Have you seen an outfit on a celebrity recently, and want to know which designer created it? Or have you spotted a hair style that you think would be great for you on the red carpet and want to know how to view it again so you can correctly describe it to your stylist? Of course you have. That’s why you’ll probably want to do a celebrity search online to find out more about your favorite stars—and how you can look just a little more like them.

Keep in mind that just because something is in print or on television doesn’t necessarily mean that it’s creditable. This mainly applies to gossip or alleged information, but tabloids also attach a lot of things to pictures that may not be accurate (i.e. adjusting a celebrities body type, slightly changing a haircut) so make sure that you’re getting your celeb info from a source you can trust. Sources like E (Entertainment Television), Entertainment Tonight, and music channels like MTV, VH1 and BET all have live examples of celebrities in great outfits that it may not be all that difficult to imitate, and shows that are dedicated to fashion will give you tips on how to apply makeup and do your hair like a star.

Lots of celebrities have their own websites with daily blogs, so you can find out what you want to know about your favorite star right from the horse’s mouth, so to speak. The sites may also include pictures of the celebrity, so you can see how the star’s look has evolved. You may even be able to post your comments on the site, or discuss your admiration for a certain celebrity with other fans. Of course, all celebrity sites are not official or authorized by the celebrity, so be aware of sites that bash celebrities or have digitally altered photos.

Most magazines have an online version these days, but you still may want to get a hard copy of the magazine to have real pictures of your favorite celebrities in hairstyles and outfits you may want to try out. Search through fashion magazines that you like for more styling ideas, and consider getting a subscription to a publication to get constant beauty and fashion advice.