Talk about an absolute head-turner! This rich, vibrant copper shade paired with cascading classic Hollywood waves gives off the ultimate old-school glam vibes. The way the deep side sweep drapes softly across the cheekbone is just chef's kiss—it's surprisingly simple to recreate with a large barrel iron and a good brush-out!
How to do this
1. Prep damp, clean hair by distributing a golf ball-sized amount of the volumizing mousse listed below from roots to ends for body and hold.
2. Mist your strands thoroughly with the heat protectant spray listed below, then blow-dry with a large round ceramic brush, directing the front section up and over to establish a dramatic, voluminous side part.
3. Divide your hair into horizontal sections and wrap large 2-inch chunks around the 1.5-inch curling iron listed below, curling all sections in the same direction towards your face to create uniform waves.
4. Pin each curl up to cool with setting clips for about 10 minutes to lock in that gorgeous Hollywood bounce.
5. Release the clips and gently brush through the curls using the wide paddle brush listed below until they merge into smooth, flowing s-waves.
6. Warm two drops of the nourishing hair shine serum listed below between your palms and smooth over the surface to tame flyaways and enhance that luminous copper reflection.
7. Finish with a flexible mist of the medium hold finishing hairspray listed below to ensure the waves hold their shape without feeling stiff.
This sleek glass hair look is honestly pure perfection and so effortlessly chic! I am obsessed with the sharp middle part and that insane mirror-like shine against a dark turtleneck. If you have naturally straight or slightly wavy hair and want a super clean, powerful statement look, this is definitely the one for you!
How to do this
1. Start by washing your hair thoroughly and prepping damp strands with the smoothing blow dry cream listed below to lock out frizz and provide thermal protection.
2. Blow dry the hair straight down in sections using a paddle brush and directional concentrator nozzle, directing airflow from roots to ends for maximum cuticle flatting.
3. Use the tail comb listed below to carve out an ultra-precise, crisp center part straight down the middle of your head.
4. Mist thin vertical sections with the heat protectant spray listed below to shield hair from iron heat.
5. Pass a high-quality titanium flat iron down small 1-inch sections, following immediately behind a fine-tooth comb (the chase method) to achieve that glass-like, pin-straight finish.
6. Warm two to three drops of the high-shine hair serum listed below between your palms and smooth gently from mid-lengths down to ends to eliminate flyaways.
7. Set everything into place with a light mist of the anti-humidity finishing spray listed below to keep it sleek and frizz-free all day.
Can we talk about how insanely chic and powerful a glossy black blowout looks?! I had to include this sleek, layered style because it effortlessly blends high-fashion drama with everyday sophistication. The arched eyebrow-skimming bangs bring total focus right to your eyes, while those soft cascading layers give long hair so much dynamic movement instead of hanging heavy. It feels so polished paired with tailored blazers or a classic evening dress. If you’ve been looking for an edgy yet timeless transformation, this ultra-shiny look is definitely your sign to try it!
How to do this
1. Start by prepping clean, damp hair with a generous mist of the heat protectant spray listed below to shield strands from high heat styling.
2. Blow-dry hair straight down using a smoothing concentrator nozzle and a large ceramic round brush, making sure to dry the bangs straight forward without adding too much lift at the root.
3. Section the hair into manageable horizontal layers and run a flat iron from roots to ends, gently beveling the ends inward around the collarbone and chest layers to highlight the curved face-framing cut.
4. For the fringe, gently pass the flat iron over the bangs in one smooth, quick downward stroke to keep them pin-straight and sleek across the brow line.
5. Warm a tiny drop of the lightweight hair serum listed below between your palms and smooth it over the lengths to eliminate flyaways and seal in an ultra-reflective, glass-like shine.
6. Finish with a light mist of the flexible hold hairspray listed below across the top and fringe to hold the sleek silhouette locked in place all day.
Products Used
Heat Protectant Smoothing Spray
thermal heat protectant smoothing spray for straight hair
This layered blowout is ridiculously gorgeous and gives your hair so much bouncy movement without feeling stiff! I'm completely obsessed with how the curtain bangs frame the face and transition seamlessly into those soft, curved ends. If you have medium to thick hair, this cut is honestly a dream to wear!
How to do this
1. Start with clean, towel-dried hair and apply a quarter-sized amount of smoothing blowout cream and heat protectant spray listed below to prep the strands.
2. Part your hair straight down the middle and section off the crown and bangs with sectioning hair clips.
3. Using a large ceramic round brush listed below and a blow dryer with a concentrator nozzle, work in horizontal sections from the bottom layers upward, rolling the ends inward toward the chest to create that bouncy curve.
4. When you get to the curtain bangs, blow dry them forward on the round brush, then roll them up and away from your face to set that classic outward wing.
