Celebrity Stylist Jen Atkin created an elegant look for Jessica Alba at the ‘An Evening with Ralph Lauren’ hosted by Oprah in NYC. Hairstyle Inspiration: A Chinese-inspired, classy updo with an Asian twist.

Jessica Alba At The  ‘An Evening with Ralph Lauren’ hosted by Oprah

How to get Jessica Alba’s hairstyle:

Prep the hair by applying a wave spray, such as Bumble and Bumble Surf Spray, throughout the hair to give it volume and texture. Blow dry the hair all the way through using a round brush. When the hair is fully dry, use a 1 inch curling iron create loose thick curls throughout the hair to infuse body. Separate the bang section and create a strong part to one side, putting the rest of the hair in a low ponytail and secure with a bungee band. On the ends of the hair, apply KeSARI Indian Oil Hair Serum ($31.50, available at KeSARIBeauty.com) to make the hair glossy and smooth. To create the up do, take large sections of the hair and twist them up. Secure each twist using French hair pins. To finish off the look, apply a small amount the KeSARI Indian Oil Hair Serum into the bangs and on the sides of the hair to maximize shine.

Atkin said: “The KeSARI oil is perfect for red carpet events because it does an excellent job of keeping the hair healthy and shiny, especially when cameras hit it!”

This year at New York’s annual Costume Institute Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, some of the most beautiful hairstyles seen on the red carpet were created exclusively by Frederic Fekkai celebrity stylists using ALL Fekkai products. This year’s MET Ball, themed “Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty,” was hosted by Anna Wintour, Stella McCartney and Colin Firth, with Francois-Henri Pinault and Salma Hayek as honorary co-chairs. The annual event, dubbed “The Fashion Oscars,” attracts the most stylish and influential in the entertainment and fashion industries.

Frederic Fekkai Celebrity Stylist Adir Abergel created super chic tresses for Kristen Stewart

INSPIRATION: A hint of glamour with beautiful fullness and texture

LOOK: A tousled low chignon full of volume and texture

How to get the look: Abergel started out by applying Fekkai Coiff™ Bouffant Lifting & Texturizing Spray Gel to the roots to add volume and then loosely dried the hair with his hands. With a ¾ inch iron he created a natural wave and sprayed Fekkai Beach Waves to keep the curl. Then he let the hair fall into a rough middle part and pulled the hair back into a low chignon. To secure the look, Abergel finished with the Fekkai Coiff™ Sheer Hold Spray letting a few pieces fall in front to shape the face.

Renato Campora for Frederic Fekkai tended to the tresses of Jessica Alba

THE INSPIRATION: Campora was inspired by the shimmery lines

THE LOOK: An edgy up-do with soft texture

HOW TO GET THE LOOK: On wet hair, Campora applied Fekkai Advanced Full Blown Volume™ Styling Whip throughout the head and blow-dried with a round brush. Using his fingers, he pulled the hair back securing at the crown of the head. Then he rolled the hair fastening with bobby pins. He then wrapped one piece of hair around the bottom of the rolled ponytail to add sophistication to the edgy style. Next, he embellished the hair by adding an accessory and left a few front pieces to maintain a soft texture. He finished by spraying the hair with Fekkai Coiff™ Sheer Hold Hairspray for all night hold.

Duffy for Frederic Fekkai styled the locks of Demi Moore

INSPIRATION: Philip Treacy Head Dress

THE LOOK: A juxtaposed style; up but down

HOW TO GET THE LOOK: On wet hair, Duffy applied Fekkai Coiff™ Strong Hold Volume Mousse throughout and blow-dried the hair giving the roots volume. He then let the hair fall into it’s natural part and curled the hair with a 1’ barrel curling iron, using special technique to give it a broken look. Next, he applied Fekkai Coiff™ Océanique Tousled Wave Spray and teased the hair with a wide tooth comb to break the curls and created 3 sections in the hair. He then took the left and right section and tied the hair as if you were tying a knot in a shoe lace to create two separate knots. Then, to refine the shape he bobby pinned the knotted pieces and the middle section together and secured with Fekkai Coiff™ Océanique Tousled Wave Spray to finish the look.

