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Ambush! From librarian to ‘hot grandmother’

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 15:51:31 GMT

US Weekly contributor Jill Martin and hairstylist Louis Licari make over a retired librarian and a caretaker who has no time for herself, giving them both glamorous new looks.

Video: Fixing fashion faux pas

Wed, 8 Jul 2009 15:12:20 GMT

July 8: Glamour magazine’s Suze Yalof Schwartz hits the streets to help one woman fix her look. (Today Show)

4 tips for picking the perfect bridesmaid dress

Mon, 6 Jul 2009 22:06:40 GMT

Bridesmaid. The word alone makes most women cringe, unless you are the bride. It's time to do your closest circle of friends a favor — find them a dress they will want to wear on your big day, and again.

Video: Sexy summer hair

Mon, 6 Jul 2009 15:02:16 GMT

July 6: Celebrity stylist A. Dickey is showing the TODAY hosts simple ways to make any type of hair beautiful for the beach. (Today Show)

Look dashing without spending a dime

Sun, 5 Jul 2009 14:56:18 GMT

If your beauty upkeep has suffered right along with the stock market this year, cheer up, help is on the way! TODAY style editor Bobbie Thomas explains how to score free products and services this season.

11 celebrity looks we love (and loathe)

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 14:41:32 GMT

There’s a fine line between having a signature look (like Anna Wintour) and falling into a rut (think Paris Hilton). From Angelina Jolie's "cat eye" makeup to Miley Cyrus’s piles of waves, TotalBeauty.com shows how (and how not) to pull off a signature look.

Capri pants bare scourge of summer: ‘cankles’

Wed, 1 Jul 2009 13:31:44 GMT

Still obsessing about how your dimpled thighs, jelly belly or flappy arms look in a swimsuit? That’s so last summer. This year, there’s a new body part to fret over: the cankle.

Attending a wedding? Say ‘I do’ (to a good look)

Wed, 1 Jul 2009 15:09:27 GMT

Deciphering a wedding’s dress code can be more than a little confusing, and with so many dress styles available, the options are often overwhelming! TODAY style editor Bobbie Thomas offers clarity in the form of fashion tips for all types of affairs.

Save face with makeup that gives back

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 16:38:15 GMT

Want to soothe your lips — and your conscience? Do the right thing for your skin and the planet by choosing to buy feel-good beauty products. GreenDAY’s Marisa Belger shares her latest crushes.

Images: Star stylists make over Kate Gosselin

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 15:55:24 GMT

Should she go for a pixie crop? Maybe settle for Cameron Diaz's hair color? Find out how Hollywood hair gurus like Ted Gibson would reinvent the reality TV mom's tresses.

allDAY: Choo Choo! New designer deal coming

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 15:29:12 GMT

Never thought you’d live to see the day Jimmy Choo shoes became affordable? TODAY’s style editor Bobbie Thomas reports on the new collaboration between the high-end shoe designer and affordable retail chain H&M.

Video: Teens and plastic surgery

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 00:57:17 GMT

June 25: NBC’s chief medical editor, Dr. Nancy Snyderman, looks at the growing trend of teens getting plastic surgery. Psychiatrist Dr. Gail Saltz weighs in on whether teens are mature enough to make such a big decision. (Today Show)

Video: Sexy accents underneath the dress

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 14:05:08 GMT

June 24: Isabel Gonzalez Whitaker from In Style magazine shows off some undergarments brides can wear to get a smooth and sleek look. (Today Show)

Celebrities’ favorite eco-friendly totes

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 22:52:49 GMT

Check out the reusable bags that stars put into action when they reduce, reuse and recycle in high style.

Video: Woman gets ‘glamover’

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 14:33:12 GMT

June 22: Glamour magazine’s Suze Yalof Schwartz scoured the streets of New York to find the women who follow the dos and don’ts of fashion. One woman gets a makeover to update her look. (Today Show)

Slideshow: The 7 deadly skin sins

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 15:26:35 GMT

Want gorgeous skin? Start by making sure you don't commit any of these skin-damaging crimes. TotalBeauty.com explains how make your skin to look great well into your 80s.

