7 low-key, effortless hair trends from FW21 runways

Chic, low-key and effortless, these cool girl hair trends from the Fall/Winter 2021 runways offer plenty of fine inspiration this season

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PHOTOGRAPHY VEE CHIN

STYLING ADELINE ENG

HAIR FADLI RAHMAN, USING WIGS BY SALOME & KEVIN.MURPHY

MAKEUP NIKKI FU, USING SHU UEMURA

MODEL ZELINE/ BASIC MODELS, YASMINE/ AVE

Slicked back

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Turtleneck, jacket and jeans, Michael Michael Kors

Done right, this ‘do can elevate your look instantly and add a modern, sophisticated edge. If you like it super sleek, start by working with damp tresses.

Middle-part ponytail

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Coat, Longchamp

It’s a classic for a reason. Achieve a smooth finish with pomade and hairspray to tame rogue flyaways and ensure that strands stay put.

(Read also "Pretty Ponytails: Fool-Proof Ways To Have Your Hair Up")

Waved ponytail

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Dress, Givenchy

If there’s one hairstyle that works perfectly with second-day hair, it’s this. Classy and elegant, it can be easily pulled together in minutes. For a more polished look, wrap a section of hair around your elastic band.

Top knot + baby braids

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Turtleneck, inner vest, vest, and pants, Tory Burch

For two trends in one, wear your hair in an updo and leave the two front sections on each side loose. Finally, braid each section in a three-strand style.

(Read also "9 Simple Half Up, Half Down Hairstyles To Try At Home")

Wet look

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Sweater, Michael Michael Kors

This season’s take on the red carpet classic is neither fussy nor complicated. For best results, work with your hair and not against it. Scrunch your strands with texturising spray to create definition and boost volume.

(Read also "How To Pull Off This Season’s Hottest Hair Trend")

Baby bangs

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Jacket, Tod’s

Bangs that go high above the eyebrows are great for opening up the face and accentuating the cheekbones. If you’re not ready to take the plunge, you can always fake it with faux bangs. Spritzing dry shampoo on mini bangs can help to reduce oiliness, and add body and texture.

(Read also "The Wolf Cut Is Social Media’s Wildest New Hair Craze")

Braid up

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Jacket, Longchamp

To get this look, you’ll probably need hair extensions, but it’s worth the effort, we promise. If you really must fake the illusion of Rapunzel tresses without extensions, lightly backcomb your hair before you start plaiting for more volume.

This story was first published in the October 2021 issue of Her World. 

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