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Elle
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Elle
A Pixie Cut For Thick Hair Can Be Transformational - Here's How To Do it Right
Pixie cuts are the ultimate statement haircut; short, choppy and completely exposing in the best way. Where long hair can be used as an accessory to shy behind, there's no hiding behind a bold, powerful pixie cut. On fine hair, the cut can be relatively effortless to achieve – for naturally thick hair, it's a completely different story. Similarly to getting a dramatic bob haircut, nobody should venture into the world of pixie cuts without the help of an expert stylist. 'Having a pixie isn't just a haircut. It's a whole vibe,' says Hershesons' hairstylist Dale Herne. 'With short hair, there's something really empowering about it. But it's not just about the hair itself. You've got to think about how it's going to work with your lifestyle, your energy, and your overall look.' Here, he outlines the need-to-know details of getting a pixie cut for thick hair, including how to style it. Unfortunately, getting a pixie cut for thick hair is far more complicated than just buzzing or snipping your lengths. There are many elements to consider beyond just looking at your face shape and hair texture. 'When you're getting a pixie on thick hair, it's got to be cut extremely well,' explains Herne. 'You need to loosen it up at the root when removing weight or adding texture — otherwise, it can end up looking like a little microphone, or even a small afro. A pixie is all about movement and texture. If it's cut too thick or heavy, it'll just sit there as a silhouette of hair, instead of giving you that lived-in texture and flow.' While we always recommend taking a reference photo to your appointment too, it's important to remember than not all styles will necessarily work for thicker hair densities. 'When it comes to what type of pixie suits thick hair, that's a tricky one. Because when you're cutting hair, it's never one-size-fits-all,' he adds. 'It's about what suits the person. Their face shape, their bone structure, and their character.' That being said, when done right, a pixie cut for thick hair can be totally transformational. Just don't skip the consultation appointment first. Surprisingly, pixie cuts also require a certain level of styling finesse. It's very rarely as simple as waking up and stepping out as is. 'Whatever pixie you go for, the key to styling thick hair is to keep the texture soft and defined,' says Herne. 'Misting in Air Dry Spray UV gives that undone, natural finish — adds grit, definition, and movement — without weighing the hair down. Plus, the built-in UV protection helps keep the hair healthy and protected, especially in the summer.' ELLE Collective is a new community of fashion, beauty and culture lovers. For access to exclusive content, events, inspiring advice from our Editors and industry experts, as well the opportunity to meet designers, thought-leaders and stylists, become a member today HERE. Katie Withington (she/her) is the Beauty Writer, at ELLE UK and Harper's Bazaar. Working alongside the ELLE UK Beauty Team, she covers all things beauty for both print and digital, from finding backstage make-up trends at London Fashion Week and investigating buzzy skincare ingredients, to unzipping the beauty bags of Hailey Bieber and Margot Robbie. Prior to joining ELLE UK in 2022, Katie studied (BA) Fashion Journalism at London College of Fashion and has previously contributed to Red, Good Housekeeping and Prima.
Perth Now
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Burlesque star Dita Von Teese bans zips from her striptease costumes
Dita Von Teese has "never considered" using a zip as part of her striptease. The 52-year-old burlesque star believes she is the "most famous stripper in the world", and as a result she doesn't want to take the easy option of ever using a costume with a zip - because Dita insists she should be doing something "more complicated than anyone else". Speaking to Harper's Bazaar magazine, she said: "I worked with a costume designer once who asked me, 'Have you ever thought of using a zip?' I said, 'No, I've never even considered it, not even once.' Instead we try and come up with maniacal ways of doing a striptease. "You can't be the most famous stripper in the world and not be doing some s**t that's more complicated than anyone else. "You want to figure out how to make it harder, how to level it up." Dita's costumes are her "biggest extravagance in life", and she even keeps a record of how easy or hard it was to get out of her incredible outfits. She said: "Costumes are my biggest extravagance in life and they have to be otherworldly. "None of the costumes in my show are things you can wear or buy on the street. "I have a little book where I keep a score: me vs the costume. "When I did Crazy Horse I wore this incredible pearl corset and it was like a Houdini trick to get out of, and that's the point. "I like to create something absurd that no one else would take on." Dita keeps in shape for her shows by doing weights, Pilates and barre classes, but she is not "obsessed" with exercise. She added: "I don't get obsessed with it. "I tell myself that my body is strong and I work out when I can. "Sometimes I choose between sleep and exercise. Doing the shows all the time keeps me at a certain physical level."
