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How-To: Alicia Keys's High-Performing Braid at the AMAs

POPSUGAR Beauty — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 08:00:34 PST

Since most of you weren't fans of Alicia Keys's red carpet accessories, what did you think about her performance hair later that night? Personally, I've gotta give the gal credit for always switching it up and testing out new styles. The trio featuring this songstress (alongside Queen Latifah and Kathleen Battle) was one of my favorite medleys of the night, and Alicia's slick braid stood out, too.
This look's fairly easy to re-create so grab a comb and three rubber bands, then get the instructions for yourself (or a willing pal) when you

The trick to the sleek style is to first carefully part your hair into three sections and tightly pull the two side pieces out of the way with two rubber bands.
French-braid only the center section of your hair, stopping in the middle of the back of your head to secure with a rubber band. (Since the sides are out of the way, this assures you can get even parts.)
Remove the rubber bands from the side sections and pull all three together with one hair tie where the French braid ended.
Continue to braid the remaining ponytail and fasten with a rubber band.

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Trend Alert: Asymmetric Hair at the American Music Awards

POPSUGAR Beauty — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 14:00:09 PST

Last night's looks from the American Music Awards were very much your standard red carpet fare - wavy curls from the likes of Taylor Swift and Christina Aguilera or loose updos à la Miley Cyrus. Pretty? Yes. Daring? Not really. However, there were a few ladies that lived up to a more rock-and-roll style. Ashley Tisdale wasn't quite as edgy, but her twisted side ponytail was different and chic, while the others played up short asymmetric styles. Rihanna curled it up, Natasha Bedingfield pieced it out, and Pink did a little of both. I'm liking this slightly off-kilter look - it is the music biz, after all.

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Who Was the Worst Dressed at the AMAs?

POPSUGAR Celebrity — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 12:00:03 PST

It was fun to see everyone get dressed up for the American Music Awards yesterday, and Miley Cyrus seems to be your fashion favorite so far. We loved checking out everyone's looks on the red carpet, but not all of the girls struck the right chord with their dresses. Tell us - who do you think was the worst dressed last night?

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Rihanna and Chris Lead the Press Room Pack

POPSUGAR Celebrity — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 09:00:49 PST

After receiving their honors up on stage, the winners at last night's American Music Awards headed over to the press room with their scary dangerous trophies. Taylor Swift, Jordin Sparks and Rihanna posed with their prizes, while big winner Chris Brown looked like he had a hard time managing his haul. Paris Hilton wasn't taking anything home, but that didn't stop her from striking a few poses for the waiting cameras. Mariah Carey looked the happiest of all the evening's honorees, with one arm holding her statuette and the other around her husband Nick Cannon.

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Images include: Mariah Carey, Nick Cannon, Rihanna, Chris Brown, Jordin Sparks, Taylor Swift, Ne-Yo, Brad Paisley, Enrique Iglesias, Paris Hilton, Lance Bass, David Archuleta, Demi Lovato, Chris Daughtry

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The AMAs Brought Many a Medley and a Few Trophies, Too

POPSUGAR Celebrity — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 06:30:00 PST

After the ladies and men showed off their red carpet styles, they headed into the Nokia Theater for the American Music Awards last night. The show started off with an exciting medley from Christina followed by a performance from the New Kids on the Block that you guys are split on. Rihanna, Taylor Swift, and the Jonas Brothers represented the industry's young blood while Coldplay, Kanye, Mariah and Alicia Keys with Queen Latifah were also crowd pleasers. Justin Timberlake played special guest while Miley celebrated her Sweet 16 between awards - check out all the winners here. There were so many great performances to choose from but our favorite act of the night goes to Beyonce, who clearly brought Sasha Fierce to the stage.

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Images include: Billy Ray Cyrus, Brad Paisley, Chris Brown, Chris Martin, Christina Aguilera, Coldplay, David Archuleta, David Cook, Donnie Wahlberg, Jamie Foxx, Jesse McCartney, Jimmy Kimmel, Joey McIntyre, Jonathan Knight, Jordan Knight, Kanye West, Katie Price, Lance Bass, Leona Lewis, Miley Cyrus, Ne-Yo, Paris Hilton, Pink, Rihanna, T-Pain, Taylor Swift, Ashley Tisdale, Chris Daughtry, Beyonce Knowles, Julianne Hough, Jordin Sparks, Queen Latifah, Sarah McLachlan, Nick Jonas, Joe Jonas, Kevin Jonas, Kate Walsh, Nick Lachey, Vanessa Minnillo, Tish Cyrus, Nicole Scherzinger, Annie Lennox, Justin Timberlake, Pussycat Dolls

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The Ladies Sparkle and Shine For AMAs Red Carpet!

