By Rachel Torgerson
The day-to-day grind of work wear and casual dress can get monotonous. Why not add some sassy flair to your everyday look with an updo? Updos and braids are an easy way to change up your look without breaking the bank. Buy a few hair accessories—a vintage barrette, a flower, or a metal headband—and voilà!—you have an effortlessly chic look. Add in braids or accessories to style your hair further.
Delta Sky online intern Krysta Legeros accentuates her messy chignon with a tropical flower, adding the perfect summer flair to her office attire. Flower pin, from Heartbreaker, three metro locations, including Uptown, Richfield, and Tonka Bay
Tips!
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Start by grabbing sections of the hair around the face and the crown of the head, pinning and designing into a bun as you go.
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It’s okay to be a little messy—you want it to look effortless and chic at the same time.
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For more volume, curl your hair before you begin styling.
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Braiding small sections of hair can add more texture to your updo and make your look more interesting.
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In lieu of a messy bun, try a braid or a fishtail braid.
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If you find updos daunting, don’t fear! Watch one of the myriad step-by-step YouTube videos out there.
Take a look at these celeb photos to get some ideas:
Diane Kruger and Sienna Miller flirt with braided chignon updos, while Selena Gomez has face-framing whisps.
