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Top trends that made a comeback

History tends to repeat itself—and the saying definitely holds true in the beauty world. Anne Hathaway's edgy wine lipstick and Jessica Alba's defined waves may seem new, but the trends that inspired them are as classic as Joan Crawford's half-moon manicure!
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Wine lipstick

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Deep bordeaux lipsticks had a serious moment on the fall and winter runways, but the wine lip trend was popular as early as the 1920s and '30s, spotted on stars like Clara Bow. The color is a dead ringer for the wine shade Anne Hathaway wore to the New York City premiere of Les Miserables.

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Voluminous natural curls

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In the midst of the disco era, Diana Ross formed her natural curls into a trendy rounded coiff, acting as a hair muse for women in the '70s. Today's version, as seen on Solange Knowles, packs the same amount of volume, but with a more effortless texture. "Natural hair has the versatility of being able to do so many things," Knowles told InStyle.

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The top knot

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It has been decades since she debuted her tiara-adorned updo in Breakfast at Tiffany's, but Audrey Hepburn's timeless style choices continue to inspire the looks of today. Case in point: Jennifer Lopez's oversized bun at the 2012 Academy Awards. Although the star went sans hair accessory and choppy fringe, the style's Holly Golightly vibe was undeniable.

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Pink hair

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In the late '90s, Gwen Stefani swapped her signature platinum cut for a high-impact pink flip, which she kept for the cover of No Doubt's Return of Saturn album. While January Jones's rosy highlights may not be as punk rock as Stefani's full color, they're a modern take on the look with a touch of runway inspiration. "I was following the shows for spring/summer and was looking for trends and colors when I came across rose gold highlights from the Peter Som runway," said Jones's colorist, Jennifer J. "I asked January to check out the trend online and she loved it!"

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Nude lips

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From Brigitte Bardot to Kim Kardashian, a sexy flesh-toned lipstick is a trend that transcends bombshells of every generation. "A nude lip is always sexy," Kardashian told us. We agree! The pale color is great for balancing a dramatic eye, but can make a statement worn on its own.

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Cascading waves

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Although Jessica Alba's ombre highlights are a modern trend, her defined waves act as a nod to silver screen icon Veronica Lake. "The key to this look is a flawless blowout," said hairstylist Harry Josh, who works with Rose Byrne. "The waves need to be completely controlled, and any hint of frizz will disrupt the style."

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'60s lashes

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Between the mod looks showcased by Twiggy and Ginnifer Goodwin, it seems that the only thing to change was each stars' hair color! British model Twiggy was a trendsetter in her heyday, inspiring women everywhere to work a pixie cut with piecey false lashes. Her influence continues, with Goodwin trying her hand at the look. A swipe of peach shadow along her lower lashline added a modern touch.

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Half-moon manicure

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The recent nail art surge has taken the beauty world by storm, and although the half-moon pattern Kerry Washington wore offered a new take on the traditional nude nail, the manicure is actually a throwback to the '30s and '40s when sirens like Joan Crawford lacquered up in the design.

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French manicures

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Next to the perfect red lip, nothing is more timeless than a French manicure. The white-tipped nails seen on Tallulah Bankhead seem to have been around forever, giving off a classic, elegant feeling. Celebrities have been getting creative with their manis lately, and Julianne Hough nailed the reverse-French look, and added a modern color palette to the traditional pattern.

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'90s grunge

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All things '90s seem to be having a renaissance these days, and Drew Barrymore's grungy look fits right in with today's trends—right down to her burgundy lip. Although Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen had a slightly different style back then, the twins' smoky shadow and tousled waves serve as a nod to the glory days of Nirvana and flannel shirts.

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