How to Style Your Hair Like Patricia Arquette's

Patricia Arquette is one of the most recognizable actresses in television and films. Her signature blond hair and breathy and emotional acting style have made her a highly regarded staple in the entertainment industry. Capturing Patricia Arquette's hairstyle can be tricky. Here is a bit of inside information on how to make it work on you.

Instructions

1. Start by reviewing some of Patricia Arquette's hairstyles throughout her acting career. Visit your local movie store and rent her films and TV shows to get a feel the looks she tends to go for.

2. Watch the complete collection of "Medium," Patricia Arquette's most recent TV work and observe her most consistent look, the bob.

3. Visit a hairstylist and ask to have your hair dyed to Patricia Arquette blond. Take a picture of the hair color to your stylist as a reference point. Keep in mind, however, that your current hair color plays a part in how blond your hair can become.

4. Cut your hair in a simple blunt-cut bob with bangs straight across. Wash and condition it so the hair is shiny and has a lot of movement. Ask your stylist to thin it a bit if you have fuller hair. Flat-iron the hair to create Patricia Arquette's signature stick-straight style.

5. Experiment with some of Arquette's more free looks, such as the long, curly tresses she donned for award shows in 2007. Note that in recent years, Arquette has toned her blond toward gold for a more natural and sun-kissed look.

Tips & Warnings

• Experiment with length. Arquette often cuts her hair for her role in "Medium" but sports a longer style in her off-months.

Resources

• Shots of Arquette hairstyles.
• More shots of the Arquette bob.