Amanda doesn't shy away from bold hairstyles or color as this contrasting bleach-blonde/jet-black look shows. But we like this smooth, straight style best; it allows our focus to be more on her and less on her hair.
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Next: See Amanda's "leave it" look
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Leave It: Amanda Overmyer
Amanda is certainly giving Sanjaya a run for his money with this lion's-mane look. The volume is intense but combined with bleached streaks it looks reminiscent of the bride of Frankenstein.
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Next: See Carly Smithson's "love it" look
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Love It: Carly Smithson
Carly's side-swept bangs showcase her blue eyes while the side part helps balance her oval face. Plus, her curls at the ends are pretty without looking too cutesy.
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Next: See Carly's "leave it" look
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Leave It: Carly Smithson
This straight, middle-parted style makes Carly's face look more round and nearly hides her striking eyes behind two curtains of hair. And all of the styling her hair has been through this season is obvious with straight ends. (Curls can help mask split, dry ends, FYI.)
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Next: See Kristy Lee Cook's "love it" look
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Love It: Kristy Lee Cook
Kristy's soft, natural-looking curls go perfectly with her delicate facial features while the half-up look helps show off her pretty face.
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Next: See Kristy's "leave it" look
We know that winning means having more than just a great voice so we're here to share with you some of our favorite and least favorite styles from season seven -- think Amanda's wacky 'do had anything to do with her departure?
