Need a break from the braids trend? Try a twist! The simple technique adds texture to your hairdo, has a sophisticated retro vibe, and is making a major comeback on spring runways and red carpets. Plus, the versatile effect can be overlapped, woven, and wrapped in a slew of chic ways to fit any style. Check out a few of the latest and greatest rolled looks.
SIDE SHOW
Hang loose! Side-swept styles are a classic go-to for big nights out. Use a teeny twist to neatly gather your hair to one side. Or for more texture, divide the section you want to roll into two pieces and wind them together in a spiral.
ROLL WITH IT
The vintage rolled effect first made major waves at the Preen Spring Collection show during New York Fashion Week. The look was neatly structured, sweet, and inspired by ’40s hairstyles. Then, earlier this month, Scarlett Johansson mimicked the 'do with a slightly more teased version.
THE LOW DOWN
Add pizazz to your ponytail by twisting the hair on each side of your part until you reach the nape of your neck. Secure with a clear elastic and backcomb the loose strands for sleek yet wild combo. For a more polished finish, wrap the hair ends into a low bun.
TINY TWISTS
This season we were obsessed with Rachel McAdams’ cluster of curled, mini buns. The teeny wraps were an elegant and whimsical way to glam up her look. To keep the style low-key, create messy knots so strands stick out.
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Jun 26, 2012
Olivia G.
Stunning!
Jan 02, 2012
Molly S.
i love this hairstyle so much. its so cute and it can be retro and vintage too but with a modern twist. I would love to see tutorials on this
Dec 31, 2011
Ala H.
I'm loving Scarlett in 'Roll With It'! 'The Low Down' on the right is super cute too.
Dec 30, 2011
Marissa B.
I absolutely love the "low down" one on the right! It looks so classy and gorgeous, I'm definitely going to try it!
Dec 30, 2011
Jasmine P.
I love these! I wish I had longer hair so I can try it out!
Dec 30, 2011
Angie B.
I've been doing this for years! I wear mine like the "low down" on the right.
Dec 30, 2011
Haily J.
i love how twists can be so chic.. unlike braids that rarely seem elegant. Definitely gonna try these twisty looks:)
Dec 29, 2011
Kika C.
I feel like the only one that did twists before they did braids... I'm really into braids now while everyone's tired of them, and I'm the only one that's kinda tired of twists!
Dec 29, 2011
Ning C.
Twists are the new braids!
Dec 29, 2011
Kim P.
This is interesting, I honestly didn't even know braids were a big fad until this summer where everyone was braiding each others hair with more braid types than I can count. Is there really a specific way to twist your hair or do you just... twist it?