SPRING/SUMMER HAIR

NINA RICCI S/S 14

Casual hair never looked so glamorous. Simple ponytails proved a hit as intentionally understated styles. “The hair is simple, but the look itself is very luxurious, romantic and feminine,” says Palau.

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Start by applying an anti-frizz lotion to damp hair, then apply a high-shine oil or serum to the ends. Blow-dry smooth and create a centre part. Then, gather hair into a ponytail at the nape. Add a black ribbon, then loosen the front by pulling hair gently. They key here is to not make it look too perfect.

CELINE S/S 14

Ballet buns were juxtaposed by bold brows and heavy coloured eyes.
“The hair wasn’t pulled too tightly and a few flyaways were left untouched, so the end result looks soft and pretty,” says Palau.

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Apply a heat protectant lotion to damp hair then blow-dry. Once dry, twist into an airy knot. Pin the bun place and finish with hairspray.

VALENTINO S/S 14

Regal elegance gives a polished touch to ponytails.
“I wanted the overall style to be a bit more severe than at previous shows,” says Palau. “There’s an operatic theme to the finished look.”

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ALBERTA FERRETTI S/S 14

Alberta Ferretti convinced show-goers that braids could work equally as well dressed up or down.
“The messy structure resembles a hairstyle one might imagine a peasant girl wearing during the Renaissance,” says Palau. “It’s simple, soft and romantic.”

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Prep damp hair with a volumising mousse before blow-drying.  Spritz on a heat protectant spray before taking a small curling to create waves around the hairline – you don’t have to be perfect with your curls. Next, gather hair and loosely braid, then secure at the base with a hair tie. Gently pull the braid to widen and spray on wax blast 10 high impact finishing spray-wax to add undone texture.

Photos: Redken & ImaxTree