Renato Campora for Frederic Fekkai styled the locks of Kate Winslet

INSPIRATION: An editorial take on the classic romantic style; modernized and full of texture

THE LOOK: A loose chignon

HOW TO GET THE LOOK: On wet hair, Campora applied Fekkai Marine Summer Hair Beach Waves and dried the hair using his fingers to create a wave. Next, he used a ½ inch curling iron to create the texture. Then, he pulled the hair back into a low chignon. To set the look, he sprayed Fekkai Coiff™ Sheer Hold Hairspray.

Renato Campora for Frederic Fekkai created tousled tresses for Penelope Cruz

INSPIRATION: A modernized Sophia Loren; a super chic do

THE LOOK: A side part, full of volume and texture

HOW TO GET THE LOOK: Campora applied Fekkai Coiff™ Strong Hold Volume Mousse throughout and then formed a side part. He then used a ½ inch curling iron, pinning the up to let it cool. Once cooled, he took the hair out of the bobby pins and brushed the hair using the Fekkai Classic Brush to form the shape. To set the look, he sprayed Fekkai Coiff™ Sheer Hold Hairspray.

Frederic Fekkai Celebrity Stylist Adir Abergel tamed the tresses of Elizabeth Banks

INSPIRATION: A modern take on old Hollywood Glamour

THE LOOK: A side swept style with cascading waves

HOW TO GET THE LOOK: Abergel started out by creating a deep side part and applying Fekkai Coiff™ Contrôle Ironless Straightening Balm. After blow-drying the hair he used a flat iron to straighten the hair for a super silky look. Then, he took a 2 inch section in the front and create a wave with the 1 1/4″ curling iron. He then applied Fekkai Advanced Brilliant Glossing Cream for added shine. To finish the look, he pulled the hair to one side of securing with bobby pins; he shaped the face by creating a swoop over the eye.

Anthony Sorenson for Frederic Fekkai tended to the tresses of Margherita Missoni

THE LOOK: A soft take on and edgy look

INSPIRATION A Nubian Princess

HOW TO GET THE LOOK:

He started by prepping the hair with Fekkai Coiff™ Bouffant Lifting & Texturizing Spray Gel to create texture and loose waves. Next, he pulled hair into a ponytail and secured at the top of the head. He then split the hair into two sections and applied Fekkai Advanced Full Blown Volume™ Styling Whip creating two fishtail braids leaving the edges of the hair out spraying with Fekkai Coiff™ Sheer Hold Hairspray. To finish the look, he twisted the braids together and pinned the hair to the top of the head.

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Hot Jewelry Trends: Jessica Alba was spotted wearing a Curations with Stefani Greenfield necklace! BTW, Stefani was on HSN this week, September 15th, 2010.

Jessica Alba’s Style: I chose to write about Jessica Alba at the LA Machete premiere simply because she is wearing a BALMAIN Paris dress. If you know Marta Walsh by now I’m a huge BALMAIN fan. One day I wish to actually afford to wear BALMAIN, ALL of it!

I’m excited to share with you my interview with celebrity interior designer and television personality Kari Whitman. Whitman is one of Hollywood’s most sought-after talents. Jessica Alba, Virginia Madsen, Kristen Bell, Emilio Estevez, Don Johnson are some of the clients that have flocked to Kari Whitman Interiors for her trademark eclectic style, and knowledge of eco- and pet-friendly design.

In this interview Kari Whitman talks to Marta Walsh about her passion for interior design. Her working relations with Jessica Alba. The latest trends in pet friendly design. What and who inspires her. Why she would love to design a space for Leonardo DiCaprio one day, and future plans.

Marta Walsh: Where do you call home?
Kari Whitman: Los Angeles for now, but anywhere my dogs are is where I call home!

