We first saw the side swept plait in 2010 for Alexander Wang by session stylist and Redken Creative Consultant Guido Palau. He wanted something that was sexy, cool and casual. He added extensions for extra thickness and length and did a simple three strand plait pinned loosely on the side and pulled over the shoulder. Everyone from Victoria Beckham to Cheryl Cole wore this and today there is a great fresh up-to-date version of this original look.
In 2012 we are wearing this look still loosely pinned and to the side but with a twist. This is now with a super easy fishtail...
One of the greatest plunges into a new look, without serious length loss and the commitment of a major restyle, is to have a fringe.
Fringes can suit any length of hair, most face shapes and can be sweeping, short, soft and super funky. A fringe can dramatically change a look and most importantly the feel of a haircut.
A fringe can bring out different features of a face depending on where it sits. Eyes can become instantly emphasized by framing them with a shorter fringe above, while a wide fringe can open up the face and show off gorgeous delicate cheek...
