The Inverted Chignon

January 2, 2014

The Inverted Chignon

Step 1: Gather all of your hair into a low pony. I started with my hair straightened, but this can work with any texture.
Step 2: Part your hair starting just a few inches above the ponytail, all the way down to the bottom.
Steps 3 & 4: Grab your ponytail and place it inside of the part, wrapping the ponytail underneath itself.
Step 5: Grab either side of the ponytail and pull to tighten and secure
Step 6: Tease the ponytail with a boar bristle brush to make it bigger and more dramatic.
Step 7: Take the ponytail and pull it towards the top of your head, smoothing the bottom of the ponytail. This will be the part that is showing so you want to make sure to get it as smooth as possible!
Step 8: Pull the bottom of the ponytail underneath and secure with bobby pins.
Step 9: Add a hair accessory of your choice and… voila!

The Mini Braided Headband

January 1, 2014

The Braided Headband _ Kouturekiss

  1. Begin with your hair already styled the way you want it when the braid is in (i.e. straight, wavy, curled, etc). I chose to straighten mine.
  2. Section off your hair beginning parallel to the arch of your eyebrow, and the hair that falls in front of year as well (this will help you to hide the start of the braid later on).
  3. Section off a 2×2 inch section of hair and begin loosely braiding.
  4. Tie off the end of your braid with an elastic.
  5. Wrap the braid over the top of your head and place it wherever works best for your hair cut and style.
  6. Place the end of the braid underneath a section of hair to hide it, and secure with a bobby pin.
  7. To add more volume and drama, tease the hair behind the braid and smooth it over to avoid any stray hairs.
  8. Apply a finishing creme or spray and…
  9. Voila!

Summer Ready Braid Waves

July 13, 2013

Summer Ready Braid Waves _ Kouturekiss

From the beach to the beach house party, braid waves are a perfect hair chameleon for summer. Simple to achieve, gentile on hair and ultra-stylish—these waves are definitely a go-to. Follow these steps to create sexy beach waves.

Step 1: Start with towel-dried hair; spray a de-tangler throughout to prepare for combing.
Step 2: Gently comb through hair. (more…)

The Boho Up-do

May 15, 2013

Kouturekiss - A Boho Updo

In preparation for warm weather it only seems appropriate to showcase the perfect boho up-do for that effortless summer look. Try this boho up-do!

  1. The first step is to choose your headband, preferably one that matches your outfit of course!
  2. Next, place the headband around the crown of your head. I like to secure my headband with bobbie pins so that I can ensure this hairstyle will stay in place all day. (more…)