MW: What were some of your first memories of falling in love and greatly interested with interior design?
KW: I’ve always had a passion and affinity for design.  As a little girl, I was constantly rearranging my room, and on vacations with my parents, I’d actually move all the furniture around in our hotel rooms!  I also excelled in art and drawing classes in school. I’m completely self-taught as a designer, but it’s something I’ve been drawn to for as long as I can remember and something for which I seem to have a natural ability.

MW: How did your working relations with Jessica Alba come about? And where did you draw your inspiration when interior designing her house?
KW: Jessica wanted to surprise her parents by remodeling their kitchen and I suggested she do it on my show Designer to the Stars on WE. Jessica’s a great communicator about what she wants and she and I really clicked, so she asked me to do some design work in her own home. And then when she moved into her new house, I got to completely redesign that space from top to bottom. The house was Spanish, but Jessica’s style is more California bungalow, eclectic and funky. I drew inspiration from her desire to stay green—she has dogs and was expecting a baby at the time, so staying eco-friendly was a real priority. In addition to using sustainable woods, we used lots of antiques and repurposed furnishings. It was challenging but fun to think outside the box and find creative ways to be green.

MW: You also deigned Jessica Alba’s non toxic and green nursery. What makes baby’s room green?
KW: No VOC-paint is essential! In Jessica’s nursery I used baby furniture made from sustainable wood. I also used organic rugs from Calvin Klein and organic linens from Sage Creek. And of course, green products like Mrs. Meyer’s and 7th Generation are very important to help protect your baby from toxins!

MW: Another one of your fortes is pet friendly design. What are the latest trends and what’s out?
KW: Eco-friendly products that are also pet-friendly are definitely in. My favorite pet-friendly product is Greener Pup (www.greenerpup.com), my line of eco-friendly dog beds. They’re stylish, affordable and totally green. Covers are made from overstock designer fabrics, and bed fillers are made from 100% recycled plastic bottles. So every bed saves 70-120 plastic bottles from our landfills! Even better, 100% of profits benefits Ace of Hearts (www.aceofheartsdogs.com), my non-profit dog rescue. Your pets also spend a lot of the time on the floor—would you rather have them lying on polyurethane and chemically-treated flooring, or organic rugs and eco-friendly bamboo and palm wood floors? It’s really important to consider your pet when choosing furnishing and floorings. And make sure you’re using earth and pet-friendly cleaning products as well! I love Mrs. Meyer’s. It’s out to not let a dog in! Dogs are pack animals and need to be with their alpha leader—you! They’re part of your home and installing a doggie door is a great way for them to stay close to you.

MW: How does one become ‘Designer To The Stars’ or a ‘Celebrity Interior Designer” ? What advice can you give to anyone who wants to have your job?

KW: I never set out to be a “Designer to the Stars”, but I was coming from an acting background and my first clients just happened to be celebrity friends. My reputation grew and I was fortunate enough to continue to get client referrals through word of mouth. Green design is a big trend right now, so I’d recommend getting on board. If you’re an experienced designer, you can always reach out to celebrity’s reps and introduce your work and green design tips. And when you’re working with clients—any clients, not just celebrities—it’s important to take your own ego out of the equation and make sure you’re communicating with them about their specific taste and lifestyle needs. And always, always be ethical!

MW: Which other celebrities have you designed homes for and who would be your dream future client?
KW: I’ve designed homes for Jessica Alba, Virginia Madsen, Kristen Bell, Don Henley, Emilio Estevez, Don Johnson and Kurtwood Smith. I would absolutely love to design a space for Leonardo DiCaprio. I work with his non-profit Global Green and am so inspired by his passion and ethics. I think he’s such a strong voice for this generation, so sweet—not to mention he’s really hot! I have tremendous respect for him and I think he’d also embrace my tree-hugger side.

MW: What and who inspires you?
KW: I’m inspired by art and old architecture. I really admire architect Wallace Neff. But I’m most inspired by nature. In every home I design I strive to bring nature inside, or at least make it appear nature is close by. I’m also inspired by taking risks! Sometimes I think, Oh I couldn’t possibly do that! But then I go for it, and once the design work gets underway, it’s so exciting and rewarding.

