Pinup Girls
Give ho-hum tresses an instant makeover with a corsage-inspired hair pin. To achieve the side-swept look seen at Issa and Malandrino, secure a fabric flower to one side of your head with a bobby pin or two. Or simply tuck one standout bloom securely behind your ear, flamenco-style.
Issa, Fall 2008
Malandrino, Fall 2008
How We Roll
For an unexpected twist, add a loose chignon or ballerina bun front and center just above your forehead. To style, brush hair forward from the nape of your neck to the top of your head. Secure with an elastic, then fold, twist, and pin.
Emporio Armani, Fall 2008
Mariella Burani, Fall 2008
Making the Band
Plain headbands are versatile, but innovative they're not. Take a cue from Sonia Rykiel's dramatic headdresses and Herve Leger's feathery delights. Or fashion your own: Wrap grosgrain ribbon, silk, suede, or leather around a plastic or metal headband and secure with a dab of hot glue. Embellish with flowers, feathers, lace, studs, crystals—whatever flourish you fancy.
Sonia Rykiel, Fall 2008
Herve Leger, Fall 2008
New Waves
In the mood for love? Steal a kiss under the mistletoe with sensual side-swept waves seen on Diane Von Furstenberg's and Badgley Mischka's runway darlings. A medium- or large-barrel curling iron adds the perfect ringlets—start midway down and finish with a light-hold spray.
Diane Von Furstenberg, Fall 2008
Badgley Mischka, Fall 2008
Just Teasing
Chances are you won't be the only one wearing a festive Mad Men–inspired frock—so stand out from the crowd with a modern twist on a classically mod coif, the skyscraping beehive. To create the mini bouffant seen at Michael Kors and Lela Rose, spray on a dry shampoo to build texture and give hair grip. Then tease roots with a pick comb to add lift before pinning strands back into a French twist.
Michael Kors, Fall 2008
Lela Rose, Fall 2008
Straight Edge
Waves are getting tons of play, but there's something to be said for classic, pin-straight strands, seen at Oscar de la Renta and Pucci. To ensure your sleek mane doesn't fall flat, treat tresses to a volumizing shampoo and conditioner, and blow-dry straight with a round brush. Smooth ends with a flatiron, and seal off flyaways with a frizz-fighting shine serum.
Oscar de la Renta, Fall 2008
Pucci, Fall 2008
One-Night Strands
Embrace pesky flyaways that never seem to stay put. This holiday season, wayward locks are all the rage! After securing hair back, pull a few strands out from around your face for a purposefully spontaneous look à la Karl Lagerfeld and Missoni. You'll quickly discover how chic a little organized chaos can be.
Karl Lagerfeld, Fall 2008
Missoni, Fall 2008
Loose Change
Unruly yet romantic—an unlikely pairing to be sure! But the combo that defines this coif is the perfect accent to the season's feathered and sequined minis. Just twist, tuck, and pin at random—and let your hair fall where it may. For inspiration, look to Emanuel Ungaro's and Jenny Packham's coif creations.
Emanuel Ungaro, Fall 2008
Jenny Packham, Fall 2008
Side Effects
A single twist askew at the crown or twirling downward toward the nape of the neck makes a major style statement. To achieve the look, first determine your part, then twist hair tightly for a sleek and glamorous look (seen at Bill Blass). Or go soft and sweet (Elie Saab) by pulling tresses less tautly before tucking into a chignon.
Bill Blass, Fall 2008
Elie Saab, Fall 2008
Crowning Glories
Bottega Veneta and Roberto Cavalli offered a volume-packed alternative to the classic updo—and one large roller will achieve the look. Set the top section of blow-dried hair into the roller, remove, then back-comb to add further volume. Gently smooth back front piece to form a structured poof and secure. Pin the rest of your hair up, and voila!
Bottega Veneta, Fall 2008
Roberto Cavalli, Fall 2008
