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It’s a rather daring look for someone who’s style is more sophisticated and subdued; absolutely a risk, but we think it paid off—majorly.

At the Louis Vuitton party for Sam Taylor-Wood, English actress Thandie Newton went for whimsical with this kooky top knot chignon that sat slightly off-center, right atop her forehead. One part ‘Grey Gardens‘ granny, two parts ‘laissez-faire’ hair, we think Thandie’s on to something. We’re guessing it won’t be long before other stars start pushing their ponys a bit more forward as well—here’s how to get the look before everyone else jumps on the high bun bandwagon:

Step #1: Using a boar bristle brush (helps tame pesky flyaways), sweep hair into a very high position, like 4-to-5 inches off of your forehead;

Step #2: Tautly secure ponytail using a snag-less rubber band, and slip hair through a chignon pillow and push it to the base;

Step #3: Twist the hair around the pillow, and secure with bobby pins;

Step #4: Mist with hairspray to set.

Tela Beauty Organics Boar Bristle Hairbrush, $72 at Nordstrom.com | Sephora Collection Snag-Free Hair Elastics, $3.50 at Sephora.com | Hair Stylers Mesh Chignon, $3.69 at SallyBeauty.com | Conair Brush Styling Essentials Matte Minis Bobby Pins, $1.29 at Drugstore.com | L’Oreal Elnett Extra Stong Hold Hairspray, $14 at WalMart.com.

Thandie Newton attended Sam Taylor Wood’s party which was host by Louis Vuitton in London this week. Louis Vuitton threw the party in Sam’s honor because she’s the latest muse for the French brand.

Thandie wore a Louis Vuitton Spring 2011 floral print dress with a drop-waist.

Her shift dress was paired with the sexiest black strappy Jimmy Choo sandals I’ve seen in a while on the red carpet.

The British actress completed her look with metallic silver clutch and flawless make-up.

Earlier this week I mentioned that Thandie is known for a particular hairstyle. Well it looks like she wanted to switch things up at this event because she styled her hair into a super high top knot.

I love how Thandie pulls off this bold look so effortlessly whilst having fun with fashion at the same time.

Thandie Newton is one of those rare people who actually looks more beautiful without make-up.

The British actress attended the EQUALS on film: Oxfam gala screening during the Birds Eye View Film Festival at the Queen Elizabeth Hall in London this weekend.

Marni aficionado’s (you know who you are) would’ve instantly recognised her look.

Thandie wore a printed Marni dress and a white and blue coat is from the Fall 2006 collection.

Her casual look was paired with a Miu Miu tote and tan booties.

No matter what the occasion Thandie always look flawless.

I know many of you have complained that she doesn’t vary her hair style often enough, but she always does just enough for me for it not to be a real issue.

I guess when if someone isn’t wearing black all the time I’m not really focusing on the hair.

Thandie Newton was on PIX11 Morning News in the US today with her co-star Tessa Thompson, to talk about their roles as troubled sisters Tangie and Nyla in the new Tyler Perry movie “For Colored Girls”.

The movie has been adapted from Ntozake Shange’s 1975 play “For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide When the Rainbow Is Enuf”.

The movie reveals different issues that impact women in general and women of colour in particular.

Janet Jackson, Anika Noni Rose and Phylicia Rashad also star in the movie.

Thandie arrived at the CW Studios flying the British flag – as she always does – wearing a Vivienne Westwood Red Label Spring 2011 suit.

Her grey Westwood is incredibly chic. I love the sharp tailoring and the tapered pants.

Thandie looks amazing no matter what she wears.

The fresh-faced beauty added red studded Stella McCartney peep-toes and carried a brown suede Miu Miu horn-strap tote to complete her look.

“For Colored Girls” opens in theaters on November 5.