Hitchcock Blondes
Film-maker and master of suspense Alfred Hitchcock used an A-List roster of platinum blondes in his movies including Ingrid Bergman, Grace Kelly and Janet Leigh. In the new film about his romance with his wife Alma Reville during the filming of Psycho, which premiered in New York on Sunday night, Anthony Hopkins, Scarlett Johansson, Dame Helen Mirren, Jessica Biel and Toni Collette star. Here's the best beauty products to re-create the perfect Hitchcock look.
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1. John Frieda Blonde Hair Repair Conditioning Treatment
This Blonde Hair Repair mask from John Frieda nourishes locks. (£5.89).
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2. John Frieda Colour Renew Tone Correcting Shampoo
Use this set of shampoo and conditioner to tone bleached blonde hair. The formula neutralises brassy tones in your locks leaving them freshened and brighter. (£5.89 each).
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3. Janet Leigh in Psycho
Hitchcock famously noted: "Blondes make the best victims. They're like virgin snow that shows up the bloody footprints." Here's Janet Leigh in classic Hitchcock film Psycho.
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4. Scarlett Johansson at the Hitchcock premiere in New York
Scarlett Johansson looks stunning with a deep burgundy lip and a classic wave though her hair at the Hitchcock premiere in New York. Anthony Hopkins, who was unable to attend the red carpet event, takes on the titular role.
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5. The Body Shop Colourglide Shine Lip Colour
Hitchcock's leading ladies liked a strong lip. Recreate their look with this Colourglide Lip Colour from The Body Shop. It's a classic red with a twist - a little shimmer in the formulation. (£9).
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6. Garnier Olia in Very Light Blonde
Dye your locks blonde in the comfort of your own home. Garnier Olia is an ammonia-free treatment enriched with four flower oils - sunflower, camellia, passion flower and white meadowfoam. (£6.99).
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7. Green People Pressed Mineral Powder SPF15 in Honey
Create a soft, matte base with this Pressed Mineral Powder by Green People. It contains an SPF of 15 to help protect the skin. (£20.45).
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8. The Body Shop Brow & Liner Kit
This Brow & Liner Kit contains a light and dark shade to fill and define brows. It also comes with a handy double-ended brush with two thicknesses. (£10).
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9. Rear Window star Grace Kelly
Note Grace Kelly's classic Holywood look - a strong brow, darkened lip and flawless base. The Rear Window star is pictured in 1955.
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10. Psycho star Janet Leigh and Tony Curtis
Tony Curtis and wife Janet Leigh in 1956. Janet played Marion Crane in the 1960 film Psycho.
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11. Helen Mirren at the Hitchcock premiere in New York
Timeless beauty Dame Helen Mirren looks radiant at the Hitchcock premiere in New York on Sunday night. She plays Hitchcock's wife Alma Reville in the new film.
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12. Jessica Biel at the Hitchcock premiere in New York
Jessica Biel is pictured at the Hitchcock premiere in New York. In the 2012 film Hitchcock, the brunette actress plays blonde Psycho actress Vera Miles who played Lila Crane in the 1960 film. Jessica wears a wig for the role.
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13. Toni Collette at the Hitchcock premiere in New York
Blonde Australian actress Toni Collette smiles at the Hitchcock premiere in New York. She takes on the role of Peggy Robertson - Hitchcock's assistant. In the film she wears a brunette wig.
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14. Laura Mercier Creme Smooth Lip Colour in Merlot and Portofino
Perfect your pout with Laura Mercier's range of lipsticks. The fragrance-free formula contains Vitamin E, pure olive oil and rose seed extract to help nourish and plump the lips. (£20).
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15. MAC Lipstick in Lady Danger
Lady Danger is a classic red from MAC. (£14)
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16. Leo Bancroft Radiant Blonde Intensive Shampoo and Conditioner
Look after blonde locks with Leo Bancroft's new range of shampoo and conditioners. They are specially formulated for light hair and help eradicate any brassy tones. (£4 each).
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17. Tippi Hendren and Alfred Hitchcock
Alfred Hitchcock and his blond protegee Tippi Hedren are pictured in 1963 at the festival theatre in Cannes, France. They are at the screening of their film The Birds. The chilling suspense film stars Tippi.
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18. Tweezerman Mini Brow Rescue Kit
Keep eyebrows in check with this handy kit from Tweezerman. It contains miniature versions of the brand's Slant Tweezer, eyehance Highlighter Pencil, Brow Mousse and Brow Shaping Brush. (£25).
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19. Laura Mercier Mineral Finishing Powder
Create a perfect base using this Mineral Finishing Powder from Laura Mercier over foundation. (£26).
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20. Alfred Hitchcock and wife
Alfred Hitchcock and his wife Alma Reville are pictured in 1959 at a London airport. Anthony Hopkins and Dame Helen Mirren play the couple in the new 2012 film, Hitchcock.