Video: Throw a swap party and save

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 15:00:05 GMT

June 19: Fashion expert Jill Martin shows you how to throw a swap party and update your wardrobe without spending a dime. (Today Show)

Video: Swimwear for guys and girls

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 14:56:46 GMT

June 19: Nicole Phelps from Style.com and Tyler Thoreson from Men.Style.com show off the latest trends in swimwear. (Today Show)

Video: Take extra steps to protect your skin

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 14:10:17 GMT

June 19: Dermatologist Debra Wattenberg tells TODAY’s Ann Curry about some extra steps you can take to protect your skin from the sun. (Today Show)

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Makeover! Dads go from shaggy to stylish

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 15:59:36 GMT

GQ magazine editor Adam Rappaport and celebrity stylist Diana Schmidtke help two deserving fathers who constantly put their family before themselves.

Ring! Ring! Ring! Your dress is calling

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 19:35:48 GMT

Former Wimbledon champion Maria Sharapova presented a prototype dress to reporters that is designed to light up when the wearer's mobile telephone rings.

Personal puckers among summer’s best

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 17:22:01 GMT

Looking to freshen your look in anticipation of the summer sun? TODAY style editor Bobbie Thomas has the scoop on the season’s must-have items.

Images: Go inside 7 celebrity closets

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 19:31:23 GMT

Which reality-TV star owns over 500 pairs of jeans? Which heiress boasts over 200 handbags? InStyle.com profiles the envy-inducing wardrobes of Fergie, Eva Longoria Parker, Paula Abdul and more.

Chinese designer takes fashion to the dogs

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 14:01:24 GMT

Who says fashion is only for the catwalk? A Chinese designer is creating trendy tracksuits and elegant evening gowns for dogs, turning her passion for canines and couture into a booming business.

Teen reportedly admits she asked for tattoos

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 18:07:04 GMT

A Belgian teenager who had 56 stars tattooed on the side of her face admitted that she had lied about knowing what happened because she was afraid of her father's reaction, British media reported.

Video: Summer looks for less

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 15:17:01 GMT

June 15: Anne Slowey from Elle magazine shows you some hot summer styles you can get at low prices. (Today Show)

Ex-Miss Calif.: I lost title due to marriage stand

Fri, 12 Jun 2009 13:42:07 GMT

Former Miss California Carrie Prejean disputed a pageant official’s contention that she lost her title because she was not fulfilling her obligations. Instead, she said it was “because of the answer I gave on that stage,” referring to her defense of traditional marriage at the Miss USA pageant.

Video: Look thinner with a new haircut

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 14:09:09 GMT

June 15: Celebrity stylist Louis Licari shows you how a great haircut can make you look 10 pounds thinner. (Today Show)

New Miss California: I’m a uniter, not a divider

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 15:13:51 GMT

There will be no ideological campaigns waged by new Miss California USA Tami Farrell, who took over the title after controversial Carrie Prejean was relieved of it Wednesday. "I'm not being silenced for my beliefs," Farrell said. "I've been brought in to try to unify our state."

Video: Look better in your bra

Fri, 12 Jun 2009 13:04:22 GMT

June 12: One out of every three women is wearing the wrong bra size and doesn’t even know it. Glamour magazine’s Suze Yalof Schwartz points out some of the most common bra blunders, and ways every woman can look best in her undergarments. (Today Show)

162,000 women's robes recalled after 6 deaths

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 20:34:39 GMT

Consumers are being urged to immediately stop wearing a certain type of chenille robe made by Blair LLC due to a fire hazard that is believed to have killed at least six people. The robes were sold in Blair catalogs and on the company Web site, as well as Blair stores, from January 2003 through March 2009.

Make spring cleaning a stylish affair

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 20:39:46 GMT

For anyone who thought household chores could never be anything other than boring, it’s time to inject a little glam into your routine. Just try it out – you may literally find yourself whistling while you work.

Want new duds, but lack dough? Swap!

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 14:21:14 GMT

Swap parties are the hottest trend sweeping the country, and women nationwide are gathering to share and shop. It’s not only a cost-effective way to reinvent your style, but a glamorous way to go green!

