Kelly Clarkson's Airbrushing Controversy

kelly Clarkson's recent magazine front cover was airbrushed to ensure she looked "her personal best".

Self magazine has defended the decision to digitally slim down an image of the 'My Life Would Suck Without You' singer for their September issue.

Lucy Danziger, editor-in-chief of the women's health magazine, said in a posting on Self.com: "Do we retouch? Yes! Did we alter her appearance? Only to make her look her personal best.

"Of course we do retouching. We correct colour and other aspects of the digital pictures we take and then publish the best version we can.

Self magazine has defended the decision to digitally slim down an image of the 'My Life Would Suck Without You' singer for their September issue

"Did we publish an act of fiction? No. Not unless you think all photos are that. But in the sense that Kelly is the picture of confidence, and she truly is, then I think this photo is the truest we have ever put out there on the newsstand."

Danziger believes Kelly's altered appearance is "inspiring" to women, despite claiming the former 'American Idol' winner is a great role model because she doesn't care about her weight.

She said: "This is art, creativity and collaboration. It is meant to inspire women to want to be their best. That is the point.

"That is what we all relate to. Whether she is up or down in pounds is irrelevant (and to set the record straight, she works out and does boot-camp-style training, so she is as fit as anyone else we have featured in Self). Kelly says she doesn't care what people think of her weight. So we say, that is the role model for the rest of us."

In an interview with the magazine, the 27-year-old singer insisted she doesn't worry about her body even though she is often criticised for her fluctuating figure.

She said: "My happy weight changes. Sometimes I eat more, sometimes I play more. I'll be different sizes all the time.

"When people talk about my weight, I'm like, 'You seem to have a problem with it,' I don't. I'm fine! I've never felt uncomfortable on the red carpet or anything."

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Old Hairstyles are Making a Comeback

It seems that today's celebrities are now starting to bring hairstyles from the past and turning them into stunning fresh looks. Just be careful because with any hairstyle having the right clothing decor can make or break your hairstyle. Continue reading...

Changing Hairstyle Lengths

One of the primary parts of hairstyles, which is why it is presented here, is the hairstyle length. Hairstyle length can totally decide what types of looks can be achieved. Longer hairstyles can develop longer waves or fancy updos without the need for extensions. Medium lengths are very versatile and tons of distinctive looks can be produced like classic bobs and sleek simple cuts. Short hairstyles have wavered in popularity but women seem to love shorter hair because of it is easier to take care of and style. One of the hottest short hairstyles is definitely Natalie Portman's pixie cut which shows that short hairstyles do not fail to keep up in style with other hairstyle lengths. Because hair takes a while to grow out, changing hairstyle lengths can be pretty hard, especially changing from long to short. For shorter hairstyles, hair extensions and pieces have become popular accessories for fashioning longer hairstyles.

New years and new hairstyles often go hand in hand and discovering a new hairstyle sometimes involve changing the length of the hairstyle itself. The length of hair can produce varying hairstyles and is an integral part of any hairstyle. There are specific hairstyles that look better at certain lengths than others and sometimes a change in length can be very refreshing as women who have switched from longer locks to a short or mid-length know all to well. Continue reading...

Selecting the right hairstyles

Everybody is different and choosing hairstyles that match each person will depend on these difference. A person who is more into punk will desire wilder hairstyles to match where as a lawyer may have a more maintained hairstyle. Other aspects such as occasion and facial shape also equate into what type of hairstyles are best for each person. A person going to the beach may wear hairstyles that are more relaxed and down where a prom attending senior in high school may want a beautiful updo. Facial shapes also warrant diverse hairstyles. Hairstyles with sweeping bangs are a good choice for angular jawlines and can contribute to framing other facial shapes as well. The right hairstyles also include proper texture and color which are two of the most important elements. Everyone wants soft, beautiful hair but not everyone is that lucky. Thus different ways of adding extras to hairstyles including waves, curls, and braids may be better choices for some than others. Additional textures like choppy and sleek add variation to hairstyles. Color is one of the best ways to change hairstyles for totally different remakes. The possible hair colors; red, blond, brunette, and dark all have deviating shades that generate unique looks even with similar hairstyles. This is easily seen in the color changes of celebrities like Lindsay Lohan and Rachel McAdams who have interchanged many variant hair colors. These are all factors to think about before committing oneself to a hairstyle.