19 Celebs Who Rock Messy Waves Right

Meaghan Pachay
Nov 19, 2014

This winter, we’re all about easy hairstyles that still look impeccably chic. Number one on that list is the messy wave. It looks gorgeous on everyone, and it’s def a look you can claim you just woke up with. We’re not the only ones in love with this ‘do. Celebs are rocking undone waves everywhere from the red carpet to the grocery store. Jump in on the trend and cut down on your morning get-ready time with these 19 celebs.

1. Karlie Kloss: Whether she’s busy tearing up the runway or baking some awesome, nutritious cookies, Karlie is one of our fave new style icons. Her tousled bob with a deep side part is the epitome of cool girl style. (via Time)

2. Blake Lively: We’re sure it’s no surprise to anyone that Blake’s on this list. She’s well on her way to piloting her own lifestyle empire and being mommy-to-be of the year, but we have to say it all started with our lady crush on Blake’s locks in The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants and Gossip Girl. (via Style Bistro)

3. Kiernan Shipka: It’s not even fair that a 15-year-old is so gorg with such enviable style. Where are her braces and glittery eyeshadow?! It’s safe to say that we’ll have our eye on Kiernan as she continues down her path to style stardom. (via Style Bistro)

4. Rita Ora: When we’re not busy rocking out to “Black Widow,” we’re admiring Rita’s hair bravery. She rocks the bleach blond, particularly when it’s styled into soft, retro waves. (via Style Bistro)

5. Mary Kate Olsen: Ash + MK are basically princesses of the natural, boho look, and MK’s waves here are a testament to that fact. (via Hairstyles Weekly)

6. Lily Collins: Remember when you were a kid and your mom would braid your hair wet before bed so you’d wake up to those crimpy waves that were so in? We’re envisioning Lily achieved this look through similar means. (via Style Bistro)

7. Ashley Benson: Ashley Benson maybe play girly-girl Hanna Marin on PLL, but off-screen, we love her edgy, rocker style. Obvi you’d pair a torn-up French tee and key necklace with messy waves. (via PopSugar Beauty)

8. Alexa Chung: It-girl Alexa has been wowing the fashion world with her messy bob and curtain bangs for quite some time now. We’re pretty sure we’ve attempted to emulate each of her signature looks, starting with this hairstyle. (via Average Jane’s Blog)

9. Drew Barrymore: When messy waves aren’t quite hitting that ethereal note you want, incorporate some thin braids. (via Ette Clothing)

10. Cara Delevigne: Bold brows and cherry red lips elevate your waves to red-carpet ready. Sidenote: Cara, please share your fashion and beauty tips with us. Please. (via Au Feminin)

11. Kimberly Perry: Kim of The Band Perry is known for her curly locks, but we’re digging this looser style. (via Style Bistro)

12. Leighton Meester: Leighton has done a lot of breakaway from her image as Blair Waldorf in recent years, starting with establishing her own style ethos. Blair may not be down with sombre waves and super lined eyes, but we’re glad Leighton is. (via Blogged Pores)

13. Taylor Swift: T Swift is impressing us lately. This rough chop with brushed out curls is the next step in her style evolution, and we’re almost as obsessed with it as we are obsessed with the video for “Blank Space.” (via Sam Villa)

14. Beyoncé: We know you’ve seen this look before, but come on. Only Bey can rock haute couture with such a lazy hairstyle and pull it off. It’s basically everything we aspire to. (via Jewels du Jour)

15. Anna Kendrick: When we’re not cracking up over her Twitter feed or trolling the web for deets on the forthcoming Into the Woods — actually, never mind, we’re always doing that. Anyway, she’s a comedic genius, she can sing + act and she’s got killer hair. (via Taaz)

16. Nicole Richie: We’re not going to go on and on about how much we like Nicole Richie. We know you’ve heard it already. So we’ll just say her long waves and hair chain are perf. (via Getty Images)

17. Jennifer Aniston: Someday we’ll get over Jen’s perfect hair. Maybe. Meanwhile, we’ll blow our cash stash trying every product in her Living Proof line to try to achieve this luscious look. (via The Fashion Foot)

18. Kate Mara: The color, the texture — Kate is winning the hair game with this ‘do. (via Style Bistro)

19. Amanda Seyfried: 2004 is long gone, and nowadays we’d barely recognize Amanda without her signature long waves. (via The Cinema Source)

What style is going to transition you to winter? Are you ready to jump on the messy wave bandwagon? Share below!

