit will last just over an hour and cost $65.

"We're trying to create a new category in this space," Baruch told WWD. "It's really about your finishing." Some of the top names in the beauty industry are involved in the studio. Stylists from Serge Normant for John Frieda and Warren Tricomi will be picking up weekly shifts at Eden by Eden Sassoon, allowing for a kind of exchange program. Baruch and Sassoon are already planning on a second location in the LA area, but Sassoon's dream is to go international. "I'm following the Sassoon name around the world," she said. "Dad always said, 'Think big.'" We're looking forward to the day the first finishing studio hits Australia!

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Remembering Vidal Sassoon: The Visionary Stylist's Best Quotes

It's a sad day in the beauty world: Vidal Sassoon has passed away at the age of 84.

It's a sad day in the beauty world: Vidal Sassoon has passed away at the age of 84. A visionary hairstylist, Vidal was known for putting his own geometric spin on the classic bob, as well as inventing the five-point cut (which took him nine years to perfect). He also helped to change the careers of actresses Mia Farrow and Nancy Kwan, elevating them to superstar status with the snip of his shears. While he famously charged $5,000 to cut Mia's hair in Rosemary's Baby and coiffed the heads of celebrities from Dionne Warwick to Rita Hayworth, through it all he remained sharp-witted and humble. When asked recently what the world should remember about him, he quipped, "I think the world has a lot more important things to know about than Vidal Sassoon." See some of his top quotes on celebrity hair — inlcuding Anna Wintour's famous bob — now.

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Legendary Hairdresser Vidal Sassoon Has Passed Away

Famed British hairdresser Vidal Sassoon has passed away, aged 84.

Famed British hairdresser Vidal Sassoon has passed away, aged 84. According to The Los Angeles Times, Sassoon died at his Calfornia home "after an unspecified illness and that family were by his side." Often referred to as a man who "changed the world with a pair of scissors," Sassoon pioneered the bob haircut and was also behind Mia Farrow's iconic Rosemary's Baby pixie crop. In 2010 a documentary charting Sassoon's life, in particular his influence on culture, was released at the Tribeca Film Festival. Our thoughts are with Sassoon's family at this time.

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Cash or Credit: Hair Straighteners For Silky-Straight Strands

Unless you're one of the rare few who are lucky enough to jump out of bed in the morning without needing to whip a straightener over your locks, it's more than likely a staple part of your morning beauty routine.
Hair Straighteners For Every Budget

Unless you're one of the rare few who are lucky enough to jump out of bed in the morning without needing to whip a straightener over your locks, it's more than likely a staple part of your morning beauty routine. With the ability to get your strands looking super-straight, or styled in loose waves and bouncy curls, we’ve uncovered five products that do all three, featuring the latest technology and temperature control to minimise damage and keep your hair in tip-top shape. Click through to check out our top five now.

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Is Kate Middleton's Hair Blah & Kind of Neither Here Nor There?

Yesterday we shared the news that one of the beauty biz's best known names, Bobbi Brown, was bowled over by Kate Middleton's ability with a makeup brush and we agreed.

Yesterday we shared the news that one of the beauty biz's best known names, Bobbi Brown, was bowled over by Kate Middleton's ability with a makeup brush and we agreed. Girl nails the natural look. But today we've found out that another of the industry's well renowned pros — Vidal Sassoon, the original celebrity hairdresser — isn't quite as keen on the Princess-to-be's beauty look, telling the Financial Times that Kate's hair is "kind of neither here nor there." Which puts us in a tricky position, because we owe Vidal a lot — he introduced us to the bob — but we love Kate's glossy mane. Huh. What do you think peeps, is Kate's hair a bit blah?

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Bella's Xmas Gift Guide: For the Guy Who Likes to Go, Go Gadget!

Whether he's into grooming or gadgets these high-tech gifts will make him a happy chappie on Christmas morning.
Bella's Xmas Gift Guide: Beauty Gadget Gifts For Guys!

Whether he's into grooming or gadgets these high-tech gifts will make him a happy chappie on Christmas morning. Think hairdryers with REAL Ferrari engines (no joke), heaps of things with titanium in their name — sounds serious and manly — and grooming sets galore. In a nutshell it's everything a man needs to be suave so guys be sure and put one of everything on your Wish List . . .

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Bella's Xmas Gift Guide: Nifty Go-Go Gadget Gifts!

OK so a hairdryer or straightener may not be the most exciting gift, but it's definitely one that you'll get some use out of.
BellaSugar Christmas Gift Guide: Nifty Beauty Gadget Gifts For Girls!

OK so a hairdryer or straightener may not be the most exciting gift, but it's definitely one that you'll get some use out of. This probably isn't the kinda gift guide where you'll find inspiration for others, but we hope you scroll though and go, YES . . . actually I need that and proceed to put it on your list. Because while a cellulite buster may not be the kinda gift you'd like to receive as a surprise, disappearing orange peel is definitely something we ALL want for Christmas!

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Bella's Xmas Gift Guide: For the Girl Who Likes to Jet-Set!

If you've got a high-flying sister or BFF who never seems to want for anything, why not get her something that's both pretty and practical, like some travel essentials.
BellaSugar's Christmas Gift Guide: For the Girl Who Likes to Jet-Set!

If you've got a high-flying sister or BFF who never seems to want for anything, why not get her something that's both pretty and practical, like some travel essentials. If you know someone who seems to spend more time in the air than they do on land, then Clarins Beauty Flash Balm is a must. Or if you want to get something so that she feels right at home when she's away, how about a travel candle. Whatever you decide on, you're sure to find it here as we've rounded up 10 of the best mini marvels for travel.