Creating the perfect look with every outfit comes with the right makeup and hairdo. While simple hairstyles such as beachy waves, loose ponytails, buns, etc can get you through most of the days, adding some drama to these hairstyles can help you ace a chick look in any dress. From prom to office parties here are 7 simple hairstyles you can pair with any dress you like and create the perfect look. With simple styling tools and bobby pins, you can tie up your hair in fantastic styles that will never fail to impress.
7 Simple Hairstyles Ideas-
#1.A Messy Bun:
A messy bun is a classic updo that can create a lovely look with ease. Whether it is a graceful, flowy dress that brings out the royalty in you or a casual black dress you would like to ace, a messy bun will create a sophisticated and casual look with ease. It adds a romantic vibe to your dress and will also be an amazing date hairstyle.
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What you need:
- Hairbrush
- Bobby pins
- Curling iron
- Heat Protectant
- Hair elastic
Start to style:
- Start by applying sufficient heat protectant and curl the lower half of your hair. Make sure you leave them as soft curls. Using a brush open up the curls.
- Part your hair on one side or in the middle based on your choice.
- Gather your hair into a loose ponytail behind and tie it with an elastic. As a variation, you can tie the ponytail to one side for a messy bun on the side. The side of your ponytail should be the same as your hair partition.
- Start by twisting your elastic and loop your hair into it. Your hair should go 2/3rd of the way into the elastic to create a proper bun.
- Use the loose ends to wrap around the base of your bun and secure them with bobby pins.
- Slightly tease the bun and use bobby pins to secure.
#2 Twisted half up
Creating a look with your hair down is the perfect way to style off-shoulder dresses. These hairdos also go amazing with one- shoulder, plunging necklines and short skirts. A simply twisted half-up can be improvised using accessories such as flowers or decorative bobby pins for the perfect cocktail look.This hairstyle pairs with any dress effortlessly.
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What you need:
- Rattail comb
- Bobby pins
- Curling iron
- Heat Protectant
Start to style:
- Part your hair midway using the tip of your pinky finger and separate them into sections. Start by curling the lower part of your hair. Leave the curls looking slightly wavy.
- Take a small section of your hair from the front of one of the sides and hold it in your hand. Now anchor the tail of your rattail comb against your hair and start wrapping your hair over, under and so on till you reach the end of the stem.
- Using a bobby pin secure around the sides of the handle of the comb and slowly remove the tail of your comb.
- Use more bobby pins to ensure the roll stays intact.
- Take another section of your hair below the roll and repeat the same. You can create up to 3 rolls.
- To ensure the roll stays intact insert U-shaped pins towards the back of the roll diagonally to the right and shift it slightly towards the left. Tuck the roll to your left and pull the roll tighter.
#3.A French twisted ponytail:
Creating a hybrid of a low ponytail and a twisted updo is a simple hairstyle you can try to match with any outfit. This would be particularly an amazing look with a one-shoulder dress, strapless neckline, sequin necklines or a casual t-shirt and jeans look. You can add a bold flower to the hairdo to create the perfect style to go with ethnic wear or for weddings.
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What you need:
- Hairbrush
- Straightener
- Heat Protectant
- Bobby pins
Start to style:
- Use your straightener to create soft waves and puff up your hair to add extra volume.
- Brush your hair back into a low ponytail slightly above the nape of your neck and hold it with your hands
- Using both your hands twist the ponytail to create a fat roll and secure the twist up with bobby pins. Use several pins to secure the twist tight.
- Use one to pin the lower part of your twist.
- Tease the hair on top and add a puff to the front to create a dramatic look.
- You can add a bold flower to the top of this twist on the side of the curl.
#4.The braided bun:
A bun hairdo is a classic hairstyle that can go with both formal and casual wear. A braided bun adds drama to the overall look and is a perfect hairstyle for everyone. A braided bun will best fit with a dress with a plunging neckline, strapless dresses, a halter neck design or a gorgeous long gown for your party.
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What you need:
- Hair Brush
- Hair Elastic
- Bobby Pins
- Rattail Comb
Start to style:
- Start by parting your hair in the middle.
- Tease your hair to add volume and gather the hair into a low ponytail.
- Secure the ponytail with an elastic. Now start braiding your hair in the ponytail. Secure the end of the braid with an elastic.
- Using one hand start wrapping the braid around the elastic at the base of the ponytail to create a bun. Tuck the loose ends of the hair under the bun with a bobby pin.
- Tease the hair in the front using a rattail comb.
- You can add small flowers to the braid to create a perfect party look.
- A variation to this look would be to add some braids to the front. After step 1 take a small section of the hair in the front and make small braids. Keep them away from the rest of your hair until you create the bun.
- Wrap the small braids from the front around the bun to complete the look.
#5.The side Chignon Knot:
A chignon is a gorgeous hairstyle which is simple to create but offer a ravishing look with any dress pairing. A chignon gives an uber chic look that looks effortlessly elegant. You can create this hairdo for your party look, a casual evening outing, and even a romantic dinner date.
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What you need:
- Hairbrush
- Bobby pins
- Curling iron
- Heat Protectant
- Hair elastic
Start to style
- Start by parting your hair to one side. Divide your hair into sections and start curling the lower part of your hair. Curl it outwards to create the perfect look.
- Using an elastic tie your hair into a low ponytail to one side. Leave some sections in the front to frame your face
- Using a comb tease your ponytail to create volume.
- Divide your hair into 2 sections and start by slightly wrapping the half from the back towards the front.
- Now start twisting your hair till the end and roll it to form a ring.
- Pull the end of your hair through the center of the ring and secure it with bobby pins to tighten the knot.
- Tease the hair left in front after dividing them into a section. Now create small waves and secure them loosely with bobby pins to finish the look.
#6.Grecian Hair updo:
This is a quick hairstyle to flaunt every day with a simple hair tie. This is also the perfect hairstyle for weddings and parties that can create the ultimate princess look using flower bands. This ever-gorgeous hairstyle is also a very retro style and can be perfect to match with your short dresses, simple summer shorts, heart leggings and any casual-chic look you like to sport.
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What you need:
- Hairbrush
- Teasing brush
- Bobby pins
- Heat Protectant
- Curling iron
- Cloth hairband
Start to style :
- Apply a heat protectant to your hair and curl the ends of the hair.
- Comb your curl using a brush to open them up. This will create a soft look.
- Part your hair in the middle.
- Start by teasing the hair behind the front section at the crown of your head. Then use a comb to smoothen the hair.
- Leave the front section of your hair and start by gathering hair from the sides and tie them in the back under the teased hair.
- Twist your hairband or use a flower band and place this over the crown of your head.
- Flip your hair to one side to complete the gorgeous look
#7.The texture twist:
A simple French twist tightly pulled would make a fabulous look. But slightly teased and casually tied up, this texture twist is a soft and subtle look to flaunt with any dress. It is extremely sexy and simple to create and would look gorgeously done with both high and low neck cuts.
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What you need:
- Hair Brush
- Comb
- Bobby pins
- Texturizing spray
- Hair Elastic
Start to style
- Divide the front section of your hair into two. Gather the hair from the crown of your head using a comb and slightly tease this section of your hair.
- Comb the hair softly and tie it into a loose ponytail. Pull the elastic towards the end of the hair and leave it 2 inches above the end.
- Start from the end and create a typical French twist by rolling the ponytail towards your head and use bobby pins to secure them tightly.
- Use more pins to secure the twist well and tease the hair in the front mildly to complete the look.
These 7 simple hairdos will pair amazingly with any dress and help you flaunt the perfect look every day.