12 Home Decor Ideas I’m Stealing From This Earthy “Treehouse In The Sky” Remodel

Treehouse aesthetic is not only a charming decor trend, but it also evokes a sense of nostalgia, whether you grew up with one or simply wished you had. Santa Barbara architect Dylan Henderson and designer Bailee Roberts have reimagined a 1960s hillside home into a stunning modern retreat inspired by the magic of treehouses. Perched among California’s iconic coastal oaks, this home embraces its natural surroundings, offering breathtaking views of the Santa Barbara harbor and the rolling mountains beyond. It’s the kind of place that inspires daydreaming — it's my ultimate someday escape.

Here are 12 home decor ideas I'm stealing from this modern treehouse retreat.

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1. Exposed Wood Beams

This project was a full gut renovation, designed to blend with the natural landscape while bringing the homeowners' vision to life. The couple, both in their 60s, wanted a home that felt nestled in the oak canopies of the Honda Valley Preserve while making the most of the light and sweeping views.

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From the moment you step inside, wood beams pull the outdoors in, setting the tone for the entire space. The clients envisioned a retreat that felt both elevated and deeply connected to nature — warm, inviting, and sophisticated.

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2. Floor-to-Ceiling Windows

The team wanted to maximize the ocean and mountain views by increasing the roof height and fenestration on the Southern façade. They also introduced upper west-facing clerestory windows to welcome the warm afternoon light. The result? Sweeping ocean vistas that take center stage, while natural light floods in throughout the day.

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3. Folding Doors

The design team rebuilt the existing 1960s home to feel like a "treehouse in the sky." The folding door system blurs the line between indoors and out, extending the living space and creating a seamless flow to the deck.

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When opened, they expand the home's footprint while framing breathtaking views, making the transition between inside and nature feel almost invisible.

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4. Cozy Yet Refined Furniture

The result is a warm, multi-layered sanctuary — an elevated treehouse retreat that blends with its natural surroundings while revealing a refined yet cozy charm.

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5. Shelfie Perfection

Balancing tradition and modernity, Bailee combined the couple’s beloved antiques and heirloom pieces with contemporary furnishings and carefully curated fixtures. This shelfie is a thoughtfully layered mix of books, pottery, antiques, and personal treasures — designed to be both visually striking and inherently soothing.

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6. Fluted Island

Fluted kitchen islands are a hot trend right now and I love the architectural detail and modern aesthetic it brings to the space.

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Adding a gentle curve at the end of the kitchen island enhances both form and function — creating a more visually dynamic focal point while also maximizing space and flow.

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7. Layered Lighting

Want to create ambience in the kitchen? By combining different sources, layered lighting enhances the mood and versatility of a space, making any room feel more inviting and well-designed. Sconces here add warmth while the pendant chandelier above creates a statement while diffusing light beautifully.

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8. Earthy Palette

Sunlight pours into the home, accentuating the rich woods, organic textures, and an earthy palette that enhances the seamless indoor-outdoor flow.

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9. Statement Artwork

This vintage goose painting beautifully echoes the room’s palette while adding an almost whimsical energy. The expressive pose of the goose brings a sense of movement and charm, making it both a statement piece and a harmonious accent.

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10. Floating Sink

Floating sinks are a game-changer for smaller bathrooms, creating the illusion of more space while maintaining a sleek, elegant look. Marble is also a hot trend we love for kitchens and baths.

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11. Entertaining Deck

Outdoor living is essential, and this deck is the perfect extension of the Santa Barbara treehouse — designed for lounging, dining, and entertaining while embracing the beauty of the surroundings.

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12. Modern Landscaping

Modern landscaping transforms the curb appeal by blending clean lines, native plants, and strategic lighting for a polished yet inviting look. Thoughtfully placed greenery, sculptural hardscaping, and layered textures create depth and dimension, while sustainable elements like drought-tolerant plants elevate the home's exterior.

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Celebrate St. Patrick's Day At Starbucks With This ‘Pot Of Gold’ Matcha!

St. Patrick’s Day is coming soon, and I’m already so pumped for it, thanks to a slew of fun fast food treats. From Wendy’s new Thin Mints Frosty and Dairy Queen’s Mint Oreo Blizzard to the return of McDonald’s famed Shamrock Shake, I’m geared up for all things green.

