Wright says hair that's "breast-length or longer," like Blake Lively's, is also trendy for fall. But since growing your hair out can take months, she suggests extensions. You could go to a salon for extensions, which will last a couple months, or if you're a little unsure you can try clip-in extensions first to see if you like the look. Wright says extensions will give you "more sexy, sultry appeal" and will definitely turn a few heads (especially since most people aren't used to hair getting longer overnight).
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Your fall cut: A major change
Try: Bangs
Bangs seem like such a small, simple change. That is, until you actually get them. Then you quickly learn how bangs can frame your eyes, alter the look of your face shape, and make everyone notice your new cut. If you're ready for that kind of attention, then you should definitely think fringe. Grmolyes says almost all styles of bangs -- from Tyra Banks' full fringe to Taylor Swift's side bangs -- are popular for fall, but offers some advice to anyone trying them for the first time. "Trust a professional to cut your fringe, ladies," she says. "I know it looks easy, but trust me, that's the last place you want to miss-cut."
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Your fall style: If you want a minor change
Try: Working with your natural texture
"If your hair is naturally wavy, let it be wavy and maybe just smooth the front out [with a blow dryer and round brush or curling iron]," Grmolyes says. Anne Hathaway and Busy Phillipps show how to do this right.
Alternatively, Grmolyes says if your hair is straight, just use a bit of dry shampoo on your roots for volume and let it hang straight.
The best part about this trend: It's a huge time saver. Plus, skipping heat styling will keep your hair healthy.
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Your fall style: If you want a moderate change
Try: Sleek and straight hair (if you're naturally wavy or curly), or soft, flowy curls (if you have naturally straight hair)
Super-sleek hair like Ashley Greene's is hugely popular for fall, and if you normally skip the flat iron, you'll definitely get some attention by trying this trend. Make sure to protect your hair with products made for heat styling (like Tresemme Thermal Creations Heat Tamer Spray, $4) before blow drying and flat ironing your hair.
If your hair is naturally straight, add soft curls like Jamie Chung's (Wright also says this style looks fantastic with ombre hair color). Wright actually suggests running hair through a flat iron and twisting the iron to create loose, soft curls. If this is a little out of your comfort zone, you can get the same effect with a curling iron or hot rollers. Just gently finger comb when you're done to loosen curls and finish with a light-hold hairspray.
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Your fall style: If you want a major change
Try: Braids
OK, at first glance this may not seem like an earth-shattering style change. But, if you normally wear your hair down, or in a ponytail or bun, we guarantee you'll get more than a few compliments when you try this style.
The cool thing about braids is there are a million different ways to wear them. You can try a simple, messy side braid like Diane Kruger's, a fishtail braid like Alicia Keys', a headband braid � the possibilities are endless. Also, Grmolyes points out that on a windy fall day, a braid can help protect your hair from damage (not to mention hide any split ends you haven't gotten around to trimming). For more braid ideas and how-tos, check out this braid gallery.
Our general philosophy is: new season, new look. This can mean anything from a different shade of lipstick to a total image makeover. Fortunately, for fall 2011 we've got hair trends all across the image revamp spectrum.
Looking for a minor, "did she do something different with her hair?" tweak? We've got that (for hair color, haircuts, and hairstyles). Or want a "wow, I didn't even recognize you!" transformation? Look no further.
We talked to Byron Williams, co-founder of the Byron & Tracey Salon in Beverly Hills, Calif.; Ange Grmolyes, hairstylist at the Argyle Salon and Spa in Los Angeles; and Kiyah Wright, Emmy Award winning hairstylist from "The Tyra Banks Show" and "America's Next Top Model." They shared the fall hairstyle trends that they're most excited about -- and the ones their celebrity clients (like Kristen Bell, Jennifer Hudson and more) are trying out.
But before we get into the fall 2011 hair trends, the hairstylists have one tip that everyone should try before the cooler weather sets in: Use a deep conditioner. Your hair is bound to be dry by the end of summer, so apply a deep conditioner twice a week to get it soft and smooth again. Williams says it will help your hair health and improve the look of any hair color or highlights you plan on getting (since color applies more evenly to healthy hair). Grmolyes adds that really damaged hair should be cut, since deep conditioners can't repair split ends.
OK, now that you've got deep conditioner on your shopping list, let's get on with the trends �
