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Need inspiration for your party hairstyle? by Valerie Breese


detailed than fi rst meets the eye. Whether you’re wearing your hair curly or straight,


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volume is essential for the half up half down look. To create volume, apply a volumising product to the roots and blow-dry the crown and hairline and fi nger dry the rest - if you’re in a rush you can use a diffuser. Before securing your hair into the style


add some extra height by backcombing the crown. A top tip for backcombing is to use slow, longer strokes as short and fast are less effective and much harder to brush out. Add quirky highlights to your hairstyle with intricate plaits and twists for this tousled look. Swept to one side - Gather one side


s we move away from the ultra smooth, sleek look for hair the latest trends may look casual and de-constructed, but in fact they are more


natural styles. Complete the look with an over-sized earring on the opposite ear for instant glamour. Keeping the hair to one side, the


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fi shtail look is all about taking the classic plait to the next level. After washing add in some texture spray or if styling from dry add in some dry shampoo to instantly give hair texture and a de-


of your hair with a fi nger or comb, depending on how loose your prefer it, and secure using two grips no lower than the top of your ear. The grips should crossover so they stay in place. Curl the hair and let it tumble into a


CATWALK AND SEEN ON CELEBRITIES SUCH AS VICTORIA BECKHAM, THE SLEEK, CHIC HIGH PONYTAIL IS A KEY LOOK THIS SEASON


constructed look. Simply plait the hair as loosely as you wish and secure


at the end. Gently tease out section of hair from the top to the bottom of the plait. You don’t have to be an expert to achieve this look; the secret is all in the texture. Fresh off the catwalk and seen on


celebrities such as Victoria Beckham, the sleek, chic high ponytail is a key look this season. Ponytails are very versatile and


can be personalized to suit nearly every face shape, hair type or texture.


The key to creating the perfect pony tail is to remember not to overload hair with product. Use a light hair spray to help the hair stay in shape. Secondly try to tilt your head back while


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brushing the hair into shape. This will create more tension, and you’ll achieve that super glossy look. The classic bob is called classic for a reason – it is one of the most iconic cuts that exist, meaning it will always be in style. There are so many variations to the bob, you can tweak it and make subtle changes so it is perfect for you. A graduated bob will enhance your neck or add a heavy fringe or layering to suit your face shape. The key is to get the cut right for you. see someone with a beautiful bob ask them who cut their hair – it’s the easiest way to fi nd a great hairdresser.


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