5. Once cooled, rake through the layers with your fingers to blend the tiers, and mist a lightweight shine serum and flexible hold hairspray over the entire style to keep the blowout bouncy and frizz-free all day!
There’s nothing quite like a simple twisted half-up style to make your waves look straight out of a fairytale! I love how effortlessly this pulls your hair away from your face while showing off all those gorgeous blonde balayage dimensions.
How to do this
1. Prep dry, clean hair by misting with the heat protectant spray listed below to shield strands from hot styling tools.
2. Using a 1.25-inch curling iron, take 1 to 2-inch vertical sections and loosely wrap them away from the face, leaving the last inch of the ends straight for a relaxed, modern wave.
3. Once curls have cooled, gently run your fingers through your hair or use the wide-tooth comb listed below to soften them into flowing waves.
4. Spritz the mid-lengths and ends with the texturizing wave spray listed below to build effortless separation and body.
5. Section out a 1-inch piece of hair from each side right above your ears, gently twist each piece backwards toward the center of the crown.
6. Bring both twists together in the back and secure them in place using one of the small clear elastic hair ties listed below.
7. Create a topsy tail by flipping the little ponytail up and pulling it through the opening right above the hair tie to hide the band and add dimension.
8. Gently tug on the ridges of the twists to fan them out for a softer, lived-in bohemian look, then lock it all in using the flexible hold hairspray listed below.
This look is the ultimate romantic Dutch braid into a low bun. You begin by carving out a thick section right along your hairline and Dutch braiding it under to create that thick, elevated crown effect. Then, wrap everything back into a soft chignon at the nape, gently pull out the edges of the braid for max volume, and let a few wispy face-framing tendrils float freely.
How to do this
1. Start by prepping your dry hair with the texturizing spray listed below to give your strands enough grip and volume for braiding.
2. Leave out a soft section of hair in front of each ear to act as your face-framing tendrils later on.
3. Create a deep side parting and begin an inverted Dutch braid along the hairline, weaving the outer strands underneath the center strand while gathering small sections from both sides as you work backward toward the nape.
4. Once the braid reaches behind your ear, transition into a standard three-strand braid to the ends and secure it temporarily using the clear mini elastic bands listed below.
5. Gather the remaining loose hair at the back into a low ponytail at the nape, then wrap and twist it into a neat, textured low bun, pinning it securely with the sturdy bobby pins listed below.
6. Wrap the tail of your Dutch braid over and around the base of the bun, tucking the tail underneath and pinning it firmly in place.
7. Gently pull and pancake the outer loops of the Dutch braid to create that wide, voluminous, plush appearance.
8. Soften your face-framing tendrils with a quick touch from a styling iron and lock the entire updo in place with the flexible hold finishing hairspray listed below.
I am totally obsessed with this cool-girl energy! The dark, shaggy textured cut has just the right amount of attitude on its own, but slipping those vibrant electric blue peekaboo slices into the bangs and underneath layers takes it to a whole new level. It's effortless, perfectly messy, and completely unapologetic.
How to do this
1. Start by parting off specific accent sections where you want the pop of color—in this case, a fine slice through the bangs and an underneath peekaboo panel on one side.
2. Pre-lighten those accent strands to a pale blonde using the hair lightening bleach kit listed below, making sure to avoid overlapping onto the base dark hair.
3. Apply a vibrant semi-permanent sapphire blue or cobalt dye to the pre-lightened strands using the blue semi-permanent hair color listed below, allowing it to process fully before rinsing thoroughly with cool water.
4. Cleanse and condition the rest of the dark hair with the color-safe sulfate-free shampoo listed below to keep both tones rich and prevent the blue from bleeding.
5. Prep damp hair with the lightweight heat protectant and styling primer listed below, then rough dry with a blow dryer using your fingers to encourage natural movement and wave.
6. Use a round brush or blow dry brush loosely on the bangs to direct them forward with a soft, natural curve.
7. Finish by misting the dry texturizing volume spray listed below throughout the mid-lengths and crown, scrunching with your hands for that effortless, windswept texture.
Honestly, if you've been wanting to play with pastel color without committing to high-maintenance root touch-ups every four weeks, this look is your sign! The seamless shadow root melts right into a soft, dreamy lavender shade that feels edgy yet surprisingly wearable. Paired with piecey bangs and undone waves, it's effortless cool-girl perfection.
How to do this
1. Prep dry, clean hair with a light mist of the heat protectant spray listed below to shield strands from hot styling tools.
2. Blow-dry the bangs straight down using a small round brush, slightly beveling the ends inward for a soft, natural curve.