What’s that clothing line? ‘First Lady Spring 2009’

Mon, 8 Jun 2009 20:54:26 GMT

Michelle Obama lived up to her sartorial reputation during her trip to Paris, sporting fashion-forward classics by top American designers. When together with Carla Bruni-Sarkozy, the pair could have been modeling an imaginary collection called “First Lady Spring 2009,” wrote one British newspaper.

allDAY: Swap it like it’s hot

Thu, 4 Jun 2009 21:33:36 GMT

What’s better than a shopping spree? A free spree! TODAY Style Editor Bobbie Thomas recently hosted a clothing swap party – the latest trend for ladies looking to save some cash.

12 best and worst celeb hairstyles for your face

Fri, 5 Jun 2009 14:49:02 GMT

What's the best cut and style for my face shape? It's one of the beauty questions most frequently asked by women. Here are some of the best and worst styles you can select for your face shape as seen on some of Hollywood's finest.

Video: Swimsuits for every age

Fri, 5 Jun 2009 14:15:02 GMT

June 5: Susan Swimmer of More magazine shows off the latest swimsuit trends for women over 40. (Today Show)

Miley Cyrus to design fashion line for Wal-Mart

Wed, 3 Jun 2009 19:11:08 GMT

The rock music-inspired line, which debuts in all stores in August, will be part of a triad of Wal-Mart-exclusive collections aimed at teens, with most items to sell for $12 or less.

allDAY: Sticker style at your fingertips

Wed, 3 Jun 2009 16:30:02 GMT

Say goodbye to polish! TODAY’s Style Editor Bobbie Thomas test-drives the latest celebrity trend: Minx, a solid nail coating that’s applied to your fingers like a sticker.

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Anti-aging products: What’s the catch?

Wed, 3 Jun 2009 17:56:38 GMT

In her book "The Mind-Beauty Connection," Dr. Amy Wechsler writes about what contributes to aging skin and how to fight it. In this excerpt, she explains why many anti-aging potions are more about packaging than product.

Video: Summer shorts for every shape

Tue, 2 Jun 2009 14:16:31 GMT

June 2: Rachel Zalis from Life & Style magazine shows you how to choose shorts that will flatter your figure. (Today Show)

Attended a fashion swap? Send us a photo!

Mon, 1 Jun 2009 22:28:20 GMT

Send us fun shots of how you traded wardrobes and we might publish them on TODAYShow.com!

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The 6 simple steps to perfecting eye makeup

Tue, 2 Jun 2009 15:37:08 GMT

Still haven’t mastered the fine art of eye makeup? Emmy Award-winning makeup artist Eve Pearl explains how to enhance your look — be it natural, sexy or smoky.

‘Manscaping’ ads building a buzz online

Fri, 29 May 2009 23:54:59 GMT

Procter & Gamble Co.’s Gillette brand is building a buzz with online videos offering men how-to instructions on shaving everything from back hair to lower regions.

Summer icons: BBQ, beer and ... blue jeans?!?

Thu, 28 May 2009 20:36:31 GMT

While warm weather often invites fabrics like silk, seersucker and cotton to take center stage, this season denim is in demand. According to TODAY style editor Bobbie Thomas, it’s the right time to have the blues.

The 12 best drugstore buys for hair, skin

Thu, 28 May 2009 22:31:17 GMT

Who says you need to empty your bank account on expensive skin and hair products? Save money with cheaper (but just as effective) beauty alternatives!

Making the most of mommy style

Fri, 29 May 2009 15:22:37 GMT

Who says being a mom means you can’t look great? TODAY style contributor Stacy London explains how busy parents can easily stay fashionable.

Beauty tips for a safe and sexy summer look

Tue, 26 May 2009 16:56:28 GMT

With some preparation and a few products, you can soak up the sun while avoiding splotchy skin, brittle hair and cakey makeup that can ruin even the best day at the beach.

