Trendy Hairstyles to Match Your Fashion Look

This year, women can look forward to a variety of hair trends that are both fun and sophisticated. This season, there is something for everyone – from the teenage trendsetter to the consummate professional. Hair trends have taken on a wild and funky feel with bohemian embellishments like feathers and leather strips as well as a bit of bling with tinsel and metallic headbands. On the other end of the spectrum, professional women will see a return to elegance with classic up-dos, stylish braids and sleek ponytails. If you’re looking for a way to jazz up your tress for the season, try some of the most popular Fall 2011 hairstyling trends.

Two-Toned Tresses
Against all reason, two-toned hair has made a comeback this fall. While many fashionistas assume this trend might have stemmed from a recession chic influence, two-toned hair is the latest craze to sweep over Hollywood. Stars like Giuliana Rancic and Beyonce Knowles are currently sporting this trend - wearing a darker shade on top and a lighter shade underneath. Other stars like Katy Perry and Lady Gaga have infused the two-tone look with a burst of color – with each sporting a blond tress with bright colors popping out from below.

One of the best outcomes of this trend is timing – especially when more women need to shrink their budgets because of the recession. Women who have seen a reduction in their income can reduce expenses associated with touching up their roots. Try putting off your dye job for a few extra weeks and surprisingly you’ll still be on-trend. If you want to try out the trend, but don’t want to commit, save money and have a friend clip in some two-toned hair extensions to give you the look with a little added length.

Double-up your fall style by adding a little bit of texture to your two-toned tress. Textured tresses are another big trend for fall and winter and are best achieved with large voluminous curls, funky min-crimps and waves reminiscent of old Hollywood. To create a wavy or crimpy look at home, blow dry your hair until it is almost dry and then braid it into four large braids. Let the braids dry overnight and you’ll have beautiful waves in the morning.

The Low Ponytail
This classic and sleek look has been spotted on runways from New York to Tokyo and is easy to replicate at home. Simply slick your hair back with your favorite pomade and secure it with an elastic band. Tie a leather strip around the elastic to complete the look, or try it with a curled side bang.

Beautiful Braids
Braids are another big trend this fall and are one of the more impressive styles that are easy to do at home. If you’d like to try this trend, opt for a low ponytail and simply braid the end. Or, try an elegant French braid that sweeps over your shoulder. If you want to try something a little more complicated, trade out the basic braid for a beautiful herringbone braid instead. Or, if you don’t mind going to the salon, have your hairdresser apply hair extensions to give your braid a boost.

This post was contributed by Sara Woods, who writes for Coupon Croc, the best resource for all of the latest deals on everything from hair care products to clothing and more.