If you’re also celebrating St. Paddy’s with a sweet treat, you’re gonna want to try out this Starbucks secret menu drink that has the perfect green tint. It’s filled with white chocolate and matcha – but not in the way you’d think. Plus, it's a tasty departure from your expected mint flavors around this time of year!

Scroll on to discover the Starbucks secret menu order that’s perfect for sipping on St. Patrick’s Day!

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Essentially an iced white chocolate mocha made with blonde espresso topped with matcha cold foam and brown butter sprinkles, one Starbucks barista revealeda tasty (and festive!) new way to enjoy the chain’s offerings in lieu of St Paddy’s: the Pot Of Gold!

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The spirited drink starts with 4 pumps of white mocha sauce, which is then combined with 2 blonde espresso shots. Starbucks’ blonde espresso has a smoother effect than their traditional shots, so expect this sip to bring on the sweetness!

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From there, you can order the drink with your choice of milk – and it’s a total bonus that Starbucks is no longer charging extra for alternative milks like oat, almond, coconut, and soy milk!

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The next step is to order the drink with the chain’s vanilla cold foam, adding 2 scoops of matcha powder in the process.

Note: this secret menu item was shared before Starbucks reformulated their matcha powderto be unsweetened, but the cold foam should still have some sweetness, thanks to the vanilla.

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Finally, the Pot Of Gold matcha drink is complete, boasting a satisfying layer of green on top of a golden latte. The barista who came up with the drink topped their bev with Starbucks’ brown butter sprinkles, which is in cafes for a limited time alongside their pistachio-flavored coffees.

If your local Starbucks is out of the brown butter sprinkles, a dusting of cinnamon or chocolate curls could also be so tasty!

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With this secret menu hack, you’ll be sipping your way through a delightful sweetness and plenty of caffeine from both the matcha powder and espresso shots. If you prefer to have less jitters in your drink, you could easily order it ‘half-caff’ or with decaf espresso shots.

For quick reference, here’s how to order the Pot Of Gold drink. Ask for:

  • A grande iced latte
  • With 2 blonde espresso shots (or your preference for ‘half-caff’ or decaf)
  • With your choice of milk
  • Topped with Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Foam with 2 scoops of matcha powder
  • Add brown butter topping

And voila! This drink is such a fun way to ring in St. Patrick’s Day. If you’re craving an iced blended beverage, I also tracked down some pretty delicious-looking secret menu drinks for a Lucky Leprechaun Frappuccino and a Pot Of Gold Frappuccino.

Check ‘em out – and happy St. Paddy’s!

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(TEST) of How To Win In Web3 With Mila Kunis + Kevin Rose

Whether or not you understand Web3, there’s one thing you should know: it’s a massive opportunity for almost anyone — if you’re willing to have some growing pains. In this episode, you’ll learn why Web3 just doesn’t have big investors, it’s also a game-changing chance for women and non-binary individuals to get in early where they are typically left out.

Kevin Rose shares his lessons for growing Moonbirds to $500 million in just four months, and Mila Kunis explains how she has used Web3 to launch passion projects and create value for fans like never before.

In this episode, we cover:

(06:30) Meet Kevin Rose and Mila Kunis
(07:36) What is Web3, and how will it shift power to the people
(09:06) How blockchain keeps people honest
(12:20) Analogies to further explain blockchain
(18:03) Kevin's Doge experiment in 2014
(22:10) Mila's introduction to crypto
(25:00) Mila's passion project using NFTs in animation
(31:01) Why Hollywood didn’t get it right
(32:04) Mila's next project with the NFT community
(37:56) The PROOF Collective
(40:47) Explanation of the Moonbirds NFTs
(45:46) How women and non-binary folks have been excluded from financial and tech opportunities
(50:00) How to encourage marginalized folks to get involved in Web3 and the advantages of a diverse team
(55:00) Gatekeeping in the web3 community
(1:00:15) Big picture on web3 and ideas for keeping lower-income folks engaged
(1:04:00) Why NFTs and crypto should be seen more as a hobby

Where to find Mila Kunis:
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/milakunisv
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MILAKUNISV/

Where to find Kevin Rose:
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/kevinrose
• Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/kevinrose/
• Website: https://www.kevinrose.com/
• Podcast: https://www.proof.xyz/

Where to find First In Line and Brit Morin:
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/brit
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brit/ & https://www.instagram.com/firstinline/
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