3. Section the mid-lengths and ends of your hair, then use the 1.25-inch ceramic curling wand listed below to wrap 1-to-2 inch sections away from the face, leaving the very ends straight for that effortless, lived-in bend.
4. Allow the waves to cool down completely, then rake through them gently with the wide tooth comb listed below to soften the curl into relaxed S-waves.
5. Spritz the mid-lengths and pastel ends with the dry texturizing spray listed below to add airy separation, lift, and separation.
6. Keep the lilac hue crisp and brass-free between washes by using the purple toning hair mask listed below once weekly.
Whenever I wear a structured tailored blazer, I always lean toward a hairstyle that looks polished without feeling too stiff or overdone. This sleek low ponytail paired with soft, brow-grazing bangs creates the ultimate Parisian-chic vibe! Leaving out two whisper-thin strands right in front of the ears instantly softens the jawline and frames the face effortlessly. It is sophisticated enough for the boardroom, yet relaxed enough for an evening dinner date.
How to do this
1. Start by prepping damp hair with a lightweight blow-dry smoothing cream listed below to keep everything sleek and frizz-free.
2. Blow-dry the bangs straight forward using the small ceramic round brush listed below, rolling slightly under and using quick downward strokes to create that soft, rounded Birkin fringe.
3. Pull out two delicate, thin strands right in front of the ears to serve as your face-framing tendrils.
4. Smooth the rest of the hair back towards the nape of your neck using a boar bristle paddle brush to ensure the sides and crown are clean and flat.
5. Secure the hair neatly at the nape into a low ponytail using one of the seamless snag-free hair ties listed below.
6. Run a flat iron briefly over the ponytail length and bangs using the heat protectant spray listed below for an ultra-glossy, polished finish.
7. Finish by spritzing a touch of the flexible hold hairspray listed below onto your hands and lightly gliding over the sides to tame any stubborn flyaways while keeping movement natural.
If you're looking for that effortless woodland fairy vibe, this one is pure magic! It looks like something straight out of a storybook, but trust me, it’s surprisingly easy to pull off. The thick dutch crown keeps your hair neatly swept back, while that sweet little micro-braid peeking underneath adds the absolute coolest bohemian touch.
How to do this
1. Start with clean, dry, straight hair, detangled completely using the wide tooth detangling comb listed below.
2. Prep lengths with a few drops of the lightweight smoothing hair oil listed below to tame flyaways and add a silky shine.
3. Section off a deep strand near your temple or above the ear to begin a raised dutch braid traveling across the crown like a headband.
4. Plait along the side of your head, keeping tension even, then secure behind the head with bobby pins hidden beneath the upper layers.
5. Beneath the main crown braid, take a very small pencil-thin section of hair and weave a tight, classic three-strand micro-braid straight down.
6. Secure the micro-braid at the very tip using the clear mini elastic hair bands listed below.
7. Finish the entire style by misting lightly with the flexible hold hairspray listed below to ensure the braids and sleek straight hair stay perfectly in place all day.
Can we talk about how an effortless top knot is truly the holy grail of everyday hair?! I added this lived-in high bun with curtain bangs because it strikes the perfect balance between casual and chic, don't you think?! You can leave thick face-framing strands down around your cheekbones like this to soften your features, or tuck them loosely behind your ears when you're busy running errands. It's so quick to throw together and looks especially gorgeous when you have dimensional balayage peeking through! Give this easy updo a spin next time you want that clean-girl vibe with zero fuss.
How to do this
1. Start by separating your front fringe and face-framing strands from the rest of your hair using the tail comb listed below so they remain loose.
2. Mist your roots and lengths lightly using the dry texturizing spray listed below to give your hair grip and effortless, lived-in volume.
3. Gather the remaining hair up towards the high crown of your head with your fingers to keep the base relaxed and slightly imperfect rather than slicked tight.
4. Twist the ponytail section around its base to form a relaxed coil, securing it with the seamless hair ties listed below.
5. Gently pull and tease small loops of the bun with your fingers and pin down any loose loops using the matte bobby pins listed below to shape a soft, fluffy top knot.
6. Style your curtain bangs by blow-drying them over the ceramic round brush listed below, directing them away from your face for that soft, framing swoop.
7. Finish the entire look with a light spritz of the flexible hold hairspray listed below to tame flyaways while keeping movement natural.
I've always felt like a classic blowout can sometimes look a little too done-up for casual days, so this lived-in, softly waved style is my absolute sweet spot. The warm honey highlights catch the light around the face, and parting the soft curtain bangs right down the middle gives that effortless Parisian energy without trying too hard. If you want something that transitions from morning coffee straight to a date night dinner, this kind of soft layer and face-framing sweep is definitely the way to go!
