Style

April 16, 2018

Braided Rose Hairstyle Transforms Ordinary Locks Into a Beautiful Blooming Updo

The spring season is synonymous with flowers. From tattoos to clothing, wearing colorful blooms allows us to celebrate the longer days and warmer weather. But for those that can’t get enough of everything flowers, hair stylist Alison Valsamis has created the ultimate braided updo that you can wear to a music festival, wedding, or even a day when you’re feeling particularly fancy.

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January 26, 2018

25 Temporary Tattoos for Adults That Prove Impermanent Ink Is Fun at Any Age

When it comes to tattoos, most adults assume that permanent ink is the only option. However, many artists and designers today are embracing temporary tattoos for adults, transforming the washable decals into ephemeral works of age-appropriate body art. With delicate motifs, beautiful color schemes, and visually-pleasing typography, these short-term pieces put a sophisticated spin on the childhood staple. In this hand-picked selection of pieces, several artistic inspirations are apparent, from minimalist illustration to whimsical watercolors.

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November 29, 2017

Hairstylist Translates Beauty of the Natural World into Dazzling Dyed Hair

For those who are creatively minded, anything can be a canvas for works of art—even hair. For years, we’ve marveled as women and men have transformed their conventionally-colored locks into brilliant forms of self-expression. In 2016, we featured hairstylist Ursula Goff’s take on hair art as she turned women's coifs into shimmering dye jobs that mimic fine art paintings like Van Gogh’s Starry Night and Monet’s Water Lilies.

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October 18, 2017

Woman Hand Sews Eclectic Kimono to Honor Her Japanese and Scottish Ancestry

A kimono is traditionally a Japanese garment, but it has, in recent years, undergone cultural transformations. One striking way is via Western influence; for nuptials that combine elements of Japanese culture and Christian traditions, a kimono wedding dress is a popular choice. Another recent collaboration between Norwegian designer T-Michael and Tokyo-based company Y. & Sons blends the aesthetic of the iconic robes with minimalist Scandinavian style.

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