Tricks of the Trade, The Stylish Pony
Tricks of the Trade, The Stylish Pony
Pony tails have a bad rap in the hair field. Often seen on athletes, exercising women (and sometimes men) and those women who don’t have time or the desire to fix their hair, they have earned a reputation as a style-less, unfashionable way to doing hair. The truth is that using a pony tail in a stylish way isn’t as hard as you may think, and it can be very feminine and pretty at the same time.
Stylish Ponytail Hair
One of the best tips you can use when putting your hair into a ponytail is to do something different with it. Try putting your ponytail to the side or at the nape of your neck. Another great thing to do to make it unique and elegant is to tease the crown of your head so that it sits higher, giving it a more modern look. Headbands, pretty barrettes, and bangs also add great style and elegance to the standard pony tail style.
Some people who wear their hair in a ponytail a lot choose to get some unique highlights underneath their hair so it will be visible when the hair is put up. Some through a ponytail up into a stylish bun, while others curl their hair so it doesn’t just hang limp. The basic rule of ponytails is that as long as it’s not a boring, plain pony with the hair hanging flat and nothing else done with it, you’re golden. You can also try keeping the hair ruffled as you put it up instead of smoothing it down to give it a more tousled look.
SEXY HAIRSTYLES FOR WAVY HAIR
SEXY HAIRSTYLES FOR WAVY HAIR
Wavy hair can be a pain in the rear end at times. It isn’t quite straight, isn’t quite curly, and it isn’t quite straight. It’s the confusing type of hair that looks neat and pretty, but on the other hand it can be so bad that you cringe when you walk ten steps because you know that you’re going to end up with ten or
The first solution is a haircut. If you want to make your mane more manageable, you might want to try to cut it short. First of all, keep in mind that your hair needs to be maintained if it is cut shorter. If you do not maintain it, then once it get a bit of length to it, it may start to curl up in all sorts of weird ways that won’t look all that attractive. However, you could also keep it at about shoulder length that will prevent the curling up that would happen if you decided to grow it out again, and would make it much easier to grow out.
Brittany Snow Medium Wavy Hair
However, if reaching for the scissors isn’t what you are looking for, you can also try a few of these hairstyles.
Bun. A bun is a great way to keep your hair up and neat, without it getting knotted up.
Ponytails are another great way to keep your hair neat. They’re simple and versatile. You can put it up as high or low as you want. It also is a good way of keeping cool during the summer.
French braids are another solution to your hair woes. It keeps your hair up off your neck, and draws attention to your face and features since your hair is pulled back and away. The result of a french braid is slightly scrunched-looking hair that is easy to brush when you take it out. Otherwise, it keeps everything neat. Great for a date or job interview and even better paired with a simply dress, more knots.
CUTE SUMMER HAIR STYLES FOR CURLY HAIR
CUTE SUMMER HAIR STYLES FOR CURLY HAIR 2010
Having curly hair can be a pain in the rear. Sure, you see all the stars with their hopelessly immaculate curls that look sooo adorable, but the problem is that most of the time, they don’t have natural curls or they have tamed them to the degree that they are the fat, bouncy curls that don’t get knotty quite as quick as other curls.
Either way, it is quite the pain. But that shouldn’t put you down—there’s loads of things you can do with curly hair to make it look more adorable than it already is! After all, a mane of bouncy beautiful curls gives you a youthful, fun loving persona. Who wouldn’t want that?
1. Barrettes. This might seem a bit confusing, but honestly, all that you have to do is gather your bangs how you would like them, and clip them to the side. Barrettes are also great for capturing a few stray curls that have escaped from a bun—and they add a little bit of femininity to any hairstyle!
2. Buns. Buns work on almost anyone. If you don’t mind straightening your hair, you can create very interesting, multi-textured look. For example, you could sweep all but the forelock of your hair back into a bun and secure it with an elastic ponytail holder, or a scrunchy if you prefer. Then take the forelock and straighten it as much as you possibly can, using your preferred product. (Hair spray can work, but if you’re sweating, it may end up washing away the hair spray and result in more curls.) Then sweep it to the side and secure with a bobby pin or barrette.
3. French braids. French braids work on pretty much any hairstyle. They take a bit of work, but with a little bit of effort, you can take your unruly mane and tame it. French braiding your own hair is difficult, but it can be done. The best way to do so is to watch someone else braiding their hair or someone else’s and visualize the steps. It also might help to look up a tutorial that goes through it step by step and watch at the same time. Once you have it down in your mind, begin to practice. It takes a while to get your braid tight enough to stay all day, but it certainly can be done!
BRIDESMAID HAIRSTYLE IDEAS
Being chosen to be a bridesmaid in a wedding is a great honor and women should make sure that they look their best. Some brides have a certain style that they want all of their bridesmaids to wear. Other brides allow the women to choose their own various styles.