How to do this
1. Start by prepping damp hair with a lightweight blow-dry heat protectant cream listed below to shield your hair and add smooth shine.
2. Blow-dry the fringe area first using the ceramic round brush listed below, rolling the curtain bangs forward and upward, then directing the wings back away from the eyes.
3. Rough dry the rest of your hair until it's about 80% dry, then section it off into top and bottom halves.
4. Take medium sections and round-brush with a blow dryer, turning the ends slightly under and away from your shoulders to create soft, fluid bends.
5. For effortless bend in the mid-lengths, wrap random sections around a large barrel curling iron for just a couple of seconds.
6. Once the hair cools completely, mist through the mid-lengths and ends using the dry texturizing spray listed below and shake it gently with your fingers.
7. Finish by smoothing a tiny droplet of the nourishing hair serum listed below onto the flyaways and tips for a healthy, luminous gleam.
Black melting into moody deep forest teal? Yes please, I am obsessed! The soft flowing waves give it such an enchanting, ethereal fairytale vibe. Would you dare to try this dark emerald shade?
How to do this
1. Start by sectioning dry, clean hair and pre-lighten the mid-lengths to ends in a seamless balayage sweep using the hair bleach lightening powder kit listed below.
2. Once the hair lifts to a clean pale yellow (level 9 or 10), rinse thoroughly and shampoo to prep the hair cuticle.
3. Apply a rich black base color at the roots, then saturate the lightened mid-lengths and ends using the deep teal semi-permanent hair dye listed below, smudging the transition zone with your fingers for a soft gradient.
4. Allow the color to process according to the instructions, then rinse in cool water and lock in hydration with the color-depositing conditioner listed below.
5. Before heat styling, mist the lengths generously using the thermal heat protectant spray listed below to shield vivid pigment from heat damage.
6. Take 1.5-inch sections and wrap them loosely around a wide curling wand to create relaxed S-waves, leaving the very tips slightly straight for an effortless shape.
7. Finish by gently raking through the curls with your fingers and misting with the weightless shine finishing spray listed below to enhance the moody, glossy emerald tones.
I’m honestly obsessed with this hairstyle. It gives that ultimate clean girl, snatched vibe that instantly elevates your entire face. It's chic enough to rock on a red carpet or at a formal event, but honestly looks just as amazing paired with a crisp button-down for the office or a casual dinner date. It's sophisticated, polished, and surprisingly quick to pull together once you get the brushing technique down.
How to do this
1. Start by prepping damp hair with a smoothing blow-dry cream listed below and blow it out straight using a round brush or paddle brush.
2. Once completely dry, run a flat iron through small sections to get that glass-like, pin-straight finish.
3. Apply a small amount of sleek styling pomade or hair wax listed below to your roots, temple, and hairline area.
4. Using the boar bristle smoothing brush listed below, sweep all your hair upward and back towards the crown, working section by section to eliminate any lumps or bumps.
5. Secure tightly at the crown with a strong snag-free elastic hair tie listed below.
6. Take a small half-inch piece of hair from underneath the ponytail and wrap it cleanly around the base to hide the hair tie, pinning it underneath with a bobby pin.
7. Finish the look by misting a strong-hold sleek hairspray and high-shine glossing mist listed below to tame every single flyaway and lock in incredible shine.
I love wearing defined curls with a dramatic deep side part like this!! It gives so much instant root lift and gorgeous volume, and sweeping it all to one side looks super glamorous without trying too hard. You can totally dress this up for a nice dinner or keep it breezy and effortless for everyday!
How to do this
1. Start on freshly cleansed, thoroughly conditioned, and damp hair to lock in maximum hydration.
2. Section your curls and apply a generous amount of the curl defining cream listed below from roots to tips, using your fingers to rake and smooth each section.
3. Apply the curl defining styling gel listed below over top using the praying hands method to form a light hold cast and lock in the ringlets.
4. Create a deep side part with a wide-tooth comb or your fingers, allowing the front sections to cascade gently across the forehead.
5. Attach a diffuser head to your blow dryer and dry curls on low heat and medium speed, gently cupping the curls upward toward your scalp without disturbing the ringlet pattern.
6. Once 100% dry, smooth a few drops of the nourishing hair oil listed below between your palms and gently scrunch the curls to break the gel cast, leaving them soft, shiny, and bouncy.
There is something so effortlessly powerful and chic about a perfectly sculpted low bun. I often lean toward messy, effortless buns, but going fully sleek and glass-smooth instantly elevates any dress or evening look! With a crisp center part extended down the back and that perfectly folded roll, it gives pure high-fashion runway energy without needing any extra accessories.
How to do this
1. Start with clean, blown-out hair and apply a smoothing serum to eliminate all flyaways and provide high-gloss shine.
2. Use a precision rat tail comb to carve a razor-sharp center part from the front hairline all the way down to the nape of the neck.
