Lazy hair styles

Being in quarantine has given everyone some extra free time - that means more of us are spending more time reading, trying new recipes, and more. While we are in this new temporary reality, it’s important to try not to take to the at-home dye or scissors! Instead, we’re here to help with some lazy-girl, dirty hair styles to experiment with. 

Here are some beautiful styles that are easy to do at home - and hopefully they’ll have you rethinking the messy bun you’ve been wearing on the daily. 

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The timeless half-up top knot is easy to do and it is flattering on every face shape. Simply sweep the top half or a portion of your hair in to a bun, and secure with a clear hair tie or a few bobby pins.

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No two messy buns are the same. The key to nailing a messy bun style is to create your bun while your hair is a little messy. Sweep your hair up and tie it in to a bun, then pull a few pieces of your hair out around your face to create an effortless (but not disheveled) look. 

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A low pony is the perfect way to wear second or third day hair. Here are our tips on how to style a low pony:

1. Part your hair down the middle and pull back behind your ears.

2. Backcomb the crown for fullness on top.

3. Smooth by lightly by brushing over the top of the hair you just backcombed.

4. Fasten the back section into a low ponytail.

5. Pull a 1/2 in section from the ponytail and wrap around your hair tie, then secure with a bobby pin. 

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A take on the messy bun, but add a bandana for extra interest.

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Braids are an easy way to spice up your hair for literally any occasion from a workout to a day at home, or to sleep. 

The bob and lob hair cuts: get inspired

The bob - it was a hair cut that shocked society when it hit the scene in the early 1900’s. 

Once the trend caught on with women all over, some people were not having it. The appearance of shorter hair signified that women were - gasp! - trying to “act like men” by going against beauty standards at the time. Bobbed hair became “shocking” but despite the controversy, many women embraced the bob hair cut and the perceived connection to feminism. In 1927, actress Mary Gordon told Pictorial Review: "I consider getting rid of our long hair one of the many little shackles that women have cast aside in their passage to freedom. Whatever helps their emancipation, however small it may seem, is well worth while."

Over a century later, the bob is still one of the hottest hair styles to rock, whether you go for a short bob or a lob...and it’s never lost its connection to empowered women everywhere.

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Here are some of our favorite recent bob and lob cuts:

When you’re not ready to give up your effortless waves, a lob lets you keep the texture and body. Clare infused this textured bob with a lot of movement, including bits of brightness around the face.

Jenny cut this sleek bob, and when parted down the middle, it keeps this hairstyle looking fresh and modern.

Noelle cut this gorgeous subtle A-line bob. The subtle cut has long layers to give the cut movement and bounce. 

Clare cut this soft lob which is perfect for those who want to ease in to the bob or lob style.

This lob by Noelle offers a happy medium between a short cut and mid-length hair.

Wedding hair inspo

Your dress has been purchased, your venue is booked, your invites have been sent out, but, as a bride, you still have a big decision to make: how are you going to wear your hair on your big day?  It’s a big task - you want to look like yourself, but add an extra shot of pizazz to your look. 

A look back in time at timeless and stylish brides is proof that the best, chicest version of yourself is waiting on the other side of a romantic braid, a simple embellishment, loose waves, a sleek blowout, the list goes on.  

Your inspiration for your wedding hair…

BRAIDS

Braids are here to stay, and incorporating them into your updo creates a beautiful texture.  We’re seeing braids done in unexpected ways; think fairy garden meets modern romance. 

Photo of Noelle Goodrich, hair by Clare

Photo of Noelle Goodrich, hair by Clare

Fishtail braids are a modern take on the traditional braid. Tie the end of a braid with a velvet ribbon and let some front pieces loose for a carefree yet elegant look.

EMBELLISHMENTS

The best thing about hair accessories is that they can your bridal look together. Whether you’re a bohemian, modern, or traditional bride, hair accessories are a category not to be overlooked, they’re basically jewelry for your hair! What could be better?

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LONG AND LOOSE

Loose waves and curls are a go-to move for framing the face and adding volume to super-long locks. Laissez-faire waves also compliment beachside weddings beautifully.

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