>DIY Hair

>If you are just engaged or have been engaged for a while, there is undoubtedly dozens of celebrations coming up where you have to be the belle of the ball and really shine. We have asked the experts at The Art of Hair to give us a few styling tips on how to do an impressive hairstyle without spending hundreds at the hairdressers. With the ‘easy’ steps you can create this stunning Grecian Goddess look.

After

Before

Step 1: Section hair in a curve shape from the corner of eyebrow down side of head and into the nape. Repeat on opposite side.

Step 2: Using a strong gel, direct side sections up towards the crown holding hair very tight.

Step 3: Place a small elastic band on the section making sure the band is positioned just behind the ear. Repeat on other side.

Step 4: Place hot rollers through the middle section. Wind rollers back of base to avoid root lift.

Step 5: Section hair behind the crown.

Step 6: Pin a crescent-shaped padding firmly along the section of hair. Tuck ends under if too wide.

Step 7: Smooth front section of hair over padding. Gently backcomb to hold hair together if slippery.

Step 8: Pin front section of hair in front of padding and drape remaining front section over padding and down back of head.

Step 9: Braid side sections out 5cm and secure with elastic bands.

Step 10: Cross each braid to opposite side of head along front of padding. Pin firmly under padding to secure and conceal elastic bands.

Special thanks to Sharon Blain at The Art of Hair for her styling steps and advice.