Marilyn Monroe

Marilyn Monroe, born Norma Jeane Mortenson[1][2] (pronounced /mɒnˈroʊ/ or /mənˈroʊ/; June 1, 1926 – August 5, 1962[3]) but baptized and raised as Norma Jeane Baker, was an American actress, singer and model.[4] After spending much of her childhood in foster homes, Monroe began a career as a model, which led to a film contract in 1946. Her early film appearances were minor, but her performances in The Asphalt Jungle and All About Eve (both 1950) were well received. By 1953, Monroe had progressed to leading roles. Her "dumb blonde" persona was used to comedic effect in such films as Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (1953), How to Marry a Millionaire (1953) and The Seven Year Itch (1955). Limited by typecasting, Monroe studied at the Actors Studio to broaden her range, and her dramatic performance in Bus Stop (1956) was hailed by critics, and she received a Golden Globe nomination. Her production company, Marilyn Monroe Productions, released The Prince and the Showgirl (1957), for which she received a BAFTA Award nomination and won a David di Donatello award. She received a Golden Globe Award for her performance in Some Like It Hot (1959).

The final years of Monroe's life were marked by illness, personal problems, and a reputation for being unreliable and difficult to work with. The circumstances of her death, from an overdose of barbiturates, have been the subject of conjecture. Though officially classified as a "probable suicide", the possibility of an accidental overdose, as well as the possibility of homicide, have not been ruled out. In 1999, Monroe was ranked as the sixth greatest female star of all time by the American Film Institute. In the years and decades following her death, Monroe has often been cited as a pop and cultural icon as well as an eminent American sex symbol

Marilyn Monroe Style

 Clothes

Marilyn barely ever wore bright colours in her real life, almost always opting for the shades listed above. Her famous pink dress, worn in the movie Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, was probably not something Marilyn would have chosen to wear in real life, even though she did look a treat.

Pencil skirts are an essential, Marilyn was hardly ever without one, she had them in lots of different colours and almost always with a sweater to match.

Marilyn always added a feminine touch to her clothes, by using accessories like bows, or polka dot prints (like in the above picture with Jane Russell).

A white fur wrap is another essential, as it's something you can wear it with any dress and add an instant touch of glamour, like Marilyn did. Although hers might've been real, try to make sure its faux fur you go for.

Other styles that'll give you the MM look are strapless or sweetheart neckline dresses.
  Hair Style

Color- Golden Blonde

Suits- Faces with well balanced features

Works Best If- Your hair has a loose curl, or waves

Start with a layered shoulder length style, with shorter layers around the face and longer ones at the back.

Comb some gel mousse through damp hair, section and blow-dry your hair to make it smooth and straight. (If you have straight hair you don't need to do this.)

When it's dry section and mist the ends with spray gel and set with large and medium hot rollers. Remove the rollers then brush the hair forward and spray under the layers, with a Finishing Styling Spray.

Flip your hair back and work a little styling cream through, for extra bounce.

 Make-Up

Here is a guide for Marilyn's trademark red-lipped looks; using the items or ones close to those she actually used herself.



First get Marilyn's glowing skin by applying some foundation, then covering it with a little luminous face powder. Marilyn used products by Anita of Denmark and Erno Laszlo.

Marilyn used 5 coats of Guerlain Rouge Diabolique, to give her that famous lip color, but that's sadly no longer available although Guerlain Kiss Kiss Lipstick, in Insolence de Rouge, number 522 is a really close match.

To get the sultry look of her eyes work Vincent Longo Eyeshadow Trio, over the lid and up to the brow line, the Vivaldi Trio should have all the colors you need to create this look. Then add two coats of Max Factor's 2000 Calorie Mascara, for Marilyn's flirty lash look.

Marilyn's look can't be complete without red nails, to match the lips, try using Essie Nail Polish, in Garnet or Fifth Avenue, two vintage look red shades perfect for Marilyn's glamorous look.