MW: How would describe your own personal style and what’s your philosophy about beauty?
KW: My personal design style is “eclectic expressionism”. I’m also a tree-hugger from Colorado and a jeans and t-shirt kind of girl. As clichéd as it may sound, outer beauty can’t make inner beauty. Beauty comes from loving yourself, being passionate and enjoying what you do.

MW: What was the first film you’ve ever watched on a date?
KW: My neighbor took me to see Grease. We were really young so my Mom had to come with us to chaperon!

MW: What is your favorite sound, restaurant, drink, travel destination?
KW: Light rain on a window or roof. The Kitchen in Boulder, Colorado. Sunshine Wheat Beer. My home in Boulder.

MW: What’s in your makeup bag?
KW: I’m not a makeup girl—I keep things pretty minimal. But I always have Tarte cheek stain, Shiseido mascara and lots and lots of Dr. Pepper Lip Smacker!

MW: What one or two things some people may not know about Kari Whitman?
KW: I’m obsessed with hockey and watch it religiously. I also love to sleep in…really, really late.

MW: What’s next for Kari Whitman?
KW: I’ve been working on a huge residence for a Prince for about a year and a half, so once I finish that, I’m taking a much-needed break. I’m spending the summer in Aspen and Boulder, then I’m gearing up for my next design project—a 20,000 square-foot house in Texas!

It was a pleasure to interview Kari! You can learn more about Kari Whitman Interiors HERE!

Frederic Fekkai’s Renato Campora styled presenter, Jessica Alba’s locks for the MTV Movie Awards 2010. The Hairstyle & Inspiration: A trendy and fashionable French twist.

How to get Jessica Alba’s hairdo at MTV Moview Awards 2010: Hair Tutrorial

On wet hair, Campora applied Fekkai Coiff Bouffant Lifting & Texturizing Spray Gel ($23), and blow dried the hair with a round brush lifting the roots. He then teased the hair to add more volume.

Next, he pulled the hair from the right side to left side and twisted it to the crown of the head, securing with pins. Renato then smoothed the hair using his fingertips to create a modern yet natural look. To maintain the look, he sprayed Fekkai Coiff Sheer Hold Hairspray ($35) throughout the hair.

ALL PRODUCTS BY FEKKAI AND AVAILABLE AT FEKKAI.COM NORDSTROM, NEIMAN MARCUS, SAKS FIFTH AVENUE.

Renato Campora for Frederic Fekkai tended to the tresses of Jessica Alba. The Hairstyle & Inspiration: 1940’s actress Dolores Del Rio, Romantic and modern.

HOW TO GET THE LOOK: Hair Tutorial

On wet hair, Campora applied Fekkai Advanced Full Blown Volume Styling Whip ($23) throughout the head and then formed a middle part. Using a flat brush, he blow-dried the hair until completely dry.  With a 1 inch curling iron, he curled the entire head and pinned the curls up letting them dry for 5 minutes.

Once cooled, he gently brushed hair out creating a soft wave.  Using his fingers he rolled hair and loosely secured it with bobby pins at the nape of the neck.  He finished with Fekkai Coiff Sheer Hold Hairspray ($35).

Jessica Alba showed up to the premiere of The Killer Inside Me in New york City with hair extensions. Do you love?

L to R: Jessica Alba on April 27th, 2010, Jessica Alba April 22nd, 2010 at the “Climate of Change” movie premiere. Umm…we don’t think hair grows that fast in just 5 days…

WATCH: SNEAK PEEK clip from tonight’s 4/1/2010 NEW Episode of PROJECT RUNWAY! Watch as the pressure actually forces one designer to walk away from the competition! With only four episodes left, things will get shaken up as one former designer comes back to prove themselves! Actress Jessica Alba guest judges!

On behalf of Lifetime, watch a preview for “Project Runway” Season 7 Episode 11. Airing Thursday, April 11th,2010, at 10PM/9C. The pressure actually forces one designer to walk away from the competition! With only four episodes left, things will get shaken up as one former designer comes back to prove themselves! Actress Jessica Alba guest judges!