Style

HowStuffWorks has everything you need to look great through every phase of your life. We know that your style changes as your life changes and we've got tips on hair, makeup, accessories and fashion that will help you look your best and always look like you.

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How to Repair a Shoelace Aglet

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How much is too much when it comes to cologne?

How much is too much when it comes to perfume?

How to Measure Your Inseam

Corduroy: The Vintage Fabric That Always Makes a Comeback

Wool Surf Trunks and Wet Suits? You Bet!

From Ancient Greece to 'Tiger King': The Hilarious History of the Mullet

Barbers Across the Globe Are Using Fire to Style Hair

The Creator of the Beehive Hairdo Has Died

Microblading Is the Secret to Faking Full Eyebrows

Clean Out Your Makeup, Like Right Now!

What is high-definition makeup?

How Shapewear Works

How Long Should You Really Go Without Washing Your Jeans?

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What does business casual mean for women?

If ever there were a place to be concerned with appearances, it's at work. But when a dress code is as vague as "business casual," how does a woman know what's right and what's terribly wrong?

By Julia Layton

Sandals Guide

Summer calls for sandals! But how do you choose the right ones to flatter your feet and figure? And, are they always appropriate for every occasion?

By Debra Ronca

Best Ways to Fake a Tan

Fake tans that are dreadfully obvious are never a good look. Put your tanning stress to rest with these simple tanning tips.

By Joelle Klein

Is natural mineral makeup better for your skin?

Natural mineral makeup is a growing trend in the world of natural beauty products. Learn what fans and skeptics have to say.

By Joelle Klein

Clothing Rental: Rent Some Style

Cothing rental can let you dress like a celebrity on a average-Jane dime. Learn all about clothing rental.

By Joelle Klein

10 Health and Beauty Questions for Dr. Oz

Dr. Mehmet Oz, co-author of books like "YOU: The Owner's Manual" and "YOU: Staying Young," has turned his focus to beauty in the book "YOU: Being Beautiful." What does it take to be beautiful?

By Julie Douglas

What if I never cut my hair?

If you never cut your hair, would you end up looking like Cousin It from the Adams Family? It's possible, but unlikely. So what would happen if you never visited the barber or beauty shop again?

By Katherine Neer

12 Odd Beauty Products Throughout History

Today we worry about animal testing and lead in our lipstick. But our forebears took much bigger risks to look good -- check out some of the strange ingredients you'd find in cosmetic formulas in years past.

By the Editors of Publications International, Ltd.

21 Unforgettable Hairstyles

Some hairstyles never go out of style, while others are better left behind. From the finger wave to the mohawk, check out these 21 unforgettable hairstyles.

By the Editors of Publications International, Ltd.