We hate the idea of using blow-dryers when it's sweltering out. But we're also so bored with the usual post-pool ponytail. (That goes for our sloppy, throw-it-all-up-there topknot, too, for that matter.) And, unless you're going for the whole mermaid-chic thing, heading out on the town with a tossed-together topknot just isn't so slick. Wet hair poses a number of challenges, not the least of which is styling it quickly and easily.
In search of a way to make wet strands look cool, we turned to hair guru Adam Maclay — and boy, did he deliver. These three DIY styles are chic enough to wear straight to a party, and here's the best part: Like these other wet hairstyles, they're so easy, anyone can do 'em. See you in the water....
Working from the nape of your neck, separate the lower third of your hair; clip the remainder of your hair above it. (Don't worry if the clipped hair isn't perfect — you'll be working with it shortly.) Separate the lower third of your hair into two sections, then tie a loose "knot" in the middle as shown.
In search of a way to make wet strands look cool, we turned to hair guru Adam Maclay — and boy, did he deliver. These three DIY styles are chic enough to wear straight to a party, and here's the best part: Like these other wet hairstyles, they're so easy, anyone can do 'em. See you in the water....
Wet hair already has texture, so you don't need to add any products, says Maclay. But, if you want a little more hold, work a lightweight gel into your hair, moving from roots to ends. Maclay is a fan of Hantz Professional Styling Glaze. "I love this product," he raves. "It has a light-to-medium hold and doesn't flake."
The Chain-Link Chignon
Working from the nape of your neck, separate the lower third of your hair; clip the remainder of your hair above it. (Don't worry if the clipped hair isn't perfect — you'll be working with it shortly.) Separate the lower third of your hair into two sections, then tie a loose "knot" in the middle as shown.
Continue to tie knots in this section of the hair, creating a chain-link effect. The loops should be loose — don't pull them tight!
Wrapping your hair "chain" around your finger, twist it up to the nape of your neck. Secure it with bobby pins that match the color of your hair. (You can use clear elastics before pinning if you like, but Maclay says it's not necessary.)
Let the rest of your hair down, then separate a section above your existing chignon. Section off smaller sections at the front right and front left. You'll come back to these later.
Repeat the knotting process on the middle section of hair. (Again, the loops shouldn't be too tight.) Build a second twisted section adjacent to the first one.
Let your clipped hair down, and then repeat the knotting, looping, and pinning process on each side.
To finish, secure your chignon with bobby pins.
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