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Cover Girl Jennifer Lopez

Jennifer Lopez is a true Renaissance woman–actress, singer, TV host–and now she’s featured on the cover of the March 2012 issue of Sophisticate’s Hairstyle Guide! Click for a peek at what you’ll find in this fabulous issue!


Bonus Section Mini-Magazine

Thinking about revamping your mane with a short snip? Look for inspiration here for the best short hairstyles modeled by trendsetting celebrities, or pick up the March issue for even more sexy star looks!


Hot Hair Hot Hair

Looking for a way to make your hair even hotter? Sophisticate’s Hairstyle Guide has all the hot looks for your mane makeover enjoyment! Check out a few of those profiles right here…


Star Style Star Style

It’s like the night sky all amped up in the February 2012 issue of Sophisticate’s Hairstyle Guide. We’ve got everyone from Nicki Minaj to Lisa Rinna to Selena Gomez and beyond. Check it right here!


Free Swag Free Swag!

Sophisticate’s knows how fun it is to get free (and cute!) stuff: so here’s your chance! Check out a just a small amount of the fabulous giveaways we’re offering in our March 2012 issue…


Beauty Blog Beauty Blog

What products should take center stage in your bathroom, makeup bag and local salon? Sophisticate’s Hairstyle Guide has the beauty product 411 to help you look your absolute best!


GLEE STYLE CLUB Glee

Glee‘s girls are all about personal expression–and gorgeous style! Find out if you’re a Rachel, Quinn or a Mercedes in Sophisticate’s guide to the beloved character’s style moves–and how to get the look at home!

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  • Getting It Right “There are a number of things you can do to find your perfect blonde,” reveals Matrix Art Director Patrick McIvor. “If you look best in an orangey-coral T-shirt or lipstick, you’ll be a warm blonde. If you look good in pink, you’ll be a cooler blonde.” The same idea goes for jewelry. If you wear silver or white gold, McIvor suggests opting for a platinum shade. If you wear gold jewelry, try a honey blonde.
  • Maintain Vibrancy Matrix Art Director Patrick McIvor offers up these suggestions: “Condition your hair at least once a week. When you’re not going out, don’t flat-iron your hair and don’t over-dry it. The further away you go from your natural haircolor, the more maintenance you need to do.”
  • Color Trends “Trends are changing,” notes Matrix Art Director Patrick McIvor. “I can remember a time when most women thought they could only have one shade of ‘Marilyn Monroe’ blonde. Today, there are so many variations of blonde at your disposal. I am always looking for ways to offer incredible, high-fashion color results to my clients.”
  • hot star hue

    Elisha Cuthbert

    Elisha Cuthbert
    From film to television, Happy Endings star Elisha Cuthbert has been known as the blonde bombshell with a winning smile and sexy hairstyle.

    A medium-length cut has been styled with a flat iron to enhance sleek layers and show off a shiny platinum haircolor. The deeper blonde hue at the roots is on point with the haircolor trends this season, making Elisha one fashionable stylista!

    TALK BACK!

    Which celebrity do you think has the hottest blonde hair?

    Talk back to SHG at “Blonde”

    1. ralph says:

      Lora Wintz, you are a hair genius.

    2. Cassie says:

      I have been doing highlights and lowlights in order to get to a light blonde, but i find, even when i come straight from the salon, that it looks like i have roots! what should i be telling my stylist ??
      I am a natural brunette and i want to be like Carrie Underwood blonde. I am almost there but i hate the whole rooty look!

    3. Alicia Burns says:

      Felicity Huffman and Madonna, love the blonde looks.

      • Sophisticate's Hairstyle Guide says:

        We agree, Alicia! Have you picked up the latest issue of Sophisticate’s? We think you’ll love all the blonde hues appearing on the pages.

    4. cheyannne says:

      ok so i dye my hair aloot and now its blonde and dead i need help to fix it? ive tried alot of stuff. plus i straighten it

      • Sophisticate's Hairstyle Guide says:

        Hi, Cheyanne!
        We are consulting our experts and we’ll have an answer for you soon.

