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    Square and Rectangle Face Shapes & Flattering Hair Styles

    Square - This face is best recognized as having a strong, square jaw line and wider, fuller face.  The Forehead, cheekbones and jaw line are all about equal width.  Choose hairstyles that part to the side to offset the fullness of the face and add softness.  Styles that are longer than the jaw line, or adding a bit of height at the crown will elongate the face.

     

    Celebrity Squares:  Tiffany-Amber Theissen, Demi Moore, Brooke Shields

     

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    Rectangle – This face shape is longer than it is wide with the forehead, cheekbones and jaw line about equidistant.  Choose horizontal styles and shapes that break the length of the face, making it appear more oval.

    *Most models have this face shape.

     

    Celebrity Rectangles:  Claudia Schiffer, Jennifer Love Hewitt, Molly Sims

     

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    Heart and Round Face Shapes & Flattering Hair Styles

    Heart – This is the second most balanced face shape. The widest parts of the face are the forehead and cheekbones (sometimes being equidistant), with a soft jaw line and pointed chin. This face shape can also wear almost any hairstyle or glasses frame; however it’s important to pay attention to the amount of forehead exposed. Sometimes there can be too much forehead and bangs or “fringe” are needed to balance the face.

     

    Celebrity Hearts: Reese Witherspoon, Julia Roberts, Tyra Banks and Jennifer Anniston

     

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    Round – The round face is characterized as full with few angles with the width and length in close proportion. This face shape is best flattered with layers around the face to add more hard lines as well as a side part to elongate the face. The best lengths for this face shape are ones that end BELOW the jaw line to add more length.

     

    Celebrity Rounds: Charlize Theron, Cameron Diaz and Vanessa Williams

     

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    How To Determine Your Face Shape & Hair Styles

    How do you know if your hairstyle is as flattering as it can possibly be? How many times have you wanted to try a different haircut but weren’t up to the risk? Read on for a fool-proof hair style formula:

    · Determine your face shape: in a mirror, pull your hair back and/or put it in a head band. It’s important to make sure your bangs are off your face.

    · Trace the outline of your face with a bar of soap and then stand back to see what shape it most closely resembles – that’s your face shape.

    · Finally, find a celebrity that has your face shape and if the hairstyle looks good on her, it’ll look just as good on you!

     

    There are essentially 5 different face shapes: Oval, Heart, Round, Square and Rectangle.

    Oval – This is most balanced face with the cheekbones being the widest part of the face. The forehead and chin both narrow to graceful points. The oval is usually seen on those with small bone structure. They can wear any glasses frame or any hairstyle however proportion is very important. Glasses frames or hair that is too big will overwhelm the face.

    *This face shape has the ability to wear drastic lengths and it does not age them.


    Celebrity Ovals: Ashley Judd, Halle Berry, Sarah Michelle Geller

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    Sexy, Affordable, Holiday Tops - Simply Vera!

    If your schedule is anything like mine, your holiday calendar is already starting to fill up with holiday parties, family obligations, social engagements, and all sorts of other holiday festivities. Are you starting to wonder what on Earth you are going to wear to all these dressy events? Look no further. Vera Wang’s Simply Vera line at Kohl’s will come to your rescue…and the best news is you can order online!

    Get out your favorite black skirt or trousers and add one of these feminine, sexy, AFFORDABLE tops. All of them are under $50 and can be pared with any number of items that already exist in your wardrobe. They are great for layering too! Add a belt on top, add a long sleeved fitted tee underneath, add a blazer or sequin cardigan on top…the options are endless.

    You do not need a completely different outfit for each holiday event. Just two of these tops can see you through the whole season when you mix them with clothing you already own. Check out www.kohls.com for more info.

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    Check Out My Latest Quote on the Style Network

    I was quoted on the Style Network’s website the other day. Click on the link below to see the article and learn about which color bra you should be wearing underneath a white shirt.

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    Brenda Kinsel Does it Again - Her New Book is a Must Read for All Women!

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    Brenda Kinsel’s Fashion Makeover: 30 Days to Diva Style is a must read for every woman! It amazes me how Brenda can continue to write fashion bibles that are both fresh and full of new ideas, but still user friendly and applicable to all women.

    Her latest book is bursting with fashion, style, wardrobe, and shopping ideas that will help you transform yourself from the inside out in just one month. Real women who may feel alienated by fashion magazines get the tools they need to overhaul their look—from their clothes to their hair and makeup to, perhaps most important, their attitude—all while staying true to their personality and not spending a fortune.

    Your makeover will require some work, but with Brenda’s help, compassionate voice, and fabulous tips, you will feel like a true diva in no time.

    Visit her website http://www.brendakinsel.com/books_fashion_makeover.html to order your copy today.

    Red Patent Leather Shoes

    If you’re looking for that perfect pair of red shoes, but feel like so many of the ones on offer look a little too loud or trashy, here is a great alternative.

    Stuart Weitzman has created these beautiful red ombre heels.  The way they fade from bright red to a deep plum means that they are perfect for anyone who wants a more subtle, classy take on the trend. They are available at Nordstrom and Nordstrom online for $255.  These would be a great addition to any wardrobe and a wonderful way to update your look for winter and the holidays.

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