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Curly Celebrity Love: Rihanna’s Twist & Shout Curls

By Gabe Gilker · Published February 11, 2012

Who it works best for: curly hair

How to get it: This hairstyle isn’t hard to do, but it is a bit harder to maintain. This modern twist on the infamous rockabilly hairstyle is absolutely stunning. Everything from the color of it to the choice of bandana is essential to making this hairstyle work. It’s best if you have hair that falls on the curlier side of things just so that there’s less effort in curling your hair before you tie it up.

Having curly hair for this style gives it a great oomph and volume which will make any jaw drop and drool. It takes a lot of dedication and can be a very time consuming task to get this ‘do. You have to comb back your hair from the bangs backwards, leave your frings and some extra strands behind to frame your face and then start pinning them in the back of your head. This will create the full and robust look.

Once you have reached your desired looks spray it all down with hairspray to help keep in intact and then add a bandana. Start at the nape of the neck and wrap it where your frings and hair seperate. Tie it at the top of your head to really get this rockabilly look down.

If you have straight hair then you should pin curl your hair to get it super curly or perm it. You have to seriously be into the style if you’re going to perm it to make it super curly, though. Perming causes a lot of damage on hair. So only if you plan on really committing yourself to this style would I recommend perming it. Otherwise jut pin curl it before styling. Good luck!

Get More: See all of Rihanna’s signature styles!

Curly Celebrity Love: M.I.A.’s Sex in the Curls

By Gabe Gilker · Published February 7, 2012

Who it works best for: Wavy to curly hair

How to get it: M.I.A. has always had her own signature style and sound. We’ve all been hooked on this talented Sri Lankan singer since her first hit. Her humanitarianism and political tunes have been accepted with open arms and have taken their fare share of criticism too, but there’s no criticizing her hair. This woman has got the most amazing, wild woman hair I’ve seen. It’s sexy, fun, dazzling and downright to die for!

To get hair like M.I.A. your hair should preferably be on the longer side. Her naturally messy hairstyle is easier to get than you think. First off, don’t brush your hair. Use your fingers to untangle any giant knots or dreads that form in your hair when you wake up. This will keep the messy volume she has. Mist your hair with hairspray and really shake it up for extra volume and mess.

If your hair is lacking curls, then bust out the bigger barrelled curling iron. If you’re not a fan of the curling iron, then mist your hair in hairspray and tie it up a big messy bun. The hairspray and the natural way your hair twists around itself will create a very cool boho, messy look. Also clipping it off to one side will create more volume and a neat edgy look to this already messy style. If you’re really feeling like going the whole nine yards, then toss in a mini braid here and there to create that hippy feel even more.

Want More: See all of M.I.A’s styles!

Chic & Easy Holiday Hair Styles for All Hair Types

By Gabe Gilker · Published December 20, 2011

As the temperature drops and the snow begins to fall, our hearts all start warming up at the thought of the coming season. With all the hustle and bustle of the holidays who really has the time to spare to fret about their hair?

For all of you wonderful ladies out there, here are some easy and glamorous holiday hair styles you can pull together in no time at all, and focus your energy on what really matters most this season.

The Messy Bun

I know what you’re all thinking… really? A MESSY bun? But the messy bun, in my opinion, is a hairstyle that definitely does not get the attention, nor the credibility, it deserves.

It’s a simple swept back look that looks fantastic when you have curly hair. To make it look a bit more of a chic holiday hair style, add some accessories. You can either place some nice clips in it, or even go out and get yourself a bow and clip it in right above or below your bun in the back. This gives it a nice holiday feel to it and it takes less than five minutes.

Center Part

The center part is really in this season, so be chic and split your hair down the middle. I know many of your think that the centre part is childish, but it’s actually quite charming. It shows off more of your be beautiful face. Especially if you have big, curly hair, it frames your face so well and adds a little bit of that extra something to your appearance.

Half and Half

I’ve seen a lot of straight haired girls rocking this holiday hair style, and not nearly enough of all you lovely twirly locked ladies. Half up and half down is simple, easy and chic. Pull the top layer of your hair back behind your head and clip it to keep it in place and let your bottom layers fall down. This one is simple, elegant and adds a touch of class without looking like you’re trying to hard. It takes 30 seconds to do and looks better than half of those over-complicated hair styles out there today.

Short Sides, High Top

This one is geared toward those of you who have short hair. This one requires a quick trip to the salon, but it’s so worth it because it’s easy to manage and looks great all year round. Simply ask the stylist (preferably one who is knowledgable about curly hair”> to cut the sides and back short and leaving the top longer and curly.

This has an edgy feel to it for all of you wildcats out there, but still looks gorgeous and feminine when worn with a nice blouse or dress. A new year is approaching so why not try a new look?

Want More?

Looking for the perfect winter updo? Let Taren walk you through how to get a protective & stylish curly twist holiday updo!

Final Thoughts

All of these holiday hair styles are simple enough to manage, even if hair isn’t your thing usually. These hairstyles all look good with no matter what outfit you’re planning on wearing out to your holiday parties or even dinner with the family. Now you have one less thing to stress about this season!