You may have your New Year’s Eve outfit planned, but what about something special for your hair? Try one of these new styles to complete your look for a fun night out celebrating the New Year. You’ll make an elegant statement without too much work— just follow the steps below!

Braided Twist

Braids are all the rage and they can even create a classy up-do! It will look like you spent all morning doing your hair, but it only takes a few minutes.

Style tip: create this style on first-day hair, then let the braids down on day two for some fun waves!

Tools: Elastics, Bobby Pins

    1.  Create a center part and divide the hair in two sections.

    2.  Starting on one side near the forehead, French braid hair by crossing each                    section under the other, instead of over the other like normal braiding. Secure                end of braid with an elastic.

    3.  Repeat step one on the other side section of hair.

    4.  Wrap the braids around each other into a low bun, tucking the ends in and                    securing with bobby pins. 

    5.  Set the style with finishing spray to complete this braided twist!

Side Sweep Curls

The side sweep look is gorgeous with curls, but elastics and bobby pins can’t quite handle the task. The Simple Twist pin makes it easy to create this elegant look and will securely hold it all day long!

Style Tip: dress up this look even more by adding a decorative headband!

Tools: TStudio Silk Oval Wand, Simple Twist 

    1.  Section hair and curl 1-2” sections with the TStudio Silk Oval Wand.

    2.  Tease hair lightly around the crown, adding hair spray. 

    3.  Gather hair to the side and twist hair towards the ear.

    4.  Push the Simple Twist pin through and twist towards the ear, then flip it back into          the twist to secure. Pin should be close to the scalp when pushed back in.

    5.  Loosen a few curls around the face and set with finishing spray to complete                  these side sweep curls!

Headwrap Ringlets

This headwrap look works with any style or party! Use a boho braided headwrap for casual occasions or a beaded headwrap to really dress it up.

Style Tip: just like the braided twist, this look can be let down on day two hair for awesome curls!

Tools: TStudio Silk Oval Wand, Braided Headwrap, Beaded Headwrap

    1.  Section hair and curl 1-2” sections with the T|Studio Silk Oval Wand.

    2.  Slide a skinny headwrap over the head, so it is across or right above the                      forehead.

    3.  Starting on one side, loop a 2” section of hair around the headwrap until it creates          a ringlet, then secure the end of the strand in the headwrap band. 

    4.  Continue looping sections until all hair is secured around the headwrap. 

    5.  Add bobby pins as needed and set with finishing spray for this headwrap ringlet            style!

I am loving my Remington T|Studio Silk straight irons and clipless curling irons. I can do a variation of looks with the straight iron, from stick straight to easy waves, by rocking the iron back and forth. I can make a random bend in the hair to a spiral curl by wrapping it around the straight plates. When I'm doing curls, I really enjoy working with the T|Studio Silk clipless wand series because it makes the curls come out looser than a traditional curling iron. I usually leave the ends out of the hair from the iron to make the waves and curls look more relaxed. With clipless you make that look happen easily.

I'm addicted to the Remington T|Studio Oval Waving Wand! I can create several looks with this one tool from smooth and straight to just a little bend on the ends of the hair or irregular waves throughout the hair. The variety of styles you can create with this one tool is endless! 　 　 　 　 　 　 　 　 　 　 　 　 　 　 　

Here is my favorite technique for curling hair:

    1.  Section off the head into three sections 1) top of head 2) left side 3) right side.              Sectioning makes curling your hair faster and easier.

    2. I start at the bottom neck area usually with a smaller barrel iron to begin (I prefer           the Remington T|Studio Silk slim conical iron). I do a tighter curl at the neckline             which gives support to hold up the other waves that will be sitting on top of this             section of hair. 
 

    3.  Wrap hair around iron and repeat. When you get to the mid section of your hair              begin to wrap your hair around the center section if the conical iron.
 

    4.  Finish ironing the top section and your bang area with a variation of the largest              section of the barrel and then the next section with the middle section of the                barrel. This will give the overall look of a variation of texture in your curls which            always look more natural and not a uniformed curl.

The most common hair mistake I see is over-styling! Remember K.I.S.S.! With the proper cut for you and the correct products and tools, maintaining your hair will be a pleasure. People often remember people for their hair, how it's cut, the health and the sheen of it. I know it's my work, but I often hear people say they didn't recognize someone because they changed their hair. Be gentle to your hair, keep overuse of product to a minimum, ease up on teasing or over chemically processing and give it the ionic tools it deserves to keep it as healthy as possible. I'm all for a good all-out glam look, but keep that for special occasions. Keep your day-to-day life hair beautiful and simple, which leaves a long lasting impression. 　

This especially true for today’s busy women looking for quick and easy ways to turn a day look into a night look. I always recommend what I call "convertible hair" (changeable easy styles). If you wear your hair long and straight to the office or school, in the evening do a ponytail or a loose bun or even a loose French twist. Curly and wavy hair girls can do the opposite because they have natural texture on their side. Try a loose bun by day, down and wavy by night. Options are always what you want to strive for with minimum maintenance. 　 　 　 　 　 　 　 　 　 　 　 　 　 　 　 　 　

Traditional curling irons create small, tight curls that can leave you with the Shirley Temple look. That might work for your grandma, but you need a more modern style—something like free-flowing, vibrant waves!

That’s where the Remington Oval Waving Wand comes in.  The unique shape of the wand forms natural-looking waves that add a perfectly subtle touch to your fresh look.

You’ll get salon-quality results from the 410-degree digital heat that reaches temperature in just 30 seconds. And as part of the T|Studio line of styling products, the wand is equipped with a ceramic coating that’s infused with silk proteins to keep frizz to a minimum and reduce damage to keep your hair looking and feeling its best. 

