When it comes to festive hair, people generally opt for one of two options: a long, loose style for a low-key yet luxurious look or an updo for a more traditional take on seasonal glamour. If neither is quite right for you this Christmas, look to Jennifer Lopez. This year, she pulled out all the stops, mastering the art of lipstick and perfecting shimmering rose gold makeup. Yesterday, however, her honey-colored hair was the star of the show, after being styled into a bouncy ponytail for the party season.
While it might seem a little ordinary for a December evening, the humble pony is the perfect choice if you want to add a little interest to your look without looking too “done.”
“Adding a little extra style to the tail gives it more glamor and makes it look festive,” advises celebrity hairstylist George Northwood. “It’s also great on the dance floor.”
As for how to achieve the same level of “swish” as J-Lo? The key is placement and product. “Positioning the pony higher on the back of the head rather than lower makes it look younger and more fun,” says Northwood.
Before tying your hair up, curl a few sections of your mid-lengths and ends to add bounce, texture and shine without resorting to backcombing. For those who want even more volume, spray dry shampoo on your hair and massage it in.
Then, if your cut allows it, pull your hair straight back away from your face, leaving no strands around your hairline. This keeps the style neat and means you won’t have to worry about stray flyaways either. To make sure that fine hair stays in place, rub a styling cream like Bread Beauty Supply’s Elastic Bounce Leave-In Conditioning Hair Cream into your hands before pulling your hair back and work your way back to your hairline for added security .
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