According to Refinery 29 and SheFinds, it is. They like to call it "ombre." That's a term usually reserved for garments, but the young and fashionable are always looking to set trends.

...we do indeed love a fresh 'do. So when we noticed the ombre dyed coiffure beginning to surface, we knew it would be a trend to tempt us. The subtle shift in color, from the palest light to the deepest dark, more than suits our love of contrasts.

Even Hollywood has taken notice of the color fad. Actress Drew Barrymore turned heads at the premiere of her lastest film when she showed up with this unexpected 'do. We have to admit that we were the first in line to question Drew sanity for beauty choice, but we've learned that perhaps she's simply a high fashion prophet. Thanks for helping us see the light, Drew.

For all interested parties, SheFinds has some tips on how to get the look.

For maximum shading and contrast, if you aren’t already, you’re going to need to go partly blond. The Clairol Xtreme FX Bleach-Out Kit has the tools that make it easy to lighten all or part of your head as you see fit. And then, to get the most fun out of this look, dye the ends of your hair with a semi-permanent color that will eventually fade to another shade. This way you’ll get more than one color combination from your two-toned strategy. We like the idea of starting off with Natural Instincts’ Suede Light Brown shade.

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[Editor's Note: We spotted this article over at Beauty 411 and we couldn't help but fall in love. Who knew that the 70s would be back in such a major way] We can't wait to try out our own super retro styles]

Celebrity hairstylist David Babaii's forecast for Fall Hair 2009 includes a flashback to the 70's: an era considered to be a major turning point for hair with the birth of the blow dryer, Farah Fawcett's famous style, the Shag, the Afro and punk.

According to celebrity stylist David Babaii, hair is all about movement with soft layers to achieve an updated version of Farah's world famous hairstyle.

DB: Opt for a longer length fringe so you can easily create changes in your style. The key is creating a lot of changes using accessories like a fabulous headband or scarf to transform your style as often as your mood fits.

The 70's Shag incorporated many disconnected layers. In 2009, any disconnect is out dated. A well blended and softly textured version of the Shag will definitely turn heads.

DB: Create this look by using David Babaii for WildAid Fibers Molding Paste. It is a distinctive styling product ideal for all of your finishing needs, creating texture, movement and style definition. This gentle hold paste composed of feather like fibers fashions a dramatic effect when applied. Simply rub a small amount into the palm of your hands after hair is dry and scrunch to create texture and definition.

Big hair also dominated this period and will always be a fashion statement.

DB: What woman doesn't love "Gianormous" hair? No matter what length of texture, volume can be created numerous ways. Using volumizing products such as David Babaii for WildAid Amplifying Shampoo and Conditioner is the foundation for all good hair days. Next, after styling use my Volcanic Ash Root Amplifier by lifting sections and spraying. This is like a burst of oxygen to the hair without any build up or a sticky feel. The volume you love will last all day.

For women with highly textured hair, the Afro gave this era a sense of freedom and style. For Fall Hair 2009, your curls and waves can still experience that same freedom.

DB: Do not work against your curls, instead enhance them with David Babaii Bohemian Beach Spray. An extraordinary blend of natural ingredients works together to create texture or volume, while strengthening and moisturizing. It is perfect on wet or dry hair to define your curls and waves.

For Fall 2009, hair color should be natural looking but color enhanced with a conditioner or glaze to bring out your hair's assets.

DB: The 70's is my favorite era so think of Goldie Hawn, ABBA and Disco!

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9. Avon ADVANCE TECHNIQUES Grey Root Touch-up, $5.99

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Pin curls are a great alternative to heat styling. Here's a great how to created by Youtube Guru HollywoodNoirMakeup.

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We love a good beauty gadget. First there was the bumpit, and now there's the ZanniClip. We spotted the gadget at one of our favorite beauty blogs, ThisThatBeauty. The little clips seem so flexible that we couldn't resist.

Well say bye bye to damaging elastic bands and hair loss.
ZannClip is a great alternative to traditional elastic bands because they don't cause breakage, give you a headache, or leave an unsightly hair crease when you take your hair down. ZannClip is a coiled barrette that comes in a wide range of fashionable colors.

Look at all the cool ways you can wear the clips. We've got to snap some!

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Product Features

• Light pomade
  
• Can be used wet or dry
  
• Promotes curl on wet hair
  
• Apply to dry hair for more texture
  

Product Description
Product Description Kusco Murphy - Lavender Hair Creme is a light pomade to be used wet or dry. It promotes curl on wet hair and will de-frizz when scrunching. Apply to dry hair for more texture. Adds moisture to curly hair. The setting property of Lavender Hair Creme allows the hair to move but stay in place. The best way to achieve texture is by using a small amount on the ends. A large amount will give the hair a slick look. Lavender Hair Creme can be rinsed out in water.

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So, we hear through the grapevine that a certain celeb hairstylist from the Rita Hazen salon, here in NYC, has made several visits to a reality star slash upcoming contestant on ABC’s hit-show Dancing with the Stars.

If you guessed Joaquin Hortal and Kim Kardashian, then you are correct!

Hortal has been creating many a look for Kardashian’s recent craze of press junkets (while promoting her new film Disaster Movie) including appearances on David Letterman, Tyra Banks, Fox News, TRL and Fuse TV to name a few.

This is what Hortal had to say about working with the stunning bombshell:

“I love working with Kim - not only is she drop dead gorgeous with unbelievable hair, but she’s so easy-going and fun, and she allows me to be creative. We’re always spicing things up. For her appearance on David Letterman, I wanted to give her a sophisticated, classy look. We took a chance with the updo [she’s so well-known for wearing her locks down with loose curls, so the updo was playing with something new], and the result was just gorgeous. She’s a pleasure,” says Hortal.

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