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American Idol to Declare Winner Tonight: Who Should Win?

May 23, 2012 @ 10:30 am

The 11th winner of American Idol will be announced tonight! We’re so curious to see who America will pick: Georgia native and Dave Matthews-sounding Phillip Phillips or 16-year-old California powerhouse and Whitney Houston-singing Jessica Sanchez? After all, this is the show that gave us Kelly Clarkson, Jennifer Hudson, and Carrie Underwood, so we’re hoping for another major superstar! Who do you think should win? Tell us by voting in the poll below! The finale airs at 8/7c.

Plus, see American Idol’s best transformations.

IDOL TRANSFORMATIONS!

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— Sharon Clott

Who Do You Think Looked Best This Week?

May 18, 2012 @ 5:15 pm

Kate Middleton, Lea Michele, Diane Kruger, Freida Pinto, Naomi Watts

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Our favorite outfits of this week—pulled from our Look of the Day top picks—epitomize glamorous gowns, sexy tailoring, and dazzling embellishments. Our top five include: Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge in teal Jenny Packham, Lea Michele in blush Emilio Pucci, Diane Kruger in lace-up Versus, Freida Pinto in Michael Angel sequins, and Naomi Watts in a Calvin Klein slip dress. Which one is your favorite? Vote in the poll below! More

— Caitlin Petreycik

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Poll: Do You Color Your Own Hair?

May 18, 2012 @ 2:20 pm

Is your hair color DIY? The “at-home colorist” is on the rise, as sales of do-it-yourself hair color reached almost $1.9 billion last year, The Wall Street Journal reports. At roughly $10 per kit, that’s almost 190 million boxes! We want to know: Do you dye your own hair? Tell us in our poll below!

Plus, see 11 tips you need to know before dyeing your own hair.

HAIR COLOR TIPS

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— Marianne Mychaskiw

Celebrity Hair Colors: Which Is Your Favorite?

May 16, 2012 @ 5:15 pm

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Summer’s around the corner, and it’s a perfect time to switch up your hair color. And the celebrities know it! These six stars underwent amazing hair transformations this year, and we want to know which hues you loved most. Vote for your top picks in the poll below.

Update: This poll is now closed.

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Charlize Theron and Kristen Stewart’s Sheer Black Gowns: Which Do You Prefer?

May 14, 2012 @ 4:45 pm

Across the pond, Charlize Theron and Kristen Stewart opened Snow White and the Huntsmen in London wearing coordinated sheer black gowns. As a representative of Christian Dior, Theron chose a look by the French fashion house with a see-through pleated skirt, while Stewart opted for a hand-stitched lace dress with embroidered skeleton illusion bodysuit by Marchesa. Tell us: Which do you prefer? Vote below!

See Kristen’s best looks ever!

Kristen's Outfits!

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— Sharon Clott

Kate Middleton in Jenny Packham: Which Look Do You Like Best?

May 12, 2012 @ 3:30 pm

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Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge stepped out yesterday in a teal, lace-trimmed gown by Jenny Packham—a designer she happens to adore. Previous Packham looks she’s worn include a pearlescent rose sequin gown with Swarovski crystals, a delicate floral silk dress, and an icy one-shoulder satin and chiffon creation. Tell us: Which Jenny Packham design is your favorite? Vote in the poll below and let us know! More

— Caitlin Petreycik

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Poll: Do You Prefer Scarlett Johansson’s Hair Red or Blond?

May 5, 2012 @ 12:00 pm

Scarlett Johansson is famous for her Monroe-esque honey curls. However, for her turn as the Black Widow in this weekend’s The Avengers, the actress dyed her hair a coppery red—just like her comic book alter-ego. Even though she looks gorgeous both ways, we want to know: Do you prefer Scarlett as with blond or red strands? Vote in the poll!

Plus, see Scarlett’s best beauty looks through the years!

SCARLETT'S TRANSFORMATION

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Who Was Best Dressed of the Week?

May 4, 2012 @ 6:00 pm

Jessica Alba, Scarlett Johansson, Reese Witherspoon, Lea Michele, January Jones

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Our favorite outfits of this week—pulled from our Look of the Day top picks—focus on graphic black and white. Our top five include: Jessica Alba in a trompe l’oeil Alice + Olivia sweater and printed Topshop pants, Scarlett Johansson in a mixed-print Preen ensemble, Reese Witherspoon in a jersey Monique Lhuillier gown, Lea Michele in a sequin Jenni Kayne LWD, and January Jones in a peplum Mary Katrantzou look. Which one is your favorite? Vote in the poll below and let us know! More