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Phelps arrives in Beijing with a longer, shaggier hair style

Michael Phelps swam the butterfly into his 8th Olympic Gold medal of the 2008 Olympics, with the hottest of mens hair styles  today . . . the buzz cut!  Phelps arrived in Beijing with a shaggy hair cut, facial hair and his big winning smile.  But, when he hit the pool he raced with a traditional buzz cut and a clean-shaven face.

Michael Phelps gave mens hair styles a setback when he arrived in Beijing

Ladies, I don’t have to tell you that with his perfect 6’4”/195lb body and boyish good looks, any hair cut is going to look good!  A buzz cut is simply a cool cut all year long, no matter what sport a guy is hooked on.  For any guy that wants a short, low-maintenance hair style, the buzz cut is the quickest and easiest haircut possible.  

A buzz cut will also be the quickest drying style any guy can have. Anyone can cut a buzz cut with clippers and a guard (usually between ¼ to ½ inch).  Just run the clippers all over the head and trim in front of the ears and along the neckline.  To achieve a masculine hairline, try to go for more of a square shape along the neckline, rather than rounded one.Most women will agree, the buzz cut is simply a great looking mens hair style. It tends to bring out the masculine features of the face as it makes the face look more defined and the jaw appear wider.

The buzz cut is also worn by some men to conceal thinning. Some male celebrities wear a crew cut or buzz cut that has been treated with a darker color on the top. From members of the armed forces, athletes, rescuers, rock stars and the cute guy next door, buzz cuts are all around us.  Looking short and neat, the buzz cut is the ideal mens hair style for both casual and formal situations. 

Congratulations to Michael Phelps, who sacrificed his longer hair style, for speed as he swam the butterfly in the American’s World Record win of the 4×100m medley relay and closed out the swimming completion at the Water Cube. 

Go USA!!   

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Fergie Pictures with her Bohemian Braids are everywhere

Take a look at the picture of Fergie’s awesome side hanging braid, that she wore to the 2008 Teen Choice Awards.  Isn’t she stunning!  She possessed a classic Bohemian hairstyle with her gown and her thick, fishtail braid.
“Fergie’s awesome side hanging braid”
Starting with a center part and a low pony tail at the nape of her neck, Fergie’s own hair is wrapped around extensions and braided in the fishtail style. There are two pieces of hair in the front hanging in face-framing curls.  The braid hanging over her shoulder looks great with her gown’s halter neckline. I love seeing her in that braid, it’s such a beautiful way to retrain hair and add dimension at the same time.  The long side braid has accompanied many evening gowns down the red carpet this year!

The act of braiding is an art form that has been passed down through many generations.  The more you braid, the better you will get at it, remember practice makes perfect!  It’s always best to braid hair when it’s dry.  When you braid wet hair it shrinks and dries tightly to the head, causing tension.  This tension can cause breakage and hair loss.  So remember to blow dry your hair before braiding!

You can create a fishtail braid like Fergie’s picture above for yourself.  First, start with a pony tail to gather your hair together.  Then separate the ponytail into two halves, take two strands from the outside of each half and pick up a piece of hair as you cross the strands over each other.  Repeat and work your way down until you reach the end of your braid, then secure it with an elastic band.  If you want, you can wrap a piece of hair around the elastic band to hide it.  It’s easier to do on dry, one length hair, but you can also braid layered hair if you use some smoothing gel on it.

As a stylist I think her bohemian braid was an awesome choice. Hopefully, Fergie’s braid will encourage more fun and trendy looks for long hair.