HAIR TRICKS AND THEIR FRINGE BENEFITS

A CELEBRITY STYLIST REVEALS HOW TO BE LOOKING YOUR FASHIONABLE BEST WHEN YOU MINGLE WITH THE CROWDS ON MELBOURNE CUP DAY

Loose braids, natural waves, fringes and statement ponytails. If you are in need of Melbourne Cup hair styling tips try these timeless tricks from celebrity hair stylist Marie Uva.

LOOSE BRAIDS

“A loose textured braid, either to the side or through the lengths of the hair, is right on trend. The secret here is not braiding too tightly, you want the end results to be soft with natural movement, so braiding loosely and letting small sections of flyways fall out is key,” Marie says.

Marie’s pro tip: If you hair is naturally very straight, lightly curl it before braiding to add movement and texture.

NATURAL WAVES

“The key to mastering this trend is not to over-style your hair,” Marie says.

“Super tight curls are not the goal this summer. You want to aim for soft, natural-looking waves that accentuate the natural movement in the hair.”

Marie’s pro tip: If you lack the natural length and volume to wear your hair down try extensions to create beautiful natural-looking long locks.

STATEMENT PONYTAILS

“Whether it’s worn high with volume at the crown, or low to the nape, the soft natural texture throughout the lengths of the ponytail is what makes this style so striking,” Marie says.

“Likewise a super-sleek high ponytail, finished with high shine, is right on trend.”

Marie’s pro tip: To perfect either look your hair must have volume to ensure you create a

WHETHER I T’S WORN HIGH WITH VOLUME AT THE CROWN, OR LOW TO THE NAPE, THE SOFT NATURAL TEXTURE THROUGHOUT THE LENGTHS OF THE PONYTAIL I S WHAT MAKES THIS STYLE SO STRIKING

statement style and not a limp lifeless ponytail.

“When creating these looks for my celebrity clients I use Amazing Hair Australia clip-in ponytail to add both length and body to the hair.

“This gives me the ideal starting base to create a beautifully full ponytail that has gorgeous texture and movement.”

FRINGES

“Fringes will see a big comeback as the warmer weather begins. Just ensure you keep your fringe length long with layers around the side to frame the face,” Marie says.

OFF-THE-FACE STYLING

“We will see a big move towards hair being brushed back off the face and complemented with a cute headband or floral band,” Marie says.

Marie’s pro tip: To perfect this look opt for smoothed hair with an ever-so-slight natural wave or softly waved hair.