Molly — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 00:02:00 PST

The ladies mixed it up with sparkles on the red carpet at last night's American Music Awards - check out how to get some of the looks. Miley Cyrus looked great and is winning for best dressed in her gold and black mini dress on her 16th birthday! Christina quickly walked the red carpet before kicking off the show with her medley of hits while Rihanna found a way to pull off a dress not everyone could. As usual Sarah Silverman kept it casual to support the night's host and her possibly on again boyfriend Jimmy Kimmel. Let us know what you think about all the looks on Bella and Fab's love it or hate it polls and check out the full list of winners here. The boys kept things a little more colorful but all the ladies were the belles of the ball at last night's awards in LA.

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Queen Latifah

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Sarah McLachlan

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Jordin Sparks

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Leona Lewis

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The Boys Showcase Signature Styles on the AMA Red Carpet

POPSUGAR Celebrity — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 00:01:00 PST

The guys were left to their own devices on the red carpet at the American Music Awards last night, but there weren't many surprises. Boy bands NKOTB and the Jonas Brothers never miss an opportunity to show off their formal wear, while Nick Lachey got suited up to publicly pose with Vanessa. Chris Brown mixed funky and classy with his leather jacket and bow tie, while Kanye and his tail managed to stand out without getting dressed up. While their performances were the highlights of the night, it's always fun to see what the guys pull out of their closets for the photo ops.

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American Music Awards: Red Carpet Roundup!

POPSUGAR Celebrity — Sun, 23 Nov 2008 23:55:00 PST

The red carpet was rocking last night at the American Music Awards, the last big award show of the year! Of course we were there to capture all of the looks so you can weigh in. So don't be shy, tell us what you thought of all the AMA red carpet fashion and beauty!

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Announcing the Winners: The 2008 American Music Awards

POPSUGAR Entertainment — Sun, 23 Nov 2008 23:01:50 PST

Chris Brown, Rihanna, and Kanye West were among the big winners Sunday at the American Music Awards. Brown took home the biggest prize of all, winning Artist of the Year by beating out Lil Wayne, Coldplay, the Eagles, and Alicia Keys. It was one of three awards for Brown, who also won Favorite Male Artist in both the pop/rock and soul/R&B categories.

Rihanna was Brown's female counterpart, taking home Favorite Female Artist awards in the pop/rock and soul/R&B categories. Kanye was another double winner, named Favorite Male Artist in the rap/hip-hop category and also winning the Favorite Album award in that category for Graduation. Alicia Keys' As I Am was named Favorite Album in both the pop/rock and soul/R&B categories.

The night was also kind to American Idol winners, with Carrie Underwood winning Favorite Album in the country category for Carnival Ride and Jordin Sparks winning Favorite Artist in the Adult Contemporary category. Winners in all categories were picked by voters online and via text message, and to see the full list of people who took home awards, just

POP OR ROCK MUSIC

FAVORITE MALE ARTIST
Chris Brown

FAVORITE FEMALE ARTIST
Rihanna

FAVORITE BAND, DUO OR GROUP
Daughtry

FAVORITE ALBUM
Alicia Keys, As I Am

COUNTRY MUSIC

FAVORITE MALE ARTIST
Brad Paisley

FAVORITE FEMALE ARTIST
Taylor Swift

FAVORITE BAND, DUO OR GROUP
Rascal Flatts

FAVORITE ALBUM
Carrie Underwood, Carnival Ride

RAP/HIP-HOP MUSIC

FAVORITE MALE ARTIST
Kanye West

FAVORITE BAND, DUO OR GROUP
Three 6 Mafia

FAVORITE ALBUM
Kanye West, Graduation

SOUL/RHYTHM & BLUES MUSIC

FAVORITE MALE ARTIST
Chris Brown

FAVORITE FEMALE ARTIST
Rihanna

FAVORITE ALBUM
Alicia Keys, As I Am

SOUNDTRACKS

FAVORITE ALBUM
Alvin And The Chipmunks

ALTERNATIVE ROCK MUSIC

FAVORITE ARTIST
Linkin Park

ADULT CONTEMPORARY MUSIC

FAVORITE ARTIST
Jordin Sparks

LATIN MUSIC

FAVORITE ARTIST
Enrique Iglesias

CONTEMPORARY INSPIRATIONAL

FAVORITE ARTIST
Third Day

ARTIST OF THE YEAR
Chris Brown

T-MOBILE BREAKTHROUGH ARTIST
Jonas Brothers

HONORARY AWARD
Mariah Carey

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AMAs Style: Kimberly Wyatt

POPSUGAR Celebrity — Sun, 23 Nov 2008 19:09:47 PST

Kimberly Wyatt stood out against the other members of the Pussycat Dolls in a one-shouldered stunner from Christian Siriano's Spring '09 collection. The dress stands alone, but regardless she paired it with dual-toned pumps and some seriously blinding earrings. Shop the exact dress and similar accessories now.

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