Jewelry
 In real life Marilyn didn't wear too many jewels herself, but many of her characters - like Lorelei on the right - certainly did.

The Hollywood Collection has made some beautiful and faithful reproductions of her jewels.

There are so many but the "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes" is a real stunner - and just like Marilyn's.

Marilyn's character Lorelei had to do some sweet talking to get hers but you don't have to do that. The sparkling rock costs $55.00.

Another gorgeous item is the diamond teardrop necklace she wore in a photo for "How to Marry a Millionaire".

It's beautiful but not so glamorous that it couldn't be worn during the day, and is also an affordable $55.
 Diet And Body 

To get Marilyn's shape you'll have to be born with those curves, or go through a lot of surgery - as Marilyn's shape was all down to the genetics.

But, although you might not be able to copy her shape, you can work out and stay fit in the same way she did-

Marilyn went for regular jogs in the morning before breakfast, to keep in shape-20 years before the jogging craze started.

And Marilyn also lifted weights regularly to keep her upper arms toned, she kept a dumbbell at home to do this.

Before making her appearance singing Happy Birthday to JFK, Marilyn took an ice bath so her body would look good and firm in her skin tight dress. She was said to take ice baths quite often.

One of Marilyn's most beautiful dresses was the pink-red dress she wore in the movie, Niagara. Unlike her white halter dress this look doesn't scream Marilyn but still captures her gorgeous bombshell style.

Polka-dot print dresses inspired by Marilyn's Niagara number, complete with gathered bust, cap sleeves and the not too revealing triangle cut-out are on-line at the babygirlboutique.com website and cost $89.99.

And Dixiefried also have a fab copy of the Niagara dress, in a more vivid pink color (furtherest on right).

It's available at pinupgirlclothing.com and costs $96.00.

Black peep-toes, as seen on the models, will give you a classic vintage look but Marilyn is wearing strappy black heels with some crystals on the straps.

Get a similar look with Chinese Laundry's $79.95 "Frenchie" Sandals from endless.com
 

 

 

Amy Winehouse

Amy Winehouse Amy Jade Winehouse (born 14 September 1983)[1] is an English singer-songwriter, known for her eclectic mix of various musical genres including R&B, soul, and jazz.[2] Winehouse is best known for her powerful contralto vocals[3] and substance abuse and mental health issues.[4][5] Winehouse's 2003 debut album Frank was critically successful in the UK, and was nominated for the Mercury Prize. Her 2006 follow-up album Back to Black led to six Grammy Award nominations and five wins, tying the record for the most wins by a female artist in a single night, and made Winehouse the first British singer to win five Grammys,[6][7] including three of the "Big Four": Best New Artist, Record of the Year and Song of the Year. On 14 February 2007, she won a BRIT Award for Best British Female Artist; she had also been nominated for Best British Album. She has won the Ivor Novello Award three times, one in 2004 for Best Contemporary Song (musically and lyrically) for "Stronger Than Me", one in 2007 for Best Contemporary Song for "Rehab", and one in 2008 for Best Song Musically and Lyrically for "Love Is a Losing Game", among other prestigious distinctions. The album was the third biggest seller of the 2000s in the United Kingdom.[8] Winehouse has agreed to form a group with The Roots drummer ?uestlove.

Winehouse has been credited as being an influence in the rise in popularity of female musicians and soul music and revitalising British music. Winehouse's distinctive style has been the muse for fashion designers such as Karl Lagerfeld. The singer's problems with drug and alcohol abuse, as well as self-destructive behaviour, have become regular tabloid news since 2007. She and her former husband, Blake Fielder-Civil, were plagued by legal troubles that left him serving prison time. In 2008, Winehouse faced a series of health complications that threatened both her career and her life.[9][10]

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Hair Brushing Tips

Hair brushing performed properly stimulates healthy blood flow to the scalp nourishing the roots. It also helps to remove dirt, dust and similar toxins from the hair.

