AS you prepare for the parties and dinners that are inevitable during the season, hair can be one thing less to worry about. There is no need to sit in a salon for hours and spend a ton of money. The beauty of these styles is that they are classic; they have been around for years, and will be around for years more; and they are fairly easy to achieve.1. The bun: If you have long hair, or even shoulder length hair, the bun can be worn with either a straight or middle part, straight back or with bangs in an elegant and versatile look. Another wonderful thing is that the sleek look can be achieved, on even curly or wavy hair, by just pulling it tightly and brushing it with a stiff brush and a little gel.

2. Curly ringlets: Curls can be achieved in a number of ways. Shampoo and scrunch damp hair if you just want a bit of texture; or set damp hair on traditional rollers and blow-dry, braid, twist, or corn-row and then reopen; or, my favourite – setting freshly shampooed, still damp hair on flexible rods or rag curlers, now on the market.

3. Straight with bangs: Bangs add pizzazz and dress-up appeal to a straight hairstyle. Bangs can be shaped by flat ironing or setting. Don’t want to cut bangs? Don’t fret, the look can be achieved by using a small piece of hair on the weft and attach by bonding or stitching to a single corn-row. The rest of your hair can be made extra straight by flat ironing or wrapping.

4. The Chignon: Don’t be intimidated by the term “chignon”, it’s really just a fancy French term for a bun, and it is perfect for last minute updos. The main difference is that it is more loosely styled than a bun; you can pin it in a variety of ways, leave a few tendrils out and work with your curly hair.

5. The short hair: Whether your hair is curly, kinky or straight, short hair looks amazing with accessories. Try a thin bandeau, dressy headband

6. The Fro: If you have natural hair, flaunt it. Just condition your hair, and make sure it is in fabulous condition.
Written By Michelle Gonsalves