Introduction
This spectacularly buckled style combines a super curlyl chignon with endless rows of perfectly formed buckled curls that softly hug the back of the head allowing curls to nestle into an amazing creation. Claire (shown to the side) has finely textured naturally curly hair that when left to its own devices, forms a very tight curl. Her face shape is a cross between a a classic oval and a heart. In order to create a spectacular this buckled curl updo on Claire's bra-strap length hair, her strands were first washed, blow dried with a diffuser to enhance her natural curls and then spot curled with a focus on creating tight ringles from the roots to the end. Any hair that is either naturally curly, wavy or straight can easily be fashioned into a similar style. Tresses that are stick straight can be fashioned into a version of the style with the proper curling products and hot tools. Thin or fine hair may require extensions or pin-on tresses. Getting Started Notes
Although Claire's style was designed without any parts of fringes to show off her beautiful face and gorgeous eyes, a variety of different parts and bangs could easily be incorporated into a customized version. Since Claire's very curly hair had to be washed prior to creating this style, her newly washed and dried strands were “prepared” with lots of styling products so that her strands were not so soft.
Best Styling TipsClaire's finely textured, naturally curly hair, falls to her mid-back. This style works best for hair that is shoulder length or longer, and either naturally curly, permed or pre-set and pre-curled.
Short hair lengths could be transformed into this style through hair extensions or the temporary use of clip-on tresses. Regardless of the hair's texture, type or actual length, it is important to start with strands that are dressed properly with the necessary styling products. Keep in mind that freshly washed hair may be overly soft and slippery, making it challenging to style. If you prefer to work with newly washed hair limit your use of conditioners or other products that make strands slippery soft or hard to manage. When possible, create this style on "aged" hair that is not newly washed. Natural hair oils help the updo hold tighter and last longer.
If you wish to add hair accessories be sure you have them ready to be added to the style at the end. Remember to use good styling creams, gels, sprays or similar products to give hair instant stylability. While less may be more, when it comes to creating dressy updo related styles, too little may not enough. Creating Style At Home
If you do decide to do the style at home be sure to have several practice runs before the night of the big hair event. This updo style involves a lot of fine detail pinning and combing. Keep in mind that when crafted properly, the style can take some time to finish. Instructions - Steps To Create
2. Create a vertical part that extends from in front of one ear across to the other. After you have created the new part you should have a separate front and back section of hair. Clip the back section off separate from the front section. 3. Separate the front section into two additional 5. Secure the ponytail tightly with a “hair friendly” Blax, Bungee or other elastic band. 6. Grab the remaining section of the top hair and form 7. Depending on the number and the size of the buckled curls to be created, separate the top of the two ponytail into to 1” thick strands. 8. 10. Hold the newly buckled strand tightly at the end of the strand. 11. Carefully position the buckled curl so that it snuggles against the back of the head. Anchor securely with bobby pins the same color as the strand. 12. Repeat the buckling steps on each individual strand until all of the strands have been buckled, positioned and pinned securely against the scalp. Note: Twist the buckle curl to the very end of each strand except in the case of 4-6 optional strands that ring the perimeter or the chignon area. If desired, leave a long “tail” section on 4-6 outer strands. As the perimeter buckled sections are pinned into place, fan the longer tail sections out to protrude from the rest of the chignon. 13. Continue to create buckled curls on the first ponytail until all the strands have been twisted. Repeat this buckling process on the second ponytail. 14. Arrange the buckled curls from the first and second ponytails so that they form a balanced chignon shape. Note: The key to this look is uniformity. Strive to make all the curls the same size and tightness. When possible it is best to work from the inside of the buckled configuration out. It is also best to start near the top of the style and work down towards the nape of the neck. When in doubt create a few practice styles to figure out the most efficient way to create the best chignon style. 15. Spray the newly buckled curls with a strong hold hairspray. 16. 17. 18 When all the twists are in place, use your hands and fingers to capture all the loose "tails" and arrange them in a loose cascade around the side of the twisted area near the crown. Note: Keep in mind that the cascading curls should ideally be arranged to hide any pins holding the twists against the scalp. 19. 20. Spray well with hairspray like Phytolaque or Jessica Simpson’s favorite Phytolaque Soie made with real silk. 21.Apply a drop or two of a shine serum like Phyto's PhyoLisse, Rene Furterer's Spray Gloss or Robert Hallowell's Love That Shine Drops to the palms of your hands. Rub the serum into the palms and then lightly glide over the top of the style to add instant shimmer and shine. 22 Attach any desired hair accessory. Remember to always attach accessories last after all styling products have been applied to avoid damaging delicate accessories. Finishing TouchesThis dressy curled chignon style is a classic, elegant study. It works beautifully with any type of sophisticated or elegant fashions. Keep in mind that when this elaborately twisted hairstyle is created according to instructions it is a versatile style that can work with just about any type of gown or fashion. This hairdo can be toned down or glammed up depending on individual tastes. |
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