    5. leah says:

      i have natural bright blonde hair but i dyed my hair redish dark brown. im really pale and i want to go back blonde, but u dont know what color, or if i even should. what color, if i do, blonde should i dye my hair?

      • Sophisticate's Hairstyle Guide says:

        Hi, Leah!
        Changing your color from dark brown to blonde will require more than one step, as well as a salon professional’s knowledge of how to achieve the shade you desire. Look at the latest issue of Sophisticate’s for some colorful ideas, then take the pictures to your stylist and ask what can be done to get to the hue you want to have. Remember, it may take some time to get to the brightest blonde you want. Just be patient!

    6. Tara says:

      Dianna Agron’s blonde is THE best I’ve seen in Hollywood. I love it and I’m working toward it with highlights, from a light brown colour.

    7. Caroline says:

      I’ve been thinking of dyeing my hair blonde but I’m not sure what type of blonde is right for me. I’m naturally a dark brunette with a pale complexion. Any suggestions?

      • Sophisticate's Hairstyle Guide says:

        Hi, Caroline!
        You may want to set up a consultation with a professional colorist, who will be able to give you a great assessment by taking a look at your skin tone in person. If you have a pale complexion, you may not want to try a very light blonde color, as it may wash you out.

    8. Mandy says:

      I want to know who did Britney Spears hair for Circus? I can’t remember his name.

      Thank u,
      Mandy

      • Sophisticate's Hairstyle Guide says:

        Hi, Mandy!
        Celebrity stylist and friend of Sophisticate’s Hairstyle Guide George Papanikolas is responsible for Britney’s gorgeous golden locks seen during her Circus tour.

    9. Annmarie says:

      I would love love to have GRETCHEN ROSSI hair color. Can you tell me or explain to me what her hair color is.. IT is so pretty and makes me think of summer…
      Thanks.
      Annmarie

      • Sophisticate's Hairstyle Guide says:

        Hi, Annmarie!
        Gretchen Rossi is a beautiful platinum blonde. Her hair is very beachy and definitely reminds us of summer! Here’s a little factoid from our interview with her, featured in the February 2010 issue of Sophisticate’s Hairstyle Guide…
        “I’ve been a towhead since I was a little girl. Blondes have more fun, didn’t you know? Blonde just represents a lot of who I am—my funky personality and flamboyance. I’m a very Southern California girl.”

    10. Christine says:

      My hair has no volume it’s so flat. Any way to get more volume without back combing too much??? I love this magazine by the way!! It has so many great tips and looks. :)

      • Bonnie L. Krueger, Editor-in-Chief says:

        Christine:

        Did you see our February issue? Had an article on How To Get Full-On Volume. Celebrity stylist Hallie Bowman recommends these top four essentials to help achieve thick hair: A professional-grade blow-dryer to dry your hair faster, Velcro rollers help when you’re blow drying and when hair is cooling, Pantene Pro-V Style Volume Root Lifter Volumnizing Spray Gel is a must-use. Hallie says, “the more you use, the more volume you’ll get.”

        Hope this helps Christine!

    11. Nicole says:

      I LOVE Julianne Hough’s and Jessica Simpson’s blonde locks!!

      • Bonnie L. Krueger, Editor-in-Chief says:

        Nicole:

        We love Julianne and Jessica too…always Sophisticate’s favorites!

    12. molly says:

      Taylor Swift, I think has the best blonde hair ever.

      • Bonnie L. Krueger, Editor-in-Chief says:

        We love Taylor too. We are also happy to report that she is as nice now as she was when she first started out!

    13. Liz says:

      I LOVE Carrie Underwoods hair color and style. I would love to have her color Ive been trying to match it for months… and I cant. I know its blonde but what Blonde lol

      • Bonnie L. Krueger, Editor-in-Chief says:

        Hi Liz:

        Answered you on other page! Love you involvement. Look for Carrie in an upcoming issue, along with an interview with her colorist/stylist!

      • Leslie says:

        can you share carrie underwoods color with me as well I love her color of blonde ?

    14. Lyndsey says:

      I would have to say i love Hilary Duffs hair! Her hair is so beautiful!

    15. alex says:

      Gwen stefani defidentally

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