Video: Solutions for your fashion emergencies

Thu, 28 May 2009 15:27:34 GMT

May 28: Us Weekly contributor Jill Martin shows off some products that will help you in a style emergency. (Today Show)

Video: All-time beauty bests

Thu, 28 May 2009 14:30:06 GMT

May 28: Beauty expert Jenn Falik shows TODAY’s Natalie Morales some of her favorite beauty products. (Today Show)

Video: Styling secrets revealed

Wed, 27 May 2009 15:14:29 GMT

May 27: Ambush Makeover stylist Arsen Gurgov shares some of his secrets to styling hair. (Today Show)

Video: Five fashion must-haves

Wed, 27 May 2009 14:05:40 GMT

May 27: Us Weekly contributor Jill Martin shows you five basic fashion items that every woman should have in her closet. (Today Show)

Video: Organizing your makeup bag

Tue, 26 May 2009 13:56:31 GMT

May 26: Makeup artist Bobbi Brown has advice on how you can highlight your look by using things that you already have in your makeup bag. (Today Show)

Skirted swimsuits are back with a modern edge

Tue, 26 May 2009 17:41:37 GMT

Many swimsuit brands — from Juicy Couture to Michael Kors — have reinvented the old favorite with varied skirt lengths, colors and patterns.

Video: Best shades for summer

Mon, 25 May 2009 16:52:40 GMT

May 25: Celebrity makeup artist Mally Roncal talks about how to choose the right sunglass frame for your face. (Today Show)

Take your hair color into your own hands

Fri, 22 May 2009 14:19:00 GMT

Want to skip a trip to the salon to save some cash? Learn how to properly care for your mane on a budget.

Skinny jeans give thigh nerve a painful pinch

Fri, 22 May 2009 12:08:54 GMT

Fashion's latest victim? Your thighs. Super-tight jeans can pinch a nerve and result in a condition called "tingling thigh syndrome."

Do you love your skinny jeans? Send photos

Fri, 22 May 2009 00:30:00 GMT

Is tighter better when it comes to your blue jeans? Send us a picture of yourself wearing your favorite pair of supertight denim, and tell us what you love about them.

Video: Dress for success for less

Fri, 22 May 2009 12:54:16 GMT

May 22: You don’t have to break the bank to stay in style. TODAY’s Amy Robach shows how thrift and consignment shops are doing big business in this sluggish economy. (Today Show)

This year's hot summer scent? You!

Wed, 20 May 2009 17:25:55 GMT

Whether you want to layer your locks with a little bit of scent, or carefully perfume all major pressure points, it’s possible to treat your nose to a variety of fresh and flirty notes.

Video: Get beautiful feet for summer

Thu, 21 May 2009 15:25:11 GMT

May 21: Podiatric surgeon Dr. Suzanne Levine shares tips on caring for your feet in the summer months. (Today Show)

Video: Beauty mistakes that age you

Thu, 21 May 2009 14:10:25 GMT

May 21: Linda Wells from Allure magazine shares some age-defying makeup tips that can keep you looking and feeling young. (Today Show)

13 celeb-inspired wedding hairstyles

Fri, 15 May 2009 17:31:22 GMT

There's no better way to achieve that look than by trying out a hairstyle seen on one of your favorite celebrities. Find wedding-worthy looks to fit the style of any bride or wedding, from a simple ceremony on the beach to a black-tie affair.

Beauty queen sues agency for sexual battery

Wed, 20 May 2009 16:44:45 GMT

The former Miss British Columbia has sued International Creative Management, claiming the firm and one of its top talent agents subjected her to unwanted sexual advances.

Video: Flattering looks for a stylish summer

Tue, 19 May 2009 15:37:12 GMT

May 19: Need look a bit taller or hide that tummy? People Style Watch's Lori Bergamotto helps viewers solve summer wardrobe worries. (Today Show)

Video: Turning back the clock on wrinkles

Tue, 19 May 2009 14:47:09 GMT

May 19: Research suggest nearly 75 percent of how your face ages is in your genes, but Harper’s Bazaar’s Avril Graham talks about recent studies that suggest you can manipulate the future of your face. (Today Show)

Video: Finding the right swimsuit for summer

Tue, 19 May 2009 14:42:50 GMT

May 19: US Weekly’s Jill Martin talks with TODAY’s Natalie Morales about tips to find the perfect swimsuit for any body type. (Today Show)

Top 10 places to buy swimsuits online

Fri, 15 May 2009 14:37:40 GMT

Ready to shop for that summer staple? These Web sites have great selections — from styles, sizes and prices — that are sure to fit your body and your budget.

