Transformation

Padma Lakshmi kicked off her career in 1999 as the rarest of creatures—a model who loves food. After releasing her first cookbook, Easy Exotic, Lakshmi went on to become the Emmy award-winning host of Top Chef and the author of a second bestseller, Tangy, Tart, Hot and Sweet. In keeping with her busy schedule, Lakshmi prefers no-fuss, touchable hairstyles. As she told InStyle: "If you are comfortable, it shows on your face and you are more beautiful."

The Indian-born model framed her face with wispy tendrils.