Kellie Pickler looked FIERCE on the CMT red carpet, still lean and lithe from DWTS, her short, androgynous, under layered cut with mega polish was a beautiful compliment to her cutout backless gown. Read more after the jump.

With Bonnaroo, Lollapalooza and Glastonbury coming up, a girl needs to figure out what to do with the hair. Something chic but chill = BRAID – the perfect way to look cool in the mosh pit and out….

Sam Villa was inspired by classic French Twists and Petal Coifs for this modern textured twist that can dress up any prom frock, as well as add polish and sophistication to any wedding gown. Get the steps…

A lot of girls are taking sections of the front temple areas, braiding them and just pulling them across the back of the occipital and gripping. Watch Sam take this simple braiding technique and turn it into a conversation piece! Learn the “S” Braid Technique…

The new trend is creating texture with color, and come spring, there will be a big change in hair color. Weʼve been seeing pastels for a while now, Katy Perry, Nicki Minaj – this season they will be in full force – purples, oranges, pinks, blues. How do you adapt this trend for guests? Read more…

Let’s awaken the Up Style! The “Bubbles” technique has turned into a show favorite and stylists are using this technique and customizing it in the salon to create some incredible up styles! What you are going to experience here is ‘wow factor”! This technique is really simple – learn it now…

The blow dry is back and it’s better than ever! Super sleek is a given, and texture and volume are an option. The best finishes, both sleek and textured, can be achieved by following these simple Do’s and Don’ts…

Trends can be tricky…some clients want to be told what’s in, and adopt the looks even if they don’t suit them, but most clients are more interested in looks that fit their lifestyle and neighborhood, yet look modern. Read more…

Today’s texture is loose, it’s critical for adding movement and life to a silhouette, and a razor is ideal for taking weight out and breaking up quickly…it slices hair at an angle, so the base of the hair strand remains wider than the end, creating softness and movement. Read more…

Hairdressers have been using chemicals to alter the surface of hair for years – color seals and adds shine, perms add curl and define, and straighteners calm and reduce frizz. Now there’s another option, the Sam Villa Signature Series TEXTUR Iron alters hair’s texture and gives stylists the ability to expand a silhouette or alter the surface, instantly.