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Is big hair a sign of the times? Glamour magazine believes so, and I happen to agree.

Everywhere I turn recently, I'm hearing about the return of over-the-top coiffs. From brand publicists to industry insiders and celebrities, there's a major shift in focus. And it makes perfect sense. Gorgeous, voluminous locks are a great pick-me-up in a time of economic uncertainty.

Check out a few of my favorite root-lifters here, and be sure to brush up on Glamour's "Dos and Don'ts of Big Hair" to ensure you pump up the volume in style.