Katherine Moennig (33) has a short hairstyle that is edgy in both its cool cut and trendy color. Ombre is rarely successful, but this version works because of the layers. They break up the flatness and the extra texture also contributes to its success. Katherine's layered shag is modern but not outrageous since it is asymmetrical and has two tones which are low-contrast. It can look playful on the right woman because it's a borderline rock star style.
Kate Bolduan (30) gets the spotlight with a medium to long bob without bangs. It's not brand new or necessarily fashionable, but it is working for her very effectively. The major pluses are its pleasant shape, light layers, and pretty highlights. The blonde adds more pop because it contrasts with the dark separation of her hair from her face. Note the wide streak in the middle on top. Somehow the exposed roots don't take away anything from the quality of her "presentation." You can't really go wrong with something like this in the work place. It's neat and sharp. (Courtesy CNN)
J-Lyn is an African American singer who now sports an irregular hairdo. See the perks of inventive layering and highlighting? A path of blonde dashes marks the perimeter minus an inch or two. Her special fringe sweeps and dips with added weight making the lowest point in the center. The wow factor gets an additional boost with blonde extensions.