Cristiano Cora is the newest celebrity hairstylist

Cristiano Cora is the newest celebrity in the hair styling circuit. This hairstylist in Manhattan who charges $300 per haircut is now offering a free haircut a week for his jobless clients. If you have a pink slip to show as evidence you may be lucky enough to get an “unemployment haircut” for free! If you are wondering how long this offer is on, Cora adds, “As long as the recession lasts”. You can read full story here

Which Hollywood Hairstyle Is For You?

Wondering what your favorite celebrity’s hairstyle would look like on you? With new styles added monthly, inStyle’s Hollywood Hair Virtual Makeover lets you test drive the latest styles before you hit the salon! Choose from hairstyles from stars such as Claire Danes, Angelina Jolie, Victoria Beckham Hayden Panettiere, and more. Use one of your own personal photos, or select a model that is closest to your face shape and skin color. Each hair style can be adjusted, so you can also try a limitless combination of hair color, highlights, and lowlights! Save your pictures, email them to friends, and print them out to take with you to the salon when you find the perfect style!

Celeb-Worthy Salons in NYC

Next time you’re in the Big Apple, treat your hair to a privileged experience at a celebrity hotspot for hair care. Appointments are difficult to get, but it’s worth a try at these salons that have put themselves on the maps of the most gorgeous stars:

John Frieda Salon, Madison Avenue
Head colorist and Sharon Dorram-Krause has colored Renee Zellweger, Uma Thurman, Kate Winslet and more. Call the salon to book an appointment with this “Color Genius”!
April Barton’s Suite 303
This haven for rocker hair care couldn’t be in a more perfect place- the Chelsea Hotel. Clients include Elvis Costello, Eddie Vedder, Oasis and U2. Cuts range in price from $50 to $120. Call for appointments and other pricing.
Garren New York
A leader in his trade, Garren has been working hair magic for over two decades. His list of clients includes Oprah Winfrey, Madonna, Nicole Kidman, a slew of supermodels, and even the iconic Audrey Hepburn. Located at the Fifth Avenue Sherry Netherland Hotel (pictured), this salon is the best of the best for the star treatment in NYC.