Welcome to the 60's

The 1960's was a time of change in many ways. One in particular was in fashion and glamour. Hair was being pulled up and created into beautiful art forms. Woman were not afraid to show off their neckline, shoulders and cheekbones. It was all about beauty! To do so the hair was pulled up. I am not talking about the infamous Beehive...UGH! But smoothness, wrapping, volume and elegance of the hair.

One of my most favorite actresses of that era was Audrey Hepburn. She not only was talented and beautiful, but inside was a pretty spectacular person by doing a lot for her community.
So she is my inspiration for the week, just taking her Breakfast at Tiffany's look to a everyday casual arrangement of hair.

Step 1: I started by parting the hair about a 1 1/2inch thick from my front hair line; from ear to ear. Clip the hair forward.

Step 2: Turn head upside down and grab 3 pieces at the neck hairline.

Step 3: Start french braiding. It will be a upside down french braid.

Step 4: Continue the upside down french braid until reaching the lower crown of the head.

Step 5: Wrap into a small rubber band.

Step 6: Pull head up and start back-combing (aka teasing) the front sections of the hair. Then gently smooth it out.

Step7: Take 1-2 inch piece sections and start wrapping them back towards the pony tail braid. Pull the sides back toward the ear.

Step 8: Place bobby-pins to secure the hair. Use hairspray to hold in place.

I love this because instead of the plain pony tail, it is now a retro 60's updo. Enjoy! Email me if you have any questions!