3 Complex Celebrity Hairstyles Explained

Have you ever spotted a hairstyle online and found it too difficult to try yourself?

We’ve picked a few of our favourite complex hairstyles and have simplified them, making them really easy to recreate at home! You might need a few extra bobby pins and some hairspray to make them last the distance.

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Boho bun

Estimated time: 10 minutes

Instructions

1. Start with day old hair which has retained some of its natural oils – this will make it so much easier to work with!
2. Part your hair (down the centre or to the side), then start by creating a 4cm thick braid. Fasten it with a clear elastic.
3. Take the rest of your hair, then create a few more messy braids with the ends. Secure with an elastic, then tug at each side to make them a little more ‘lived-in.’
4. Position a mirror in front and behind you – it will make it so much easier to see what you’re doing. Then pin each section of hair into a bun. If your hair is a little on the thick side, use a clear elastic to help secure it into place. Cover the elastic with extra hair, and pin directly over it.
5. Use a teasing comb to tug out any shorter layers, this will help to frame your face.

Long fishtail

Estimated time: 5 minutes

Instructions

1. This is the perfect hairstyle if you’re working with slightly oily hair, or even if it’s been freshly washed. It only involves a simple fishtail braid that is easy to achieve if you know the technique.
2. Divide hair into two equal sections, then pull a thinner strand of hair from the left side and cross it over to the right.
3. Repeat this step again on the opposite side, then keep alternating until you have reached the end. The secret to nailing this look is to keep hair looking neat and tidy, so make sure to position a mirror behind your back.
4. For a messier look, tug at each side of the braid.

Sophisticated side bun

Estimated time: 10 minutes

Instructions

1. Part your hair down the side with a comb, then gather your hair to the front.
2. Create a side bun which covers the side of your ear, and pin back the strains of hair with an elastic or bobby pins.
3. Take any shorter layers from the front of your hair and use a curling wand for some extra volume and bounce. Once it’s cooled down, curl it once with your finger and pin it back into the bun.

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