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There’s no time like the holidays to bring out your blingiest, sparkliest accessories. And on New Year’s Eve? It’s basically a crime to not adorn yourself in KiraKira-worthy accessories. When it comes to the ultimate in sparkle, hair accessories, there’s a fine line between chic and cheesy. What is that line, you ask? A timeless […]

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Let’s face it, in the summer heat, no one has the patience for the flat iron or the curling wand. Hair on the back of your neck is basically hell on a humid day, but a ponytail can get boring really fast. So to solve our summer hair problems, we asked our Beauty Panel to […]

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Start the holiday hair tutorial and learn how to do a perfect twisted updo » With the holidays just around the corner, the last thing you want to do is worry about your hair getting in the way. So, with that in mind, we enlisted the help of Sassoon Salon‘s Karen Vu, to bring you a […]

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Learn how to do the perfect braided bun for the holidays » We want you to look your best this holiday season, and what easier way to do that than with a super-quick (we swear) updo? With the help of Schwarzkopf Professional stylist Rossa Jurenas, we tackle this feminine look in five easy steps. Normally we’re not ones […]

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There’s hundreds of different ways to style your hair in an updo but when it comes to a new summer look, the simple style outlined in this updo how-to is sure to become your next go-to. Part faux bob, part on-trend braided style, this updo has it all.

The talent behind this easy updo is Moroccanoil artistic director Antonio Corral Calero. We met up at the Quartz Crystal Spa at Toronto’s Trump International Hotel to talk about his work at New York Fashion Week and summer hair trends. When it comes to looking polished for a formal summer event—be it a wedding, work party or special date—the less time you spend fussing with your hair the better. Thanks to this updo how-to, you’ll be able to make your hair look red carpet ready in less than five minutes. All you need is some hair spray, a comb, very basic braiding skills and a few bobby pins.

You’ve got the dress, the shoes and maybe even a dream date planned for prom, but what are you going to do with your hair? Instead of booking an updo appointment at a local salon, consider taking the do-it-yourself route. After all, many of the most popular prom hairstyles are easy enough to master at home. From waterfall braids to fancy ponytails, read on for our foolproof directions (and Pintrest-worthy tutorials!) for five of the best prom hairstyles. (BTW, if you’re still looking for the dress, check out our prom style guide.)