3. Apply a firm-hold hair styling wax or pomade using the fine-bristle styling brush listed below to sweep both sides smoothly and tightly downwards toward the nape.
4. Secure the hair into a low, sleek ponytail at the base of the neck using a snag-free clear hair elastic.
5. Fold and roll the length of the ponytail smoothly under and inward to form an elongated horizontal rounded chignon or French tuck, pinning securely underneath with sturdy matte bobby pins.
6. Take a small cross-section of hair or wrap the upper base cleanly across the top fold to conceal any pins or elastics.
7. Finish the entire architectural style with an ultra-strong hold shine-enhancing hairspray to lock down every single strand for a runway-ready glass finish.
A classic claw clip half-up has literally been my go-to look lately when I want to look pulled together in less than two minutes! It keeps the hair right out of your face while still showing off your length and natural color dimension. Just twist, clip, pull out a couple of soft tendrils by the ears, and you are ready for coffee or a work day.
How to do this
1. Start by gently brushing out dry, straight or slightly wavy hair using the paddle detangling hairbrush listed below to smooth out any knots.
2. Mist hair lightly with the flexible hold hairspray listed below to give your strands a bit of grip and light hold without feeling sticky.
3. Using your thumbs, gather the top half of your hair starting right above the ears and trace back towards the crown.
4. Pull out a few delicate, soft wisps around the ears and sideburns to keep the vibe relaxed and face-flattering.
5. Twist the gathered top section loosely once or twice against the back of your head.
6. Secure the twist firmly in place using the neutral rectangular claw clip listed below, making sure the teeth grab both the twisted section and the base hair beneath it.
7. Finish by smoothing down any stray flyaways on the crown with a dab of the lightweight hair smoothing cream listed below.
Can we just talk about how stunning these warm caramel ribbons look against a rich espresso base?! I love this look because the soft, polished waves catch the light in the most flattering way and give your hair that effortless, liquid-gloss bounce. It’s the ultimate salon-fresh style whether you’re heading into work, running errands in a cozy knit, or getting dressed up for a romantic date night. If you want high-dimension color that grows out seamlessly, this dimensional brunette balayage is pure hair perfection!
How to do this
1. Start by prepping freshly washed, damp hair with a lightweight thermal protectant using the heat protectant spray listed below to shield strands from hot styling tools.
2. Blow dry the hair smooth using the ceramic round brush listed below, lifting at the roots to build natural body and smoothing down the cuticle for mirror-like shine.
3. Section the hair into horizontal tiers, starting at the nape of the neck. Take 1.5-inch sections and wrap them vertically around the 1.25-inch curling iron listed below, curling away from the face to create soft, ribbon-like waves.
4. Hold each section on the barrel for about 6 to 8 seconds, then gently slide the iron out and let the warm curls rest and cool down completely.
5. Once fully cooled, mist through the mid-lengths and ends using the flexible hold hairspray listed below to lock the wave structure in place without crunchiness.
6. Gently rake your fingers through the waves to break them apart into soft, dimensional ribbons, and finish by smoothing 1-2 drops of the smoothing hair oil listed below over the surface for supreme gloss and frizz control.
This look gives everyday half-up hair an edgy, athletic upgrade with delicate side lace braiding. You create tight diagonal braided accents along the temple that seamlessly feed into a lifted, sleek half-ponytail, leaving the rest of your hair flowing freely down the back.
How to do this
1. Start by detangling dry hair with a detangling paddle brush listed below, then divide the hair into top and bottom sections.
2. On one side along the temple/recession area, take a thin subsection of hair and begin a tight lace braid, adding small, clean strands only from the hairline as you work diagonally backward toward the crown.
3. Repeat this lace braiding technique on the opposite side so both braided details meet evenly at the crown of your head.
4. Gather the top half of your hair along with the ends of both side braids into a high half-ponytail, smoothing out bumps using the smoothing boar bristle brush listed below.
5. Secure the half-ponytail tightly with the seamless black hair ties listed below.
6. Apply a small dab of the edge control styling gel listed below along the hairline and side parts with a fine edge brush to tame flyaways and sharpen the braided lines.
7. Finish the entire style by misting a light veil of the flexible hold hairspray listed below over the top and lengths for lasting hold.
I’m absolutely in love with this hairstyle because it has that effortless, romantic boho feel that works for literally everything from sunny outdoor festivals to a cozy picnic in the park. The combination of face-framing wispy bangs with soft, pancaked fishtail pigtails keeps your hair completely out of your face while still looking super feminine and styled. It’s also such a lifesaver for second- or third-day hair! Definitely give these braids a try—they look way more complicated than they actually are to put together.