Daily Mirror
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
'Charlize Theron and Kris Jenner are dating younger men for one clear reason'
From Charlize Theron to Kris Jenner, an expert explains why older women in Hollywood are dating younger men and why the controversial trend might becoming more popular Age gap relationships in Hollywood are nothing new – but Charlize Theron still managed to cause a social media furore after admitting to sleeping with a younger man on a recent Call Her Daddy podcast. Now it seems she's beckoning a new era: of cougar romances. In a candid discussion about her dating life with host Alex Cooper, the 49-year-old actress said that she's only had a few one-night stands in her life. However, she added: "But I did just recently f**k a 26-year-old, and it was really f**king amazing." She then asked herself: "Oh, f**k, I should have done this in my 20s." Then jokingly added: "Who has f**king time for dates and shaving and waxing and makeup? I've got two children that have to go to school the next [day]." Her story was quick to provoke backlash on X. 'Uhh, why is she talking about this openly?' a commenter asked. 'I could not feel attraction to a man that could be the age of my son. Yucky,' another wrote. However, there were others who were far more supportive. 'And what is the problem? They both are adults, right? Let people live their lives as they want,' one user said. Another pointed out the double standard in attitude towards men and women: 'And? If [Leonardo] DiCaprio or Elon [Musk] can, why can't she?' She's far from the only woman in Hollywood to see the appeal in younger men. Massive stars like Tracee Ellis Woods, Madonna and even the world 's most famous momager Kris Jenner have publicly dated younger men. Kris Jenner, 69, first met 44-year-old Corey Gamble at a party in 2014 and eventually made their relationship Instagram-official the following year. In a 2024 confessional from The Kardashians, she admitted that she initially had her doubts about the 25-year age gap. "I used to say to Corey all the time when I first started dating him, like why do you want to date somebody who is older than you? I didn't get the age gap, and then he taught me that age is just a number," Kris said. "It's a f**king big number, but it's a number!" Meanwhile, Madonna has had a history of dating younger men – most recently 28-year-old Akeem Morris. In a 2017 interview with Harper's Bazaar, the 66-year-old said: "I have lovers who are three decades younger than me. This makes people very uncomfortable. I feel like everything I do makes people feel really uncomfortable." Black-ish star Tracee Ellis-Woods also recently came out to express her preference for dating younger men. On the IMO podcast, hosted by Michelle Obama and her brother Craig Robinson, the 52-year-old said: 'A lot of men my age are steeped in toxic masculinity and have been raised in a culture where there is a particular way that a relationship looks." "There is a difference. There is an openness that occurs with a younger man around, whether it's gender fluidity or not even having an issue with homosexuality — something as basic as that," she added. So, are we seeing a rise in 'cougar' relationships? Hope Flynn, relationship expert and founder of So what?, says this sentiment that younger men are more open is fairly common. She explained: 'The appeal of dating younger men often lies in their energy, enthusiasm and fresh perspectives on life. They may bring a sense of adventure, spontaneity and openness to new experiences.' For more stories like this subscribe to our weekly newsletter, The Weekly Gulp, for a curated roundup of trending stories, poignant interviews, and viral lifestyle picks from The Mirror's Audience U35 team delivered straight to your inbox. She continues: 'This dynamic can really boost a woman's confidence and create a rejuvenating and playful connection. 'Age-gap relationships' are no longer just limited to older men and younger women, as we are seeing a rise in relationships that don't follow traditional 'age rules'.' Part of the trend is also coming from women's increased autonomy. 'Over the years women have become more and more independent, we are more educated than ever, we can pay our own bills and all of these things contribute to allowing older women to pursue relationships with younger guys as they no longer have to be dependent on a man.' The shift is also coming from men too. Hope adds: 'Younger guys are also increasingly attracted to the independence and maturity that older women have to offer. This can make for a good relationship as younger men have less pressure to be the sole provider within a relationship like they used to years ago.'
