Wearing your hair in an upswept style is a great way for women on the go to look fabulous without having to spend a lot of time curling or straightening your locks. Whether it is a bun, a ponytail or a combination of the two, updos can be simple and fashionable. Many choose to accessorize their updo with a classy jewel clip or barette or attractive silk head scarf.
Bohemian Updo
A simple and affordable way to style your hair in an updo is to borrow from recent celebrities such as Kate Hudson and Nicole Richie. Both have been seen sporting bohemian braids that can be easily incorporated into a bun to form a chic, easy-to-maintain updo. To get the look, braid two strands of hair--one on the right side of your head and one on the left. Gently pull the rest of your hair back as if to put into a ponytail and twirl the braid strands where the hair meets. Fasten together with bobby pins, a hair clip or a barrette and use hair spray to hold in place.
Hollywood Nape Bun
One of the most elegant, timeless hairstyle updos celebrated by classic Hollywood film stars like Audrey Hepburn and Grace Kelly is the nape bun. To get the look, brush your hair and apply shine cream (also called conditioning cream or leave-in conditioning treatment and available at all department and drug stores nationwide) to make your hair silky smooth. Then simply brush your hair into one straight line (as if putting it in a ponytail at the nape of the neck). Twirl your hair around your finger and twist into a bun at the center of the neck until your hair has been completely incorporated into the bun. Fasten with an attractive rhinestone jewel clip or butterfly barrette (found in department and hair supply stores) and use hair spray to finish.
1960s Go-Go Beach Look
This is a great look for casual day wear, and is also very simple and does not require special styling skills. It works well for all hair types and lengths. All you need is a head scarf (such as those worn in the 1960s--the more colorful the better) and a ponytail holder or hair clip. To get the look, place the scarf around the hairline so that all of your hair is inside the perimeter of the scarf. Tie the scarf at the back of the neck, either on the left or right side. After the scarf is in place, pull your hair into a ponytail at the crown of your head and place in the holder. You may choose to pull a few strands of hair on each side for effect, or if you have bangs you may wish to style them and let some peek through the scarf. Style with hair spray to finish the look.
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