How to do this
1. Start by prepping clean, dry hair with a generous mist of the dry texturizing spray listed below to give your strands enough grip and texture for braiding.
2. Separate out your bangs and a few soft, wispy tendrils around the front of your face to frame it nicely.
3. Divide the rest of your hair evenly down the center back into two equal sections.
4. Starting on one side at the temple, begin a Dutch braid by crossing sections under rather than over, incorporating hair along the hairline and side of the head down behind the ear.
5. Once you reach the nape of the neck, transition the section into a classic two-strand fishtail braid: divide the ponytail into two equal halves, cross a small outer sliver of hair from one side over into the opposite side, and alternate back and forth down the length.
6. Secure the end leaving a couple of inches loose with one of the clear mini elastic hair ties listed below.
7. Repeat the exact same Dutch-to-fishtail braiding process on the opposite side of your head.
8. Gently tug at the outer edges of the braids with your fingertips to pancake them and give them that relaxed, lived-in bohemian feel.
9. Style your wispy bangs with a quick pass of a round brush or your fingertips, and lock in the dreamy look using the flexible hold finishing hairspray listed below.
I love how simple yet show-stopping this look is! A sharp center part and a snatched low pony or bun is always stunning, but adding silver glitter right along the front hairline totally takes it to the next level for festivals or New Year's Eve parties.
How to do this
1. Start by prepping clean, dry hair with a smoothing serum and use a precision tail comb to carve out a super clean, razor-sharp center part right down the middle.
2. Smooth both sides flat against your head using a firm boar bristle brush listed below along with a generous amount of strong-hold edge styling gel.
3. Gather the hair tightly at the nape of the neck and secure it into a sleek low ponytail or neat chignon using a snag-free elastic band.
4. Tame any remaining flyaways using a strong-hold smoothing hair wax stick listed below to get that ultra-glassy, clean girl base.
5. Mix fine cosmetic silver craft glitter with clear hair styling gel or aloe vera gel in a small mixing dish.
6. Dip a flat synthetic makeup brush into the glitter gel mixture and paint a precise band directly along the front hairline, softly dusting remaining specks backward onto the crown.
7. Lock everything firmly into place with a generous mist of high-shine finishing hairspray so the glitter stays put all night long.
I think one of the most stunning ways to elevate a sleek straight hairstyle for a party or festival is with geometric elastic sectioning! By weaving small micro-ponytails into a criss-cross pattern along the side of the head and topping each connection with a crystal gem, you get a showstopping, jewelry-like effect that completely transforms your everyday look.
How to do this
1. Start on clean, straightened hair and prep with the smoothing hair oil listed below to tame flyaways and add a high-shine finish.
2. Using the rat tail tail comb listed below, create clean, diagonal zigzag or parallel subsections starting above the temple and working back toward the ear.
3. Secure small micro-sections along the hairline with the clear mini elastics listed below, forming your first row of small ponytails.
4. Split each micro ponytail in half and cross the strands diagonally into adjacent sections to create a geometric, honeycomb-like criss-cross lattice pattern.
5. Fasten each intersection securely with another clear elastic band to maintain high tension and clean lines.
6. Carefully affix the rhinestone hair gems listed below directly over each elastic node using the hair gem applicator or lash-safe adhesive.
7. Set the sleek look in place and eliminate stray baby hairs with a firm spritz of the strong hold hairspray listed below.
I've always loved a good dramatic color transition, and this black-to-emerald green ombré is absolute perfection! The deep roots melt so effortlessly into this lush, vibrant forest shade that it looks moody yet super polished all at once. Plus, styling it into these soft, brushed-out waves gives the whole look an almost whimsical, dark-glam vibe that catches the light like crazy. If you’ve been on the fence about trying a bold jewel tone, this shadow-rooted look is definitely the sign you’ve been waiting for!
How to do this
1. Start by prepping pre-lightened hair for vivid coloring; ensure the mid-lengths to ends are lifted to a pale yellow level 9 or 10 while keeping the root area deep black or off-black.
2. Apply a rich emerald green semi-permanent direct dye using the tint brush listed below, blending it smoothly upward into the dark root area to create a seamless root melt.
3. Let the vivid dye process thoroughly, then rinse with cold water and treat the strands using the color-protecting deep conditioning hair mask listed below to seal the cuticle and lock in that jewel-toned vibrancy.
4. Mist damp hair with the heat protectant spray with argan oil listed below, then blow-dry using a large round ceramic brush to build maximum volume and smoothness from roots to ends.
5. Divide hair into horizontal sections and create loose, glamorous waves using the 1.25-inch ceramic curling wand listed below, wrapping hair away from the face.
