How to Style Preppy Hair
Wear it straight., Wear it in a ponytail., Wear long waves., Wear pigtails., Braid it., Wear a ballerina bun., Braid a bit of your bangs or the hair near your face., Wear it curly.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Wear it straight.
Except on formal occasions, long, straight hair is a trademark preppy look.
Try to fix those split ends.
To make straight hair more interesting, accessorize:
Wear headbands.
In Gossip Girl, Blair Waldorf has a signature look: headbands.
An athlete's alternative to headbands are headwraps
- slip one around your head and tie your hair in a ponytail.
Wear barrettes.
Mix and match different colors to keep it interesting and accentuate your girliness. -
Step 2: Wear it in a ponytail.
Adding ribbons can bring a personal touch, and can even gain you a signature look.
Make sure that the ponytail goes well with your face shape. , Do this if your hair is naturally wavy and/or to break up the monotony of wearing it straight.
Apply some frizz serum or a little mousse to your hair if it's frizzing up.
If you use too much product, however, you'll lose the natural look that is characteristic of a preppy ‘do. , These should be loose and low under your ears.
Tie them with either ribbons that match your outfit or everyday elastics. , This is a good look for bad hair days.
If you feel your outfit is looking a little bland or your hair is being unruly, apply braids liberally.
Don't do this if your hair is cut into layers; hair strands sticking out of your braids makes it look more messed up than preppy. , This is a classic and never goes out of style.
Avoid wearing it too high on the head, as this look is not flattering on everyone. , This adds a bit of a boho-chic look to your preppy style. , Wear loose or in tight spiral curls for special occasions. -
Step 3: Wear long waves.
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Step 4: Wear pigtails.
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Step 5: Braid it.
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Step 6: Wear a ballerina bun.
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Step 7: Braid a bit of your bangs or the hair near your face.
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Step 8: Wear it curly.
Detailed Guide
Except on formal occasions, long, straight hair is a trademark preppy look.
Try to fix those split ends.
To make straight hair more interesting, accessorize:
Wear headbands.
In Gossip Girl, Blair Waldorf has a signature look: headbands.
An athlete's alternative to headbands are headwraps
- slip one around your head and tie your hair in a ponytail.
Wear barrettes.
Mix and match different colors to keep it interesting and accentuate your girliness.
Adding ribbons can bring a personal touch, and can even gain you a signature look.
Make sure that the ponytail goes well with your face shape. , Do this if your hair is naturally wavy and/or to break up the monotony of wearing it straight.
Apply some frizz serum or a little mousse to your hair if it's frizzing up.
If you use too much product, however, you'll lose the natural look that is characteristic of a preppy ‘do. , These should be loose and low under your ears.
Tie them with either ribbons that match your outfit or everyday elastics. , This is a good look for bad hair days.
If you feel your outfit is looking a little bland or your hair is being unruly, apply braids liberally.
Don't do this if your hair is cut into layers; hair strands sticking out of your braids makes it look more messed up than preppy. , This is a classic and never goes out of style.
Avoid wearing it too high on the head, as this look is not flattering on everyone. , This adds a bit of a boho-chic look to your preppy style. , Wear loose or in tight spiral curls for special occasions.
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