Hairstyles for Medium to Long Hair
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For gals looking for hairstyles for medium to long hair, there are many different options. Depending on the occasion, you may want hair in a flat straight style, twist or updo, or ponytail style to polish off your look and pull it all together.
Gals with medium length hair or longer have several styling options that can, and should be considered before heading out the door. Rather than let your hang down, why not try your hand at a fabulously chic style that gets you noticed?
A sleek sedu, ponytail, or classic twist or bun style adds versatility and grace with minimal effort. Whether you’re after a soft and curled style, a vintage wavy coif or a sleek and sexy do just perfect for date night, meet styles that, combined with a few insider tricks, will take you from blah to bombshell in no time flat.
Hairstyles for Medium to Long Hair: Ideas
When to Wear Straight Styles
Flat sedu celebrity inspired styles are much easier to achieve with the help of straightening irons. Not only is a silky and straight style perfect for daytime or the office, flat hairstyles also make great party hair options. With the help of a glossing serum and a paddle brush, this low maintenance hairstyle looks undeniably hot and sophisticated.
Choosing a part for your straight style can change the whole look. A sexy side part adds volume and offers a classic edge. Middle parts are much more dramatic and should only be worn when hair is super straight. Make sure you use that iron!
Tip: To keep the look frizz free, start with an anti frizz serum. To master this look, you’ll need a quality blow dryer. Blow dryers should be at least 1800 watts for maximum shine and performance.
When to Wear a Twist or Updo
Twists and upos are classic in design and wearability. They go hand in hand with a strand of pearls and are the perfect styling choice for those seeking an elegant and formal way to wear their hair. Not only will a graceful knot or French twist elongate the neck, it will also emphasize your facial features and highlight jewelry, such as an intricate pair of earrings or an ornate necklace.
Although the twist is timeless and sleek, some gals look for a different version of this upswept do.
For a modern alternative to the twist, old fashioned buns are entirely chic with a retro ladylike vibe. Consider braiding or twisting the hair and you pull it back to secure it to add a bohemian or romantic touch.
Tip: To secure twists and buns alike, work with day old hair. To add some texture to prevent slippage, work a pomade or styling cream from mid shaft to ends. Place bobby pins in X shapes for a secure hold.
When to Wear a Ponytail
There’s a reason women of all ages are fans of the classic upswept ponytail. Ponytails are an instant facelift and perk just about anyone up. If you’re feeling tired, or just want to add a bouncy and fun look to your day, a ponytail is the perfect styling option.
Whether this daytime favorite is paired with jeans or an elegant gown, it works. With a variety of styling options, the humble ponytail can be very grown up and sassy.
Adorn ponytails with dazzling jeweled accessories for added sparkle. Headbands add a modern touch to the ponytail, while a fabulous pair of chandelier earrings gracing your earlobes will add a Grecian elegance to any ensemble.
Side swept ponytails are yet another updo style or pony option. Offering instant glamour, a side swept ponytail has an old Hollywood edge that looks amazing with a simple pair of hoop earrings.
Tip: Keep the look simple. One simple accessory or piece of jewelry will do when adorning your ponytail. For added volume and lift, spray a volumizing tonic from scalp to ends prior to drying the hair. Backcomb the crown and brush over to conceal the backcombing.
These hairstyles for medium to long hair offer easy and elegant ways to look gorgeous. Gals with this versatile hair length, however, have a huge range of options! Browse our other hair styles articles for more great tips and ideas for medium to long hair.
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