Adding The Special Touches To Hairstyles
If you want to create a special and dramatic look for that
special occasion, the last thing you want to do is look like a cookie-cutter
Barbie doll when it comes to your hairstyle. And the truth is that many of your
formal hairstyles were probably just that, exact replicas of styles that were
worn on every special occasion for years stretching back into time. But it
doesn't have to be that way. You can create a different and exciting new updo
for each and every formal occasion even if you only know how to do one type of
formal hairstyle.
You see, the key to
creating a different look lies in the details. You could actually style your
hair in a French twist without having the same look twice if you added special
touches and elements to your style. Here's how:
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| French Twist Side View |
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| French Twist |
Straighten instead
of curl - In many updos, the free pieces are curled with a curling iron. You
can change your look simply by using a flat iron to sleek down these pieces
instead of curling them up. You can even alternate using a crimping iron and
flat iron to create a dramatic effect.
Leave pieces free
for effect - You can also experiment by leaving different pieces of your updo
free. For example: try leaving a 1/2" section of hair around your complete
hairline free from the updo. Pull your hair up into a simple pony tail. Then,
take 1/2" sections of the free hair and crisscross it in a basket-weave
style on top of your updo. Pin into place, and you've created a unique look
with little effort.
Use accessories - By
using simple accessories such as hair extensions of a different color than your
hair and ribbons, you can add a lot of interest to your updo. Simply insert
small strands of hair or ribbon into your style to create splash of color and
drama. You can color coordinate these with your dress or use natural colors
that will compliment your hair color.
Flowers - Inserting
a small floral accessory into your updo is also a good idea as long as you
don't take it overboard. Choose very small flowers and use them sparingly.
Using too many will make you look like a flower arrangement. Remember,
accessories are used to compliment your style, not overpower it.
In addition to these
ideas, there are many more that you can experiment with. Just remember that
small changes make a big difference when it comes to adding that special touch
to your updo. So, even if you don't have a lot of creativity and talent, you
can still create breathtaking updos that will be envied by all who see them.
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