With the catwalk and awards season well and truly here, Celebrity Hairstylist – James Nicholson – shows you how to recreate glamazon looks in your own home, with the help of clip-in hairpieces. Learn how to style hairpieces the right way for three head-turning hairstyles.
Look 1 – THE VOLUMINOUS PONYTAIL.
A glamorous ponytail is a great look, especially in the warmer months. Not only will this style hold better but it’s also a much cooler option, especially when you’re wearing a full length dress. However, you need a lot of hair to pull this look off. Try a clip in ponytail that will work with your natural hair to create a volumised ponytail.
Step-by-step:
1. Simply brush your hair back into a mid-height pony just below the crown of your head and secure with a snag-free elastic
2. Style the ponytail piece as desired (whether it be curly or straight) and clip the ponytail piece at the base of the pony securing it over the hair tie
3. This can also be easily transformed into a high bun by swirling the hair around the base of the ponytail and securing tightly with bobby pins
Rescu. Loves: To create a thicker flick, try Headlines Hairpieces Pony Tail. RRP from $181.50
Look 2 – BRAIDS.
Braids have once again featured heavily on the recent People’s Choice and Golden Globes red carpets. Again, if you’ve fine or thin hair, this look is going to be hard to re-create without a little help from extra hair. There are a variety of pieces available from an add-on, a small clip in piece for extra volume, to pre-braided hairpieces where the work is already done for you.
Step-by-step:
1. Simply brush your hair back into a mid-height pony just below the crown of your head and secure with a snag-free elastic
2. Clip in and secure the pre-braided hairpiece about the elastic
3. Wrap the remaining hair around the elastic to hide the clip and secure with a bobby pin
Rescu. Loves: Lady Jayne Fish Tail Extensions Range 45cm RRP $59.99 for smooth, stay-in braids all day long. For stockists, call 1800 651 146
Look 3 – VICTORIA’S SECRET HAIR.
If you don’t had time to hit the hairdresser, the Headlines Hairpieces Extended Layer is the ultimate extension for revealing a whole new hairstyle before a big night out. With a curve to give that truly natural layered effect, the hairpiece will sit flat against your head ensuring a well-disguised hairpiece and hairstyle.
Step-by-step:
1. Simply style your hair as you please whether straight or curly and gently style the hairpiece also. Then, separate the hair just below the crown and clip the upper layer on top of your head
2. Tease along the part line to create grip for the hairpiece and clip securely onto the teased area beginning with the middle clip. Pull each side of the hairpiece tightly and secure just above each ear
3. Let the hair fall out and brush it out gently for gorgeous voluminous waves and layers with a spritz of hairspray to complete – Perfect for going from work to a glamour night out this festive season!
Rescu. Loves: Every angel needs a bit of help. Use Headlines Hairpieces Extended Layer RRP from $288.75 for runway ready locks.