Many bridesmaids like to wear an updo for the formal occasion. This is a good choice because it is very appropriate. Soft curls pinned up in a bun are popular and very attractive hairstyles. For those bridesmaids that have been instructed to pin flowers or decorations in their hair this style also makes it easy to add any necessary accessories. Ladies with longer hair may want to leave a few curls down in the back or on the side to add a little flair to the elegant look. Some women even opt for a tightly curled, slicked back ponytail or bun, which can also look very good.
For those ladies who prefer to wear their hair down they may want to go with loose cascading curls that fall gently down their shoulders and back. They can use curling irons or for tighter and perhaps longer lasting curls, they can use rollers to achieve the big curls.
TRENDY BRAIDED HAIRSTYLES
TRENDY BRAIDED HAIRSTYLES
For 2010, feminine and girly hairstyles are very popular. Those that are inspired by the glam of the 1960s are the perfect looks for the year 2010. Braided hairstyles are some that are going to be very popular this year, and braids are always flattering for any woman. Braided looks aren’t just for the runway; the braid has been around for centuries, and it’s easy to get an awesome look right at home.
Trendy Braids for 2010
If you are attending an event where you need to be casual, yet you want to still look great, consider wearing milkmaid braids. Milkmaid braids are made when you brush your hair out, and braid your bangs, side bangs, and part of your hair one either side. Pull the braids back and secure them behind your head. This is an attractive look that will suit any woman and you can easily dress the braids up with attractive accessories such as flowers or ribbons. If you want, you can braid the rest of your hair down your back, letting the side braids join with that braid to give you a beautiful, clean look.
Braided Bun
A braided bun is perfect for formal occasions. With this style, you simply put your hair into a ponytail, either high up on your head, or about midway up. Braid the ponytail, securing the end with an elastic. Now simply wrap the braid around the base like you would any other bun, and secure with pins. This look is sexy, pretty, and is easy to dress up. You can add flowers, ribbons braided with your hair, or even jeweled pins to give you a glamorous look perfect for any formal or semi-formal affair.
2010 LONG HAIR TRENDS
No matter how popular short or medium hair is, there will always be those who love long hair, and there are plenty of trends to keep you busy. Long hair does require more time to take care of and to style, but there are many styles that you can do with long hair that you can’t do with anything else.
Bangs are perfect when you want to adjust your look. Bangs are great for any length hair, and are an awesome trend for long hair in 2010. Bangs work with any texture hair, and are always stylish. Long hairstyles that have bangs are usually very elegant looking, and you can easily hide unflattering features or bring attention to more flattering ones.
Long Hair, Short Bangs
Straight bangs are fast and easy. If you want a casual look such as a bun or ponytail, straight bangs are perfect because you won’t have to spend a lot of time styling them. Straight bangs are perfect to hide a large forehead, since the bangs are cut straight across and combed down over the forehead to stop right around the eyebrows. Choppy bangs are great with layered styles and are unevenly cut. They add a good bit of pop and personality to any hairstyle.
Classic bangs are the absolute ideal for long hairstyles. The length of the bangs depends on the facial structure, so they are great for any face shape and always attractive. Part your bangs for formal looks or at the office, while side swept bangs are great for any haircut. You can easily adapt classic bangs to suit your outfit, style, and even the occasion.
PROM UPDOS FOR PROM
PROM UPDOS FOR PROM
When it comes to prom, you want to look good. Prom is one of the most important times in a young woman’s life, and nothing is worse than bad prom memories. Some girls spend hundreds of dollars on the perfect shoes, dress, and hairstylist. Updos are still some of the most popular styles for prom 2010. Updos are perfect for nearly everyone, and if there is one that you are truly in love with, you can probably adapt it to suit your face and dress if it normally wouldn’t.
Penelope Cruz Prom Updo Idea
Actress Penelope Cruz has worn a beautiful updo that would be perfect for most girls. It’s a beautiful bun that has a lot of potential. Even those with straight hair should use a flat iron and then shine spray or serum. This gives you a great, sleek look. Use large hot curlers to make large curls and pin them in place. Use long, straight hairpins. Spray with hairspray, but use a flexible formula so that your hair won’t be stiff and sticky. Do this further back on your head, rather than on top, especially if you have a long face or it will appear extremely long. Round, oval, or square faces can get away with wearing it on top the head if you want to.
French Twist For 2010 Prom
Another beautiful updo is a French twist. This classic style is great for any hair type, and you can do a small twist if your hair is not long enough to do a large one. If your hair can be put into a ponytail, it can be in a French twist. Simply put in a ponytail, and twist up against your scalp, securing with hairpins. For a more modern look, you can wear a French twist on the side, or even horizontally along the back of your head. Add accessories as needed to complete you look.