6. Allow the curls to cool completely, then gently comb through them using the wide-tooth detangling comb listed below to transform them into soft, cascading Hollywood-style S-waves.
7. Finish with a spritz of the flexible hold hairspray listed below to lock in the shape while maintaining natural swing, high shine, and movement.
Are you completely obsessed with that lived-in, sun-kissed contrast? I just had to include this gorgeous dark brown to warm golden blonde ombre balayage because it gives the perfect effortless glow! The deep natural roots keep maintenance totally stress-free, while the soft honey blonde waves frame your face and brighten everything up so beautifully. It’s such an easy, versatile style whether you’re heading to the office or getting dressed up for a fun date night!
How to do this
1. Start by prepping damp hair with a thermal protectant spray using the heat protectant spray listed below to shield strands from hot styling tools.
2. Blow-dry the hair smooth using a large ceramic round brush to achieve natural root volume and a soft, sleek finish.
3. Create a clean, centered middle part down to the crown using a fine-tooth tail comb.
4. Divide hair into horizontal sections and use a 1.25-inch ceramic curling iron listed below to wrap vertical mid-shaft sections away from the face, leaving the very bottom ends slightly relaxed.
5. Once curled, allow the ringlets to cool completely before gently combing through with a wide-tooth detangling comb to soften into fluid waves.
6. Apply a few drops of lightweight nourishing hair oil listed below to the bleached golden ends to add radiant shine and eliminate any frizz.
7. Mist lightly with a flexible hold hairspray to lock in movement and hold the face-framing sweep throughout the day.
This is the ultimate business-in-the-front, party-in-the-back hairstyle if you love switching between edgy and classic. You can throw your hair up into a sleek high ponytail when you're working out or going out to show off that incredible shaved geometric art, or just drop your hair down when you want a completely normal, professional look.
How to do this
1. Start by sectioning off the top bulk of hair neatly with hair clips, parting precisely from above the temples around to the nape to isolate the undercut zone.
2. Buzz down the undercut section using cordless hair clippers with a short guard to establish a clean, even base length.
3. Use a detailed precision trimmer or edging blade to carve out the geometric line work and inner logo/pattern, working carefully from the outer contour inward.
4. Clean up the bare design lines with a straight razor or foil shaver using clear shave gel to make the contrast pop against the scalp.
5. Release the top section, apply a smoothing serum, and brush it smoothly upward into a sleek high ponytail using a boar bristle smoothing brush.
6. Secure the ponytail firmly with a heavy-duty snag-free hair elastic and mist the perimeter with a strong hold hairspray to tame any flyaways and highlight the shaved artwork underneath.
I’m totally obsessed with this look. It takes a sleek, glass-hair blowout and gives it an instantly cool gothic edge just by adding two simple face-framing baby braids decorated with intricate silver cuffs. It has this mysterious dark academia vibe that makes a statement without being over the top, making it amazing for a night out, a themed event, or just bringing some daily drama to your everyday look.
How to do this
1. Start by prepping clean, damp hair with a smoothing heat protectant spray to ensure a sleek, frizz-free finish.
2. Blow dry the hair straight down with a paddle brush using the ionic hair dryer listed below to achieve high shine and a smooth canvas.
3. Divide the hair into clean sections and pass a flat iron over each piece from roots to ends using the ceramic flat iron listed below.
4. Create a sharp, precise middle part down the center using the fine-tooth rat tail comb listed below.
5. Section out two small, symmetrical half-inch strands of hair directly along your front hairline on either side of the part.
6. Tightly braid each of these two frontal sections straight down all the way to the tips into neat micro-plaits and secure the ends with clear mini elastics.
7. Gently slide patterned silver hair cuffs onto each braid at evenly spaced intervals using the filigree hair cuffs listed below.
8. Finish the entire style with a light mist of glossing mist to lock down flyaways and impart an ultra-reflective gothic sheen.
Isn’t this bouncy, sun-kissed blonde style just the ultimate dream hair?? This look works wonders if you love effortless volume and dimensional color that grows out seamlessly with a soft root melt. One thing I absolutely love about this hairstyle is how easy it is to revive on day two or three! Just flip your hair over, mist on a little dry texturizer, and you're good to go with full, head-turning glam!
How to do this
1. Start by prepping damp, freshly washed hair with a golf-ball-sized dollop of the volumizing root lift mousse listed below right at your roots, followed by the lightweight heat protectant spray listed below distributed evenly through your mid-lengths and ends.
2. Blow-dry using a large ceramic round brush, lifting upward and away from the scalp at the crown to lock in maximum airy root volume.
3. Section the hair horizontally from bottom to top, taking roughly 1.5-inch sections and wrapping them around the 1.25-inch ceramic curling iron listed below, leaving about an inch of the ends out for an effortless, modern finish.
