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The Honest Truth About Haircuts for Wavy Hair

Most stylists get wavy hair cuts wrong. After 15 years of terrible cuts, I found the 4 rules that actually work — rule 3 will surprise you.

May 9, 2026

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12 Curly Haircuts for Every Hair Type (Fine, Thick, and Everything Between)

May 8, 2026

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12 Twist Hairstyles for Every Hair Type (Whether You’re Curly, Straight, or Somewhere Between)

May 7, 2026

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The 6-Step Method for the Perfect Long Hair Updo

May 6, 2026

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What Really Happens When You Try Easy Hair Updos at Home

May 5, 2026

Highlights

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Curly Haircuts for Every Hair Type: 11 Stunning Styles

April 27, 2026

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What Really Happens When You Style Short Braids with Curls

April 16, 2026

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Why I Will Never Stop Loving Sleek Short Hair

April 15, 2026

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The 7-Step Method for Perfect Short Bob Braids

April 15, 2026

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The Honest Truth About Short Hair Layers (And Why Most People Get Them Wrong)

April 15, 2026

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Bob Cut vs Pixie Cut: My Honest Take After Trying Both

April 11, 2026

14 90s Layered Bob Cuts That Are Dominating 2026

March 30, 2026

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The 5-Step Method for Styling Thin Curly Hair (Without Weighing It Down)

March 30, 2026

What Nobody Tells You About Hair Bun Styles

Hair bun styles aren't just twist-and-pin. I tested 15 techniques and discovered why most tutorials fail — the secret is in the prep work.

May 4, 2026

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Why Prom Hair Updos Are Having a Major Moment Right Now

May 3, 2026

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Why Engagement Hairstyles Are Having a Major Moment Right Now

May 2, 2026

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11 Ponytail Hairstyles From Easiest to Hardest

Ponytails & Updos

April 30, 2026

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11 Simple Hairstyles From Easiest to Hardest: Master Every Level

April 29, 2026

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Layered Cuts vs Blunt Cuts for Wavy Hair: My Honest Take After Trying Both

April 28, 2026

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10 High Bun Hairstyles From Easiest to Hardest (Skill Level Guide)

April 24, 2026

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How Wedding Hair Down Completely Transformed My Look

April 23, 2026

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What Really Happens When You Do a Bride Hairstyles Updo

April 22, 2026

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The 5-Step Method for Perfect Updos on Medium Length Hair

Medium hair updos don't have to look messy or fall apart. My 5-step method creates elegant styles that last all day — step 4 is the game-changer.

April 21, 2026

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Woman with elegant high updo showing twisted sections and pin placement in natural lighting

Low Buns vs High Updos: My Honest Take After Trying Both for Weddings

Low wedding buns feel romantic but slip by hour 3. High updos stay perfect all night but can look severe. I tested both — here's which one won.

April 20, 2026

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The Mother of the Bride Hairstyles Edit: 12 Curated Looks for Your Special Day

April 17, 2026

Bride's elegant updo from behind showing intricate twisted sections secured with bobby pins and pearl earrings

What Really Happens When You Get Bride Hairstyles Updo – Behind the Scenes

April 15, 2026

Elegant bridal bun hairstyle from behind showing twisted updo with pearl hair pins

The 7-Step Method for the Perfect Bridal Bun

April 15, 2026

My Personal Edit: 9 Shaggy Haircuts Worth Trying

These 9 shaggy haircuts actually work on real hair. I've tested the cuts that add texture without the mess — number 7 surprised me most.

April 15, 2026

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My Personal Edit: 10 Long Wavy Haircuts Worth Trying

April 15, 2026

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An Ode to the Shag with Bangs

April 15, 2026

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My Personal Edit: 12 Mother of the Bride Hairstyles Worth Trying

April 14, 2026

Seasonal

Elegant low chignon showing bobby pin placement at nape of neck with diamond earrings visible

What Really Happens When You DIY a Prom Hair Updo

Prom hair updo disasters are real. I tried 6 DIY methods and learned why some fail spectacularly — plus which one actually survived the night.

April 11, 2026

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12 Wedding Hairstyles for Every Hair Type (Whether You’re Curly, Straight, or Somewhere Between)

Wedding hairstyles that actually work for your hair type. I've tested 12 gorgeous options for fine, thick, curly, and straight hair — plus my secret styling trick.

April 9, 2026

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Get Notified on Top Hair Trends and Styling Advice!

12 Curly Haircuts for Every Hair Type (Fine, Thick, and Everything Between)

Curly Haircuts for Every Hair Type: 11 Stunning Styles

What Really Happens When You Style Short Braids with Curls

Why I Will Never Stop Loving Sleek Short Hair

The 7-Step Method for Perfect Short Bob Braids

The Honest Truth About Short Hair Layers (And Why Most People Get Them Wrong)

Bob Cut vs Pixie Cut: My Honest Take After Trying Both

14 90s Layered Bob Cuts That Are Dominating 2026

The 5-Step Method for Styling Thin Curly Hair (Without Weighing It Down)

Why Engagement Hairstyles Are Having a Major Moment Right Now

11 Simple Hairstyles From Easiest to Hardest: Master Every Level

The 5-Step Method for Perfect Updos on Medium Length Hair

Low Buns vs High Updos: My Honest Take After Trying Both for Weddings

My Personal Edit: 9 Shaggy Haircuts Worth Trying

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What Really Happens When You DIY a Prom Hair Updo

12 Wedding Hairstyles for Every Hair Type (Whether You’re Curly, Straight, or Somewhere Between)