Hair Transformations: 3 Easy Tweaks to Glam Up Your Girl-Next-Door Hairdo (page 3)

Hair Transformations: 3 Easy Tweaks to Glam Up Your Girl-Next-Door Hairdo

Posted by ChickAdvisor Team | Monday September 12, 2011

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Maybe you’re often in a rush, or maybe you’re just not that handy with hair – either way, it’s all too easy to pop your hair into a quick ponytail or topknot and go.

Here are 3 super simple switches you can make to your easy-peasy hairdo that will make all the difference in the world:

#1 – The Ballerina Bun, Braided

This hairstyle is deceptively simple and perfect for misbehaving tresses (ie. #badhairday fixes). Adding a little texture bumps this ‘do from sensible to sassy.

Plaiting 6 to 8 mini braids here and there before gathering hair up into a bun not only adds dimension but also stability to the style. Claire admits she plays with braiding her hair in front of the TV in the evenings, and then coils it up into this wearable daytime style the next morning.

#2 – A Deep, Retro-inspired Side Part

A tame little ponytail takes on a whole new personality if you give your hair a deep side part and anchor it to one side. Michelle demonstrates:

Tip: Keep a little volume in the hair above your ponytail’s base to balance the hair below.

#3 – Accessorize Your Topknot

Topknots are not only trendy, they’re practical too. Add a little oomph to this hairstyle statement by dressing it up with a neck scarf like Alexandra:

Which tiny switch do you do to your everyday hairstyle that makes all the difference? Give us your tip in the comments below, and someone will win a prize!

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39 Comments

	on September 12, 2011 deanna T 887 said: I normally wear my hair down either straight, curly or wavy, but sometimes I'll braid my bangs and pin them back. & Claire's bun is so cute!
	on September 12, 2011 tobyhir 1,271 said: I have my signature pony...I pull up from behind the ears in to a pony, then in front of the ear, take some strands down...I pretty much do that daily...
	on September 12, 2011 Unw4nt3d 1,454 said: Personally, I love the braided ballerina bun! It looks a lot more detailed and sophisticated than just a regular ballerina bun. My very own tip is to french braid your hair before you go to bed. Tighter braids if you want more tight waves, and looser for loose beachy waves. You'll wake up in the morning with chic soft waves, and no hassle of having to straighten it, etc. Compliments always come by me whenever I do my hair like that, with everyone asking how i did it, when in fact it was very simple.
	on September 12, 2011 VICKI DOUGLAS 159 said: All the styles are cute and look effortless.
	on September 12, 2011 Christine L. 1,399 said: add a french braid to any hairstyle to spice it up!
	on September 12, 2011 Steffikah 9,295 said: I'd wear the braids/ballerina bun! I wear the side pony... but I never actually thought of adding braids to a ballerina bun! My tip for adding oomph: add a pompadour! Gather your bangs together and pin them back, but be sure to make sure it creates a bump. There has to be volume. You can wear your hair up or down with this look!
	on September 12, 2011 prettyrainbow 21,020 said: I have naturally straight hair so when I want to change it up, I put it in a bun and sleep that way overnight. In the morning, I'll have beautiful waves. I'll touch up anyloose ends with a curling iron and pin up one side behind my ear with a decorative bobby pin.
	on September 12, 2011 Lillian22 1,096 said: My top pick is definitely the deep side part which is so elegant looking and very flattering for any face shape!
	on September 12, 2011 Becky 13,128 said: I like all three - mainly 'cuz all three are so simple!! I'd say my fav is Claire's ballerina bun 'cuz it looks more difficult to do than it is :-)
	on September 12, 2011 AlexJC 50 said: How cute is Claire's bun with braids? A great way to add something special- love it!