Pageant official resigns after Miss Calif. flap

Wed, 13 May 2009 18:58:01 GMT

Pageant co-executive director Shanna Moakler has stepped down from her position in Miss California USA, claiming she no longer believes in the organization after yesterday's controversial press conference regarding Miss California Carrie Prejean.

'Born in the USA,' a fashionable rallying cry?

Wed, 13 May 2009 21:15:39 GMT

Despite The Boss’ best intentions, fashionistas may have a slightly different take on the singers’ iconic lyrics. TODAY’s Bobbie Thomas sings the praises of brands that boast all-American appeal.

Trump to Miss California: ‘You’re not fired’

Tue, 12 May 2009 15:35:19 GMT

Miss USA pageant co-owner Donald Trump announced that despite the controversy over her stand on gay marriage and racy pre-pageant photos that have surfaced, Carrie Prejean will retain the title of Miss California USA.

Miss California runner-up comments on fracas

Tue, 12 May 2009 13:12:55 GMT

With the fate of controversial Carrie Prejean’s Miss California USA title in the hands of Donald Trump as more topless photos of her surfaced, runner-up Tami Farrell, who would take over the crown, said that Prejean “was bound by a contractual obligation, and hopefully that’s what the decision is based upon.”

The 12 best and worst cities for your hair

Fri, 8 May 2009 18:39:56 GMT

Where you live has a huge impact on how your hair looks. TotalBeauty.com looked at humidity levels, pollution, rainfall, average wind speeds, sunshine, water hardness, demographics and more to find the cities with the best and worst conditions for hair.

Miss California crown decision expected

Mon, 11 May 2009 16:31:20 GMT

The Miss California USA pageant is expected to announce its decision over whether Carrie Prejean should keep her state crown amid allegations of contract violations.

Video: Exhibit explores decades of fashion

Mon, 11 May 2009 14:10:11 GMT

May 11: The power of clothing, fashion photography and the model is being explored in a new exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. TODAY’s Natalie Morales reports. (Today Show)

Video: The best in beauty

Mon, 11 May 2009 14:12:27 GMT

May 11: Carlotta Jacobson, president of Cosmetic Executive Women, shows off some of the products that won CEW Beauty Awards. (Today Show)

Video: Prepare your skin for summer

Fri, 8 May 2009 14:17:18 GMT

May 8: Dermatologist Dr. Debra Wattenberg gives advice on caring for your skin in the coming summer months. (Today Show)

Video: Manhattan fashion essentials

Fri, 8 May 2009 13:18:06 GMT

May 8: TODAY style editor Bobbie Thomas gives some tips on looking stylish in the Big Apple. (Today Show)

Pageant eyes Prejean for contract violations

Tue, 5 May 2009 21:40:50 GMT

The directors of the Miss California USA pageant are looking into whether title holder Carrie Prejean violated her contract by working with a national group opposed to gay marriage and by posing semi-nude when she was a teenage model.

Video: The woman behind Spanx

Tue, 5 May 2009 15:11:52 GMT

May 5: Sara Blakely, the founder of Spanx, tells Hoda Kotb and Kathie Lee Gifford how she came up with the idea. (Today Show)

Have a fashion question for Stacy London?

Wed, 17 Sep 2008 21:30:06 GMT

Need some style advice? E-mail TODAY and Stacy might help you!

Video: Easy ways to brighten your day

Mon, 4 May 2009 14:18:30 GMT

May 4: Dannielle Kyrillos from Daily Candy shows off some fun and colorful products that will make you happy without breaking the bank. (Today Show)

Short on cash? Look good for less

Sat, 2 May 2009 17:15:49 GMT

From dual-tip pens to triple-threat treatments, TODAY Style editor Bobbie Thomas presents a roundup of multifunctional items.

Miss California vs. pageant officials: It’s war

Thu, 30 Apr 2009 14:02:49 GMT

As she helped the National Organization for Marriage launch a campaign against same-sex unions, Carrie Prejean was harshly criticized by pageant officials who had backed her as Miss California USA. “I was attacked for giving my own opinion,” she said. “I’m going to do whatever it takes to protect marriage.”