Proper brushing helps release sebum which helps keep the scalp healthy and moisturized. It also helps to remove potentially damaging tangles while adds a healthy shine.

While proper brushing can be helpful to the scalp and hair, it's important to only use hairbrushes crafted of natural boar bristle brushes.

While nylon or synthetic brushes are much less expensive they are not as healthy or beneficial for hair as a all natural boar bristle brush.

Natural bristles have tiny imbrications which naturally clean and add luster to tresses. Nylon bristles are only recommended for light hairstyling.
Hair Brushing Exceptions

Although brushing should always be a part of every cleansing cycle or scalp treatment, the following exceptions are important to follow.

Avoid brushing hair:

1. When hair is soaking wet or even damp.
2. Before the application of hair color including tints, toners, highlights and/or lowlights,
3. Before chemical hair treatments such as relaxers, strengtheners or related treatments.
4. When scalp is irritated or contains open sores, scratches or scabs.

Never use a comb to loosen scales, scabs or sores from their scalp.
Section Hair Before Brushing

Always section the hair in the following manner:

1. Part hair from the hairline to the nape of the neck down the center.
2. Create a section about 1/2" off the center parting to the crown of the head.
3. Hold this section of hair in the left hand between the thumb and fingers.

How To Brush

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Lay the brush (held in the right hand) with the bristles pointed down on the hair close to the scalp. Sweep the bristles the full length of the hair, rotating the wrist slightly in the process. Do not over brush or stroke hair too intensely.

After brushing the first section part the hair again 1/2"from the first parting. Continue sectioning hair and brushing until the entire head has been covered.

If your hair is shoulder length or longer section hair but brush from the bottom up.

Brush slowly and carefully to avoid ripping, snagging or tearing hair. When you reach the top of the head, use a smooth stroke all the way down.
Brushing Out Curls

A good hairstylist is a master of the art and technique of combing and brushing the hair.

The creative skills of the stylist can only be realized what the hair has been properly shaped and molded in order to produce and attractive and fashionable hairstyle. Proper lines, ridges, volume and indentations are brushed into the desired shape.

By applying good combing and brushing skills, the imaginative hairstylist can artistically create almost any hairstyle desired. Softness and evenness of hair flow are created by brushing, smoothing and combing.
Cleaning Your Brushes

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Brushes and combs need cleaning too. Try washing brushes once a week.

How To Clean:

1. Start the cleaning process by first removing hair from the bristles using another brush or a comb.
2. Once all the loose dust and hair is removed then fill a basin with lukewarm water and a few drops of shampoo.
3. Swish the brush through the sudsy water.
4. Rinse well with lukewarm water.
5. Allow brush to air dry.
Other Brush Tips

Use a natural boar bristle hairbrush with a wooden handle to reduce hair static. If all else fails, run a dryer sheet over your locks!

Never brush naturally curly hair since this can break up the natural texture patterns.

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For short hair a brush with soft bristles works best. For medium and long hair use a paddle brush for straight looks or a round brush to add curves and volume.

When possible keep a mini boar bristle brush available to pack in your suitcase or handbag for a trip or special event.
Summary

Choosing and using the correct brush for your hair type, texture, length and condition can make all the difference for creating healthy tresses.
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Social role

Hair has great social significance for human beings. It can grow on most external areas of the human body, except on the palms of the hands and the soles of the feet (among other areas). Hair is most noticeable on most people in a small number of areas, which are also the ones that are most commonly trimmed, plucked, or shaved. These include the face, ears, head, eyebrows, legs, and armpits, as well as the pubic region. The highly visible differences between male and female body and facial hair are a notable secondary sex characteristic.