Daily Mirror
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Simone Ashley confirms Bridgerton return after being cut out of F1 movie
Sex Education star Simone Ashley will return to screens in the fourth season of Bridgerton, and the actress has opened up about filming intimate scenes for the hit Netflix show Bridgerton sensation Simone Ashley has opened up about feeling "very safe and comfortable" while shooting steamy scenes for the smash-hit series, Bridgerton. The star of Sex Education, who is also on the cusp of dropping her first album, labelled the Netflix sensation Bridgerton as pure "fantasy". Speaking to Harper's Bazaar, she said: "It's about, 'What if?' and how love conquers all. Bridgerton represents nudity with a sense of romance, and I felt very safe and comfortable in what I was choosing to show to the world." With the fourth instalment of the period drama set to hit screens next year, Ashley shared with the publication: "'That show just gets bigger and bigger. Everyone has gone off to do incredible things, but we come back and it's like time hasn't moved." Recounting her bold move to Los Angeles at the tender age of 18, she revealed: "I was really scrappy. Since I was little, if I wanted something, I would do anything I could to get it. So, I took some modelling jobs to pay the bills and got into acting through that." Gracing the digital cover of Harper's Bazaar, Ashley divulged that her upcoming album was born out of a recent split. She explained: "It's going to be somewhat confessional... and beautiful and messy. "Good songs don't come from times when my life is regimented and predictable. They come when I am feeling vitality, and usually you either feel that way when your heart's broken, or you're euphoric. This work has been an amazing channel to put all those feelings into." For more stories like this subscribe to our weekly newsletter, The Weekly Gulp, for a curated roundup of trending stories, poignant interviews, and viral lifestyle picks from The Mirror's Audience U35 team delivered straight to your inbox. This new career move comes after Ashley's recent role in rom-com Picture This. Following the release of that movie, the Bridgerton star opened up about the importance of diversity in romantic-comedies. The Sex Education icon, who was born to Tamil parents, stars as photographer Pia - who is juggling a failing business while dealing with the arrival of her ex and her parents' concern for her love life. The feel-good movie was released on Amazon Prime Video on 6 March and also stars Hero Fiennes Tiffin. She added: "I would say the younger me is kind of like, 'Oh my gosh, we did a rom com and it's an Indian girl leading it!'" Although she wishes she could have seen diverse characters when she was younger, she hopes Picture This helps with it. She said: "To put it simply... When it comes to this movie, I just want brown women to have it and to just win!" Help us improve our content by completing the survey below. We'd love to hear from you!
Irish Examiner
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Examiner
Clodagh Finn: Carmel Snow, the Irish Anna Wintour who reshaped US fashion
Carmel Snow, the influential Irish woman who transformed US fashion magazine Harper's Bazaar, was born Carmel White in Dalkey in 1887. Had she been a fan of the double-barrel name, she would have become Carmel Snow-White. I love that quirky if little-quoted fact, not least because it shows our insistence on shoehorning trailblazing women, such as Carmel and the in-the-news phenomenon that is Anna Wintour, into fairytale stereotypes. Women with power, influence and fearsome reputations are no Snow Whites, of course; they are cast as cartoonish wicked women. Or devil women. For proof, look no further than the box-office sensation, The Devil Wears Prada, the film supposedly based on Wintour. Mind you, as steely editor of Runway magazine, the wondrous Meryl Streep (Miranda Priestly), offered us a poised and immensely entertaining version of female wickedness, one which we will happily see again soon. News that a sequel has just gone into production lands hot on the heels of confirmation that Anna Wintour is stepping down from her role as editor-in-chief of Vogue. Anna Wintour who is to step aside from her role as the day-to-day editor of American Vogue, with the magazine hiring a new head of editorial content. HISTORY HUB If you are interested in this article then no doubt you will enjoy exploring the various history collections and content in our history hub. Check it out HERE and happy reading She is not stepping back, though. Make no mistake about that. Anna Wintour, the woman lauded for revitalising the celebrated magazine and chairing the annual Met Gala, will continue to work as Condé Nast's global chief content officer. There has been much coverage of the woman herself — her razor-sharp bob, her trademark sunglasses, her achievement in fashion-empire building and her icy demeanour. At least there is also some recognition that she is a real person behind the curated image. I like this description of the personal Wintour from fashion editor Jess Cartner Morley: 'In private, [she] is devoted to her family, is a tennis superfan, a passionate supporter of the arts and a witty and phenomenally well-read conversationalist.' Maybe she is glued to Wimbledon right now. One of the many things I admire about her is her sense of humour. Here's a fine example: She turned up to the London