Video: Cartier turns 100

Thu, 30 Apr 2009 13:16:12 GMT

April 30: TODAY’s Meredith Vieira talks to Bernard Fornas, the CEO of Cartier, about a new exhibition that celebrates the jeweler’s 100 years in the bauble business. (Today Show)

After 100 days, first lady still a fashion icon

Thu, 30 Apr 2009 14:16:54 GMT

Every decision President Barack Obama has made over the past 100 days has been analyzed this way and that. The same could be said for first lady Michelle Obama, and nothing has been more widely discussed than her wardrobe choices.

Video: Donna Karan talks fashion

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 15:02:35 GMT

April 29: TODAY’s Hoda Kotb and Kathie Lee Gifford talk to fashion designer Donna Karan about Urban Zen, her new line of T-shirts. (Today Show)

The perfect skin diet: 10 foods for your face

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 14:25:16 GMT

Eating right is as good for your complexion as it is for the rest of your body. Feed it the foods it’s starving for.

At hair fantasy contest, much ado about a ’do

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 15:01:37 GMT

Once the province of shopping mall mavens, gum-snappin' waitresses and Amy Winehouse, bouffant was in and big hair was beautiful — if only for one night — at the International Hair Fantasy Competition.

Hot mama! Pregnant women can still have style

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 20:44:27 GMT

Being pregnant doesn't have to mean hiding inside a muu-muu. Today there are several stores selling maternity fashions that are perfectly suited for the runway, the red carpet and real life.

The 15 best Sephora buys

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 19:37:04 GMT

Sephora really is the beauty junkies' paradise — so many products, you could spend days sampling. To save you time (and money!), TotalBeauty.com readers rated which products are worth the credit card swipe.

Video: Go green and look great

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 14:15:02 GMT

April 24: Kelly Magill of Positively Green magazine shows how to green your beauty routine. (Today Show)

Ditching shampoo a dirty little beauty secret

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 12:52:21 GMT

Some hair stylists and dermatologists say going a few extra days between shampoos — or junking the stuff entirely — could actually benefit your tresses.

Take on a ‘hole’ new spring wardrobe

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 20:05:03 GMT

Say bye-bye to buttoned-up, neat clothing — what’s new literally looks old right now. TODAY’s Bobbie Thomas examines the season’s worn, torn and lived-in look.

5 myths about thinning hair debunked

Tue, 21 Apr 2009 20:34:39 GMT

Hair loss can be caused by a medical issue — or it can be simply a consequence of aging. Here, the myths and facts about thinning hair.

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Stiletto sergeant runs high heel boot camp

Tue, 21 Apr 2009 17:03:06 GMT

Want to look sexy instead of silly while wearing the tallest of heels? Class is in session, and model Anastassia Khozissova is ready to whip you into shape.

Video: Be fashionably green

Tue, 21 Apr 2009 14:31:50 GMT

April 21: Us Weekly contributor Jill Martin shows off some great environmentally friendly styles. (Today Show)

Hollywood's hottest men of style

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 17:18:20 GMT

Which TV heartthrob hates "super-fashiony stuff"? Which silver-screen star takes too much time and effort to "look rumpled"? InStyle.com profiles the interesting style habits of Hollywood's leading men.

Struggle with makeup? Tips to look flawless

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 18:54:11 GMT

Most women love to wear makeup to feel pretty and take years off their face, but with all the products out there, it’s hard to know what to buy and how to use it. Celebrity makeup artist Eve Pearl reveals her simple steps on picking and applying the right shade.

Miss North Carolina crowned Miss USA

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 04:07:10 GMT

The 22-year-old aspiring motivational speaker fulfilled her “lifelong dream” of being crowned Miss USA 2009.

Slide show: Miss USA 2009

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 04:21:36 GMT

Find out which all-American beauty beat out 50 other girls for the coveted crown.

Your Career: Time for extreme makeover?

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 15:25:06 GMT

Sloppy attire and a lack of grooming are not going to cut it in this economy, human resource managers say, no matter what the industry. So you may have to turn up the style-o-meter.

Get designer duds at discount prices

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 14:23:37 GMT

The state of the global economy has made affordable and alternative outlets for clothing designers necessary. TODAY style editor Bobbie Thomas explores the ever-growing list of collaborations between high-end producers and mass-market stores.

