Get Coiffed for Fall 2013

It’s time for me to make a shocking confession: I’m not very good at doing my own hair. That’s why I was relieved to see the hairstyle trends that dominated the fall 2013 runways — low ponytails, messy buns (there’s no other kind for yours truly!) and the “wet look” — are all looks that can be easily achieved by even the coiffure-challenged like myself. Also seen on the runways were loose waves, braids and full-volumed updos. The predominant motif was deconstruction — be it in a simply ponytail or a complicated fishtail braid slightly disarrayed with a few strategically placed loose tendrils.

Low ponytail

A messy ponytail (left) and a sleek ponytail. (Photos: Imaxtree)

Ponytails stayed low, but appeared in a variety of textures: sleek, messy and full.

Wet look

Wet hair look (Photo: Imaxtree)

I love this look; in fact it’s pretty much how I look every morning when I arrive at work after spinning class. This is a nonchalant look intended to contrast with sumptuous clothing and suggests an exquisitely dressed woman who simply forgot to do her hair.

Full volume

Turn up the volume (Photo: Imaxtree)

Huge hair is also big (pun intended) this season.

 Undone waves and texture

Loose, undone waves (Photo: Imaxtree)

Another carefully crafted undone look that achieves the pinnacle of effortless cool.

 Messy buns

Elegant disarray (Photo: Keratase)

This season’s bun is artfully deconstructed and a bit frayed at the edges. (Oh, how I rejoice!)

 Braids

Chic side braid, fishtail side braid and crown braids – elegant and regal (l to r) (Photos: Imaxtree)

A variety of braids were seen at the fall shows—sleek side braids, fishtail braids and crown braids. Braids are versatile and be either romantic, elegant or edgy depending on your outfit and the type of braid you’re sporting.

Side braids look particularly chic and elegant.

Fishtail braids have a distinctive bohemian edge. They are created with four strands instead of the usual three to achieve the fishtail effect.

A crown braid encircles the head like its namesake crown and has an ethereal, romantic quality.