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Indication of status

Healthy hair indicates health and youth (important in evolutionary biology). Hair colour and texture can be a sign of ethnic ancestry. Facial hair is a sign of puberty in men. White hair is a sign of age or genetics, which may be concealed with hair dye. Male pattern baldness is a sign of age, which may be concealed with a toupee, hats, or religious and cultural adornments. Although drugs and medical procedures exist for the treatment of baldness, many balding men simply shave their heads. Hair whorls have been discovered to be associated with brain development.

Hairstyle may be an indicator of group membership. During the English Civil War, the followers of Oliver Cromwell decided to crop their hair close to their head, as an act of defiance to the curls and ringlets of the king's men.[35] This led to the Parliamentary faction being nicknamed Roundheads. Having bobbed hair was popular among the flappers in the 1920s as a sign of rebellion against traditional roles for women. Female art students known as the "cropheads" also adopted the style, notably at the Slade School in London, England. Regional variations in hirsutism cause practices regarding hair on the arms and legs to differ. Some religious groups may follow certain rules regarding hair as part of religious observance. The rules often differ for men and women.

Many subcultures have hairstyles which may indicate an unofficial membership. Many hippies, metalheads, and Indian sadhus have long hair. Many punks wear a hairstyle known as a Mohawk or other spiked and dyed hairstyles; skinheads have short-cropped or completely shaved heads. Mullet hairstyles stereotypically have been associated with rednecks.[citation needed]

Heads were shaved in concentration camps, and head-shaving has been used as punishment, especially for women with long hair. The shaven head is common in military haircuts, while Western monks are known for the tonsure. By contrast, among some Indian holy men, the hair is worn extremely long.[citation needed]

The ethnically Manchu Qing Dynasty, beginning in the late seventeenth century China, ordered all Chinese citizens to adopt Manchurian hairstyles by shaving the front of their head and adopting a queue.[citation needed]

Regular hairdressing in some cultures is considered a sign of wealth or status. The dreadlocks of the Rastafari movement were despised early in the movement's history. In some cultures, having one's hair cut can symbolize a liberation from one's past, usually after a trying time in one's life. Cutting the hair also may be a sign of mourning.

Tightly coiled hair in its natural state may be worn in an Afro. This hairstyle was once worn among African Americans as a symbol of racial pride. Given that the coiled texture is the natural state of some African Americans' hair, or perceived as being more "African", this simple style is now often seen as a sign of self-acceptance and an affirmation that the beauty norms of dominant (northern/European) culture are not absolute. It is important to note that African Americans as a whole have a variety of hair textures, as they are not an ethnically homogeneous mixture, but an Ad-Hoc of many ethnicities, one component being African. It is also to note that "Afro Hair" is not universal in Africa as well, although is common among many "West African" ethnicities.[citation needed]

The film Easy Rider (1969) includes the assumption that the two main characters could have their long hairs forcibly shaved with a rusty razor when jailed, symbolizing the intolerance of some conservative groups toward members of the counterculture.

At the conclusion of the Oz obscenity trials in the UK, the defendants had their heads shaved by the police, causing public outcry. During the appeal trial, they appeared in the dock wearing wigs.[citation needed]

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Religious practices

Women's hair may be hidden using headscarves, a common part of the hijab in Islam and a symbol of modesty required for certain religious rituals in Orthodox Christianity. Orthodox Judaism endorses the use of scarves and other head coverings for women for modesty reasons as in Islam. Sikhs generally keep their hair uncut and men keep it tied in a bun on the head, which is then covered appropriately using a turban. Multiple religions, both ancient and contemporary, require or advise one to allow their hair to become dreadlocks, though people also wear them for fashion.

Portrait of a Woman, Alessandro Allori (1535 – 1607; Uffizi Gallery): a plucked hairline gives a fashionably "noble brow"

Style

So as in the future I plan to be a hairdresser, I am interested by all, that touches style. I am constantly interested in new tendencies in a hairdresser art: new hair-dos, new colors at painting, hair-cuttings, make-up, newest developments and technologies, known masters and others like that.