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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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Glamour Upsweeps


twirling tendrils

twirling tendrils

A little seduction goes a long way in this bold upsweep that’s drenched in a mahogany hue and sprinkled with rich toffee-shaded highlights. Once hair is pinned in place, side lengths are twisted around a curling iron for a gorgeous curve.

HAIR: MOUTON’S SALON TEAM/MOUTON’S SALON, GRAPEVINE, TX; PHOTO: GLOBAL HAIR & FASHION GROUP.

chic chignon

chic chignon

Dress it up with a simply sleek and stylish chignon that’s always fashionable. Flat-ironed smooth strands are swept back and placed off-center before being twisted into an elegant bun shape. Held in place with hairpins, a mist of hairspray keeps things looking polished.

HAIR: MARIA BANDLOW/L SALON & COLOR GROUP, SAN MATEO, CA; PHOTO: GLOBAL HAIR & FASHION GROUP.

glamour girl

glamour girl

Don’t be afraid to turn up the volume—especially when it comes to creating a stunning upsweep like this one. Light teasing at the crown is a must to add height on top. Once the updo is in place, curls are touched up in the back with a curling iron.

CREDIT: HAIR: MOUTONSALON.COM, GRAPEVINE, TX; PHOTO: GLOBAL HAIR & FASHION GROUP.

ginger darling

ginger darling

Braids and curls and twirls, oh my! Curled lengths are pinned up, leaving pieces out for a touch of romance in this playful updo. A braid sits on the crown and is woven back into the mane design. Fringe is swept to the side in a loose wave pattern for a look that’s so chic!

HAIR: MOUTONSALON.COM, GRAPEVINE, TX; PHOTO: GLOBAL HAIR & FASHION GROUP.

sideswept style

sideswept style

No matter the occasion, this sideswept updo is the perfect complement to your gorgeous little black dress. Showing off a mix of platinum and golden hues, strands are pulled to one side and left in a carefree wave. Touch up fringe with a flat iron and get ready to dazzle.

HAIR: HAIR BENDERS DESIGN TEAM/HAIR BENDERS INTERNATIONAL, CHATTANOOGA, TN; PHOTO: GLOBAL HAIR & FASHION GROUP.

TALK BACK!

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  1. Cecilia says:

    i had found a hairstyle on the magazine of june july 2011 and wanted to see if they have the back view to it? i need it asap!

    • Sophisticate's Hairstyle Guide says:

      Hi, Cecilia!
      Because there are so many great hairstyles to feature, we can’t always publish every angle of a given hairstyle. Try taking the look to your stylist, who will have the skills to create a fabulous look for you, similar to the one you see in the photo.

  2. Danielle says:

    I need help at my job i have to have my hair up and my hair is long but i have no clue what to do with it other than put it up in a pony tail and i really don’t like that please help me.

    • Sophisticate's Hairstyle Guide says:

      Hi, Danielle!
      Have you ever tried to wear a chic chignon? A simple bun glams up the ponytail look. Or perhaps you could try the wrap-around ponytail! When you’re putting your hair up, leave a small section loose. Take that bit of hair and wrap it around your ponytail. Secure with a bobby pin and you’ve got a hip new style!

  3. anonymous says:

    these styles r very….uhhhh….modern! i lil’ too modern. can need a classic twist on them!

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

      Anonymous:

      Check out our new issue, on newsstands Tuesday, for more upswept variations.

      Thank you for writing!

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