So throw away the old curler and embrace the wavy look! The simple wrap-and-go convenience of the Remington Waving Wand makes it easy to craft long-lasting beach waves for the modern style you want!  

Hair, camera, action! We sat down with celebrity stylist Richard Marin to get the inside scoop on some of the fabulous hairstyles he’s created for world-famous actresses. His remarkable work has graced the pages of some of the most elite fashion magazines, including Vogue, Allure and Vanity Fair. In this exclusive interview he shares his favorite part of the job, styling tips, and some of the hot trending hairstyles! 

What is the best part about being a celebrity hairstylist?

"The best part of my job is the access I have to the most creative people in their fields from fashion designers to wardrobe stylists who start the fashion trends. From here I see what my peers are doing and how we relate hair trends to salon clients to celebrities on the red carpet. It's fun to see what trends really catch on and become every day hairstyles that everyone wants to emulate."

What is the difference between styling hair for television and movies versus everyday wear?

"With TV or movies you're working with a variety of elements from lighting, what a scene calls for, or a director and actress wishes. Hair usually expands on screen so it's a balance of getting the hair right for the character and what is right for each particular scenario. In real life it's all about getting it right for YOU! In any case, I can't do my job correctly if I don't have the right products, a good haircut and most importantly the right tools. I've become very reliant on my Remington T|Studio Silk products because they just make the hair look and feel shiny, soft and beautiful. That’s where I start and hopefully maintain that in working with a client at the salon or an actress in a movie or on the red carpet."  

In your mind, what has been the best red-carpet runway hairstyle?

"What works on the runway necessarily doesn't transfer to the red carpet so what I always look at is what is big on the runway and how will I translate the look on a celebrity for the red carpet to make them look the best they possibly can. I take into consideration who the person I'm working with is and what hairstyle will be best them, the event they are going to and the dress they are wearing for the red carpet." 

What is your favorite runway look and how do you create it?

"I'm really liking all of the new layered Bob's that are happening for the season, These looks all have great texture. Begin by adding a texturizing spray into your dry hair or a thermal active spray that will work with your T|Studio Silk Slim Conical wrap and go wand. I like the Remington T|Studio 1/2 inch to 1 inch conical iron to achieve the best texture. Wrap your hair around the large portion of the conical iron, and the next section of hair use the smaller section of the conical iron. What this does is it creates a variation of texture throughout your hairstyle. Once you've completely wrapped all of your hair in various textures, shake, shake, shake your hair and you're ready to go! Have a lot of fun with this look. The messier and the more texture, the better!"                                      

Whose hair style is trending the most in Hollywood?

"Whoever does the most dramatic change! Trending hair comes in all forms. Everyone has an opinion about hair, whether they love it or hate it, but this past year we really owe all the short hair resurgence to Miley Cyrus. It shot a whole new energy in cropping the hair short from the model Coco Rocha to the Big Bang Theory's Kaley Cuoco. Also, last few seasons "BOB" trend will now be the "Shaggy Layered Lob (long bob)" for spring 2015."

Whether it’s a casual work day or a night out, this up-do is simply perfect. Get this classic style with the steps below!

Tools: TStudio Silk Oval Wand, TStudio Slim Straightener, Beaded Headwrap, and The Simple Twist 

    1.  Add mousse or hairspray to hair to add texture

    2.  Section hair and curl a 1-2” section of hair with Oval wand.

    3.  Continue curling the sections, alternating the direction of the curl each time.

    4.  Leaving bangs down, gather hair to back of head and twist into low bun 

    5.  Push Simple Twist pin up into bun, then flip pin and push back down towards                nape of neck. Pin should be close to scalp when pushed back down, to better              secure look.

    6.  Sweep bangs to the side and add a slight flip with a straightener.

    7.  End Look 1: Add a beaded headwrap across the forehead to dress it up.

    8.  End Look 2: Just put on your favorite pair of earrings for a more classic look. 

Turn heads at your next holiday party with this chic and elegant hairstyle. Follow the steps below to get the look!

Tools: Simple Twist, Bobby Pins

    1.  Start with your natural hair and add hairspray. If you have straight or fine hair add          volume by curling or teasing. 

    2.  Section bangs from hair and tease. Then comb back bangs and pin, smoothing            the top while keeping volume.

    3.  Gather hair at nape of neck and twist hair, guiding it upwards while keeping hair            tight and smooth.

    4.  Tuck ends of hair back down into twist. Push pin up into the twist, then flip pin              and push back down. Pin should be close to scalp when pushed back down, to            better secure look.

    5.  Set the style with finishing spray and your elegant look is ready for any occasion!  

Loose and free-flowing waves are a fun way to spice up average curls and show off your wild side. Try them out yourself with the steps below!

Tools: TStudio Silk Slim Wand

    1.  Add mousse or hairspray to hair to build texture.

    2.  Separate hair into 1-2” sections and curl with the TStudio Silk Slim           Wand, wrapping it around the widest part of the wand.

    3.  Continue curling the sections, alternating the direction of the curl             each time.

    4.  Tease hair at the roots around the crown and bangs.

    5.  Set the style with finishing spray to rock this wild wave look!

You’ve probably picked out your tackiest, most hideous sweater for your “ugly sweater” party this year. But what are you going to wear to all the other holiday festivities you’ll be attending? Take a look at the cute and cozy outfits below for some ideas that fit the holiday season and are anything but ugly.

Outfit 1: Top, Skirt, Necklace, Clutch, Shoes

Outfit 2: Dress, Clutch, Shoes

Outfit 3: Pants, Sweater, Vest, Necklace, Purse, Shoes