premiere of The Devil Wears Prada musical wearing Prada. And she told reporters that it was up to the public to decide if she and Miranda Priestly were 'twinsies'. Though we might not like to think so, we — the observing public — will never be able to make an informed choice about that because it is impossible to get behind the caricatural Anna of the headlines. There is, however, one undeniable fact in all of it: Anna Wintour is 75 years old and she is still at the top of her game. In all the coverage, that single figure is the one that remains after the clichés and wooden generalisations drain away. Having this elegant, high-powered executive back in the news also gives us a joyous occasion to recall the Irishwoman who was the Anna Wintour of her day. Or maybe that should be the other way around — Wintour is the Carmel Snow of her day. Happily, this Irish 'icon of impeccable style', editor of Vogue and transformer of Harper's Bazaar is now quite well-known, but that is recent. When, in the 1990s, writer and TV producer/director Anne Roper first came across a reference to her, she had been all but forgotten. American fashion journalist Carmel Snow (1887 - 1961) attends a function in London in 1956. Picture: Getty Images After reading this tantalising footnote in Truman Capote's biography — 'The remarkable Mrs Snow, Dublin-born, had transformed Harper's Bazaar from a simple fashion magazine into a haven for the new and daring, in photography and design as well as fiction' — Roper rang the magazine's New York offices to find out more. They had only vague memories. Then she came across her out-of-print memoir, The World of Carmel Snow, and began the process of writing this tenacious and supremely talented woman back into the public consciousness. Let's start with a bit of name-dropping to put her importance into context. To quote none other than Capote again: 'Diane Vreeland was her fashion editor. Alexey Brodovitch, who designed for the Ballets Russes, was her art director. There was no question, Bazaar was the magazine to work for.' Capote was a contributor along with Katherine Anne Porter, Evelyn Waugh, Frank O'Connor, Louis MacNiece and Maeve Brennan. As she put it herself, Carmel Snow was creating a magazine for 'well-dressed women with well-dressed minds'. She discovered Balenciaga, Christian Dior and Hubert de Givenchy. She gave Cartier-Bresson his first magazine assignment, and counted Coco Chanel, Colette, Salvador Dali, Liam O'Flaherty and Noel Coward as friends. Her vision was an immediate success. She took over Harper's Bazaar in 1935, tripling the circulation in jig time. It happened by accident, in a sense. Or rather due to the tragic death of her businessman father Peter White who died suddenly in Chicago in 1893 while setting up the Irish village, a showcase of Irish history, culture and industry, at the World Fair. Carmel's mother, Anne White, took over from him and did an exceptional job. A commemorative stamp of Carmel Snow. Picture: An Post The 'very capable and charming Mrs Peter White', as one newspaper described her, decided to stay in the US and open a craft shop. She later took over a dressmaking firm with a workroom of over 250 fitters and seamstresses who produced Parisian haute couture for the US market. Carmel later recalled her mother's 'momentous decision' to stay on and take over with admiration. 'Her determination had taken her a long way in that period when women, particularly Irish women, seldom ventured,' she wrote. Her mother's career brought Carmel to America and introduced her to the fashion world. She accompanied her mother on buying trips to Paris where she met Coco Chanel and witnessed the 'birth of the revolution in fashion'. She moved to the city — after a failed love affair, apparently — and worked for the Red Cross during WWI. Her big break into the fashion world came in the early 1920s when she filled in for a New York Times fashion correspondent who couldn't make one of the Paris fashion shows. Her copy was so good it led to a column in that paper and later a job as assistant fashion editor in Vogue. 'For the first day, I got myself up to kill. I wore a smart, but dead black crepe-de-chine dress and jacket from Vionnet, the exciting new Paris designer whose bias cut was so subtle I was proud of myself for recognising that here was an artist in fashion,' she wrote. Her subsequent career at Harper's has been well-covered; here was an early high-flier who did not let the birth of her children slow her down: 'I was never without a baby under the desk.' Much attention has been paid to her drinking in later life, too, and the dignity-stripping reality of that, but let us hope that serves as a reminder that people, even talented and successful ones, have feet of clay. I did not discover until this week, however, that she wrote a six-part series published by the Evening Echo in 1953. Here's a flavour of it: 'To wear the new Dior line, you cannot have a spare tire [sic]. What you need is a spare rib. You must have a concave stomach and pretty well nothing to sit on. You must be slender as a willow and as few of us are this, we must be prepared to be stern with ourselves.' Plus ça change. Although I do, naively perhaps, hold out hope for change. The collective noun for those at a publication's helm is, I read somewhere, 'a revision of editors'. How nicely put. Maybe we can now revise the caricatures we sketch for the women who sit in that hot seat.
