Trendy Do It Yourself Hairstyles

Sophisticated and complicated hairstyles can sometimes represent a real challenge as they suppose a higher level of complexity when it comes to styling. However, what looks as a very studied, elaborated and trendy hairstyle might not always be the masterpiece of a famous hairstylist. Do it yourself trendy hairstyles are easy and quick to make, and they offer a gorgeous, yet relaxed look.

Take a look to some of the easiest do it yourself trendy hairstyles and get ready to look like a stunning diva.

Marilyn Monroe’s hairstyle became a point of reference and the symbol of the ‘50s. This is that type of look that will certainly turn heads that should to be worn with attitude as it brings out face traits. In order to obtain an excellent result, it is essential to use products for shiny hair and ones that intensify the color. You need to make loose curls, for bangs too, if you have, and then add height. Apply some hair mousse or wax. Then, blow dry your hair and set hot rollers into hair to ear level. After they cool, take them off and use a wide-tooth comb to arrange the ends. Remember that if you style it too much, you might ruin the curls. If you want your hairstyle to resist, use a shampoo for volume before starting working on it, and as a final step a lot of hair spray to make the hairstyle resist longer.

Cascading gorgeous waves are among celebrities’ top favorites when it comes to elegant and glam hairstyles. But it’s not the too studied version that is so popular, but the messier one. In this case is important to use products for volume with gentle fixing. This hairstyle is ideal to bring out accentuated cheekbones especially if you start making the waves from cheek level. Choose this hairstyle if you have heart-shaped face as it sweetens traits.

 
Braids, in all the possible versions, will always be a trendy hairstyle, easy and quick to style, and appropriate for casual and elegant outfits. The romantic braid is that hairstyle that can be adopted for every occasion and for any outfit. Whether you set it in the back or on the side, the secret stands in obtaining that studied messiness that can mask a rebellious hair. The braid shouldn’t be plaited tightly as it needs to reflect naturalness.

Mixing two basic trends, the updo and the braid, you can get a simple, Greek bun placed at the crown of your head. Before making the high bun, keep a hair strand from the nape, braid it, and when the bun is ready, wrap the braid around the base of the bun. Another interesting and sophisticated version it might seem a little bit more complicated. Start by separating the hair into three sections. Secure the middle part into a bun, braid the other two and tuck them into the bun.

 
Even if it might sound impossible, there are so many different choices for styling short hair. If the length in the back allows you to, use the curling iron or small hot rollers in order to create sexy curls. You can apply various accessories, such as a precious hair pin, or jeweled headbands, depending on the event.

For those of you who have short hair, a rock chic hairstyle will make you look sophisticated and effortless in the same time. This is the ideal alternative for any occasion that doesn’t require too pretentious hairstyles. In order to get the proper look, apply some mousse for shiny hair when hair is almost dry, which will allow you to work it better. You can also use a little wax and pull hair up and forward. Play with the texture until you obtain the look you want. Tip your head upside down, apply some hair spray to set the hair into place, and brush the hair at the sides forward.

 

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*Heidi Mitchell is a hair stylist that works out of a salon in Colorado Springs called Mateos Salon and Day Spa. Heidi specializes in mens and womens haircuts, color, highlights, and styling. Heidi is a graduate of Toni & Guy Hairdressing Academy and has been making people look amazing for the last 7 years. 

Curly Hair Styling Tips

Curly hair will always be “in” regardless any hairstyle trend. Despite its natural beauty, curly hair is usually seen as a burden as it is well known the fact that this is the most difficult to manage of all hair types. However, with just a few curly hair styling tips you’ll look sexy and elegant without too much stress. It’s time for you to embrace your natural curls and take advantage of their uniqueness and beauty.

When it comes to curly hairstyles, it is important to first learn how to take care of curly hair as this type of hair “molds” almost by itself very easily. There are some specific rules to follow, rules that can only be applied on this type of hair. 

Remember that it is important not to brush curly hair and use a wide-tooth comb to gently detangle the hair. After you wash it, you can even style it using just your fingers. It is totally true that curly hair needs extra attention especially when brushing it as it can easily break. In order to avoid awful mornings with super-wild hair, you should begin the care routine in the moment you start washing your curly hair. Use mild shampoos and conditioners that are also nourishing as we want to avoid that curly hair becoming dry. If you can, avoid blow drying curly hair. An appropriate hair care will now allow you to proceed to a better styling. Even if it’s sounds rather unbelievable, curly hair is versatile, and you can play with in order to get different looks. You just need imagination, some styling skills, and an anti-frizz product that will help you handle the curls easier.

Naturally curly hair has always been sexy without any special effects. Therefore, loose curly hair with well-defined curls can look amazing. Curly hair can be styled with a side parting or with a natural, middle part. The natural parting is the one running right down the center of one’s head. The side parting is rather glamorous. Or, if you want a wilder hairstyle, and the hair texture allows you to style curly hair without parting.

Curly hair with bangs sounds rather impossible. In fact, bangs on curly hair look gorgeous offering a sweet, yet wild touch. If you think of getting bangs cut on your curly hair, pay a lot of attention as they should be done perfectly in order to have a beautiful appearance even when you don’t have enough time to style them. You can also play with styles and get straightened bangs, once in a while, and keeping the rest of your hair curly.

Straightening your curly bangs can be a tricky business that requires some time and patience. But the result will be chic and unique. You just need a straightening cream, a brush and a blow dryer. Or, simpler, you can use the hair straightener. Bangs for curly hair work great on long, but also on shorter hair.

Curly hair allows you to give a romantic feeling to a simple, basic updo if you leave a few tendrils loose around your face. A romantic look is easy to achieve, you just need to gather your hair in the back, creating an untidy bun shape, and secure it using hair pins. Practically, almost every hairstyle that works on straight hair can work on curly hair too. A basic ponytail is the easiest thing to do especially if you have thick curly hair. Start by pulling your hair back and secure it into a low ponytail. Make sure you leave it a little bit loose. As a special effect, take a lock of hair and wrap it around the base of the pony, or better, you can wrap a silk ribbon. A top knot or a half updo could also look great with curls.

Short hairstyles totally transform your face as they enhance the beauty of your facial traits, and sometimes they can be even more sophisticated than long hair. When choosing a short hairstyle you need to take into consideration several important things such as your face shape, or hair type and texture. Even though most stylists recommend that curly hair to be cut with 2-3 cm above the chin, there are certain short hairstyles that look absolutely amazing on curly hair. The secret stands in alternating hair layers in different sizes.

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*Heidi Mitchell is a hair stylist that works out of a salon in Colorado Springs called Mateos Salon and Day Spa. Heidi specializes in mens and womens haircuts, color, highlights, and styling. Heidi is a graduate of Toni & Guy Hairdressing Academy and has been making people look amazing for the last 7 years. 

Men's Shaggy Hairstyles

Shaggy Hairstyles are very stylish and trendy to try out for men with thick hair. The hairstyles below are different types of shag haircuts for men with different types of hair- thick, thin, and long hair.

This wavy and curly shag hairstyle is very common among young boys with lots of natural curls and thick layers of hair.

This is the most famous Ivy league haircut mostly used by the old heroes in 1980’s times. It’s a classic hairstyle running through the decades.

 

This shaggy mop hairstyle with short hair on sides and long hair in the front top with bangs is very popular among men.

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*Heidi Mitchell is a hair stylist that works out of a salon in Colorado Springs called Mateos Salon and Day Spa. Heidi specializes in mens and womens haircuts, color, highlights, and styling. Heidi is a graduate of Toni & Guy Hairdressing Academy and has been making people look amazing for the last 7 years.