Video: Web only: Bobbie Thomas chats with Kate Moss

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 14:13:28 GMT

April 16: TODAY style editor Bobbie Thomas chats with supermodel Kate Moss and checks out some of her designs at Topshop. (Today Show)

Video: Serena Williams’ new jewelry line

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 15:08:58 GMT

April 16: Tennis star Serena Williams shows off her new jewelry line and gives TODAY’s Hoda Kotb and Kathie Lee Gifford some tennis tips. (Today Show)

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12 best and worst conditioners

Mon, 13 Apr 2009 19:45:46 GMT

Soft, shiny, compliment-worthy hair starts in the shower — you just need to use the right product for your hair type. TotalBeauty.com readers bravely tried (nearly!) all of 'em and rated which are worthy of your hard-earned cash.

The 10 commandments of anti-aging

Tue, 14 Apr 2009 12:17:06 GMT

The 10 commandments of anti-aging — handed down from on high by the best dermatologists in the country.

Video: Boho-chic looks for summer

Tue, 14 Apr 2009 14:54:22 GMT

April 14: Essence magazine's Angela Burt-Murray is showing inexpensive looks that can take your wardrobe from spring to summer. (Today Show)

Video: Turn one suit into five outfits

Fri, 10 Apr 2009 13:08:19 GMT

April 10: Stylist Lloyd Boston shows you how to turn one pantsuit into five different stylish looks. (Today Show)

Video: Protecting your skin from beauty treatments

Wed, 8 Apr 2009 13:18:16 GMT

April 8: Cindi Leive from Glamour magazine and dermatologist Dr. Jeanine Downie discuss some of the precautions you should take before getting cosmetic procedures like Botox or chemical peels. (Today Show)

InStyle reveals the 15 best beauty buys

Fri, 3 Apr 2009 20:31:58 GMT

Six months, 163 interviews and thousands of product samples later, InStyle reveals the expert product picks for makeup, hair, skin care and nails at a range of prices. Find out what's worth the credit card swipe.

Washout! 12 best and worst shampoos

Mon, 30 Mar 2009 17:27:25 GMT

While there are great shampoos out there, there are also plenty of downers lurking in the aisles. Before you fall for attractive bottles and their empty promises, TotalBeauty.com shares top beauty product reviews.

Briefs that boost among beauty’s best

Wed, 25 Mar 2009 19:06:46 GMT

From shapewear for him (yes, really) to a lipstick that takes on different colors based on your skin chemistry, TODAY’s Bobbie Thomas has the scoop on the latest fashion, beauty trends.

Video: Sunglasses for every face

Fri, 27 Mar 2009 14:19:02 GMT

March 27: Celebrity stylist Sarah Shirley gives tips on finding the right pair of shades for your face. (Today Show)

Why all the fuss over a first lady's bare arms?

Tue, 24 Mar 2009 16:18:00 GMT

"The Right to Bare Arms," "Sleevegate," "Up in Arms," — never before, surely, has a set of bare arms launched so much discussion (or headlines) than in the weeks since Mrs. Obama appeared sleeveless at her husband's speech to Congress in chilly February.

Four DIY solutions to stay on-trend

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 14:25:08 GMT

There’s no need to splurge on the latest items to stay on-trend — you can turn older, everyday items into high-fashion fabulousness. TODAY’s Bobbie Thomas explains how to incorporate four of spring's hottest trends onto pieces from your very own closet.

Video: ‘Top Model’ hopefuls on chaos

Tue, 17 Mar 2009 12:08:08 GMT

March 17: TODAY’s Natalie Morales talks to three women who were waiting to audition for “America’s Next Top Model” when things turned chaotic. (Today Show)

Worst celebrity hair trends of all time

Fri, 13 Mar 2009 18:24:38 GMT

Tyra Banks' crazy crimping? Scarlett Johansson in a mullet? Even good celebrities can have truly bad style days. Check out the seven star hair trends we'd like to leave in the past — and don't try them at home.

Slide show: Ooh la la! Images of Paris Fashion Week

Tue, 10 Mar 2009 18:09:44 GMT

The stars come out for Paris Fashion Week – along with a panoply of outrageous, kitschy styles.