4. Alternate the curl direction through the back, but make sure to curl the sections around your face outward and away from your cheeks to accentuate your bone structure.
5. Once all the curls have completely cooled, flip your head upside down and thoroughly spray the dry texturizing spray listed below through the roots and mid-shaft to break up the curl definition and build lived-in fullness.
6. Flip back up, run your fingers loosely through your hair, and lock in the bombshell lift with a gentle mist of the flexible hold hairspray listed below.
These double Dutch braids are seriously such a cool, effortless look! They give off major modern Viking vibes and look amazing with dimensional ash blonde highlights because every stitch shows off the color contrast. If you're heading to a festival, running errands, or just want your hair totally out of your face while looking cute, this style is a total go-to!
How to do this
1. Start by parting clean, detangled hair straight down the middle from the forehead to the nape of the neck using a rat tail comb, securing one side with a clip to keep it out of the way.
2. Before braiding, lightly mist the workable section using the texturizing spray listed below to add grip and keep flyaways under control.
3. Pull out a few thin, wispy pieces right in front of the ear and temple to act as soft face-framing tendrils.
4. At the front hairline, separate a small triangular section into three equal pieces and begin a Dutch braid by crossing the outside strands underneath the middle strand.
5. Continue Dutch braiding firmly along the contour of the head, incorporating small, smooth sections of hair from each side into the braid with every stitch until you reach the nape of the neck.
6. Once all hair is gathered into the braid, continue a standard three-strand braid underhanded over the shoulder until about four to five inches from the ends.
7. Fasten the bottom securely using clear mini elastic hair ties listed below.
8. Repeat the exact same process on the opposite side, ensuring the braids are symmetrical in tension and placement.
9. Gently pinch and pull (pancake) the outer loops of the braids to add fullness and dimension, then lock the look in place with a mist of the flexible hold hairspray listed below.
Padded headbands are officially back and I am totally here for it! This look is so effortless to pull together—it instantly elevates a simple blowout into something super chic and put-together. Leaving those soft, wispy bangs out in the front keeps it looking fresh and youthful rather than overly formal, which makes it my absolute go-to for cozy fall days.
How to do this
1. Start with freshly washed, damp hair and apply a smoothing blowout cream like the smoothing blowout heat protectant cream listed below from roots to ends.
2. Blow dry the bangs first using a small ceramic round brush listed below, rolling them downward and slightly back to create a gentle curve that frames your cheekbones.
3. Section the remaining hair into manageable pieces and blow dry using a large round brush, directing the airflow downward to ensure a smooth, frizz-free cuticle with softly curved tips.
4. For extra sleekness, pass a ceramic flat iron over any stray waves, slightly turning your wrist at the ends so they bend naturally toward your chest.
5. Warm a couple drops of nourishing hair shine oil listed below in your palms and smooth it over the lengths to add a glossy sheen and tame flyaways.
6. Separate your center-parted wispy bangs in front, and slide the padded velvet headband listed below onto your crown about an inch behind your fringe.
7. Set everything lightly with a flexible hold styling hairspray listed below to keep the bangs and crown looking pristine all day.
Can we talk about how dreamy these golden beach waves look? I had to feature this sun-kissed layered style because it gives off that effortlessly gorgeous, endless-summer energy we are all constantly chasing! The soft curtain bangs frame the face so naturally, while the honey-toned balayage ribbons catch the sunlight from every single angle. Whether you're heading out for a seaside date, packing for a weekend vacation, or just want your everyday hair to feel a bit more relaxed and romantic, this cut and color combination never misses. Grab your favorite texturizing spray and try these easy waves for your next outing!
How to do this
1. Start by prepping towel-dried hair with a lightweight styling mousse and the leave-in conditioning detangler listed below to keep moisture locked in.
2. Rough dry your hair with a blow dryer until it is roughly 80% dry, lifting at the roots with your fingers for natural, airy volume.
3. Blow dry your curtain bangs forward and away from the face using the round ceramic blow-dry brush listed below to create that gentle swooping curve around the cheekbones.
4. Mist the mid-lengths and ends thoroughly with the heat protectant spray listed below before applying any hot tools.
5. Using the 1.25-inch curling iron listed below, take vertical 1-to-2-inch sections around your head and wrap them loosely around the barrel, leaving the last inch of the ends out to maintain a modern, relaxed beach wave.
6. Once all waves have cooled completely, rake your fingers through the hair to break up the pattern into soft, tousled ripples.
7. Finish the effortless beach style by spraying the sea salt texturizing spray listed below generously from mid-shaft to ends, scrunching lightly with your hands for that perfect lived-in movement.
