While some of us are obsessed with the bob and the lob, others are still loving their long hair.
But even with long locks you need a style to keep it modern.
With the help of these five long-haired celebrities – including Sarah Jessica Parker, Olivia Wilde, and Zooey Deschanel – we find the perfect style to suit your hair type.
Here are five easy ways to jzush things up:
Cut a fringe
This is a great way to give your hair sophistication and style. But you don’t want your fringe too wide; ie, don’t have it cut wider than the outer corners of your eyes.
If you’re not keen on blunt bangs ask your stylist to snip into the ends so it’s more staggered. Remember though that a fringe requires maintenance, ideally a trim every six weeks.
Style icon: Zooey Deschanel
Add front layers
If your hair is straight go for layers around the face – but keep the rest of your hair one length. This is also great if your hair is fine, as the extra layers add weight and stop your hair looking wispy.
Don’t worry about your face shape either – your hairdresser will be able to position the layers to flatter you.
Style icon: Allison Williams
Cut tapered ends
Curly-haired women need to be extra careful when it comes to long hair – especially if they want to stop it from ballooning out.
Try horizontal layers, which will give the appearance of a tapered curl so the hair still looks thick but more streamlined. The bulk of the hair will be removed, but you will still keep your natural curl.
Style icon: Sarah Jessica Parker
Add colour
Lots of women with long hair tend to go one of two ways. Either they leave their hair natural, assuming the sun will give them their much sought-after highlights, or they get a dye packet and colour it one block shade.
A sleeker alternative – which usually does require a trip to the salon – is to add a touch of ombré colour to your hair. The subtle lighter shade at the ends will add depth and also give your locks a finished appearance.
Style icon: Olivia Wilde
Try a side part
While a centre part is pretty standard these days, a side part can totally change your look. It will give the appearance of added volume, with minimal effort.
For extra ‘wow’ factor get the curling tongs out to create voluminous waves.
Style icon: Kristin Davis
Tools of the trade
1 Ghd paddle brush, $39, will help you brush your mane quicker.
2 R+Co Vicious Strong Hold Flexible Hairspray, $49, is perfect for loose waves but won’t leave hair stiff or sticky.
3 Davines Melu shampoo, $36; and conditioner, $37; is specially formulated for long, damaged hair. 4 OGX Hydrating Macadmia Oil Intensive Moisture Mask, $19, with a blend of coconut, aloe and avocado oil, will make rough hair sleek and smooth.
4 OGX Hydrating Macadmia Oil Intensive Moisture Mask, $19, with a blend of coconut, aloe and avocado oil, will make rough hair sleek and smooth.
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