Do y'all remember last week's post when I talked about fall hair trends? I know, it was a week ago, so click here to refresh your memory. I asked y'all to choose the look you'd like to see a tutorial on, and this was the look with the most votes! Today I'm showing you how to get Blake Lively's sexy bed head using velcro rollers.
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Can we just talk about how gorgeous her hair is? She's one of my top hair-spiration sources. But you wouldn't believe how easy this hairstyle is to achieve. Instead of using a curling iron, I thought I would mix it up and use velcro rollers. These provide amazing volume and a slight curl--perfect for that "I woke up like this" bedhead.
You'll need--
How To:
-I'm starting with washed hair. While damp, I applied my hair product of choice--I usually apply something to help with frizz. A curling mousse or volumizing product might be more your style.
-Once hair is about 70-80% naturally dry, I'll roll my hair. I used really large ones for volume and used smaller ones on the sides for curl. Velcro rollers can be purchased online, at beauty supply stores, drugstores, and box stores (Target, etc). |
-Once hair has dried, let it completely cool down before taking it out of the rollers. Since I'm going for a messy texture, I don't use a brush, just my fingers to comb through it.
-To finish this hair, it's going to need some texture. Some options (choose one): beachy waves spray (gives it a bit of a crunchy feel), texturizing paste (for that piecey look), dry shampoo (blast in roots for more volume and then use what is left on your hands to go through your hair, like pictured above), or texturizing powder.
-I tapped the powder in my palm, rubbed my palms together and then dispensed the product through my roots and hair, as pictured above. Finish with hair spray and you're set!
-Tips: To extend the hair style, I sleep on a satin pillowcase--something I've mentioned many times before on the blog. I also use dry shampoo to help with decreased volume.
-Remember this hairstyle is about giving you volume. You're not going for super curly hair here, so my friends with fine hair, please try this!
Want to see this tutorial in action? I made a video just for you (complete with awkward dancing, because that's just who I am) showing how I did this! Check it out below (and subscribe to my channel, if you'd like):
I love it! I'll try this at home.
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I love it! I'll try this at home.
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Well you and Blake are gorgeous!! I have much shorter hair but I think I could do something similar with smaller rollers. By the way, I picked up the Sonya Kushak blush in Melon and love it!! Thanks!! I thin I can use that shade all year! Blessings! Susan
ReplyDeleteExcellent tutorial - think I'll try this tonight. Love how you've added pic instructions as well as a video - wish more bloggers would do this. And that Got2B powder is awesome too!
ReplyDeleteMadame Raptor x
Totally agree - she is a great inspiration for hair tutorials!! Great post!!
ReplyDeleteI need to get my rollers out from hiding, and give this a try. Blake Lively is so gorgeous!
ReplyDeletexo, Whitney and Blaire
Peaches In A Pod
Looks great! I have always had problems with velcro rollers. I think since my hair is so fine they won't hold.
ReplyDeleteSounds like I need to get me some velcro rollers! Although my hair hates to hold a curl so I don't know if they'd work for me or not!
ReplyDelete<3, Pamela
sequinsandseabreezes.blogspot.com
I loved this! I've never used velcro rollers before and I thoroughly enjoyed your awkward hair dryer dance! ;)
ReplyDeleteso pretty! I haven't tried velcro rollers in so long, I need to break those bad boys out again, and give it a go. Thanks for the great how-to!
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Only you can make curlers look so good :)
ReplyDeleteLOVE IT! And such a sexy hairstyle, thank you so much for sharing I always wondered how to accomplish her waves!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous. I wish I had long enough hair to do this!
ReplyDeleteUm yes! Love this and Blake's hair! Got to try me some rollers!
ReplyDelete<3 Shannon
Upbeatsoles.blogspot.com
You look lovely Elle! I love the effortless chic look!
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little luxury list formerly Chic 'n Cheap Living
You look awesome - your hair is just as gorgeous as Blake's, girl! And I love the walkthroughs that you give; they're so helpful and easy to follow along.
ReplyDeleteOh yeah- that Blake: always so gorgeous and still so natural. But hey- now she has some serious competition! Love your hair like that Elle! XOXO, Sissi www.beauty4free2u.com
ReplyDeletegorgeous! blake has the best hair! xo jillian - cornflake dreams
ReplyDeleteFor some reason Velcro rollers just don't seem to work with my hair, and I don't know why. Love your finished product, so pretty!
ReplyDeleteI love this! Blake seriously has the best hair!
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<3, Christina
I never used roller's before, well, my hair was never long enough for it but I want to get some now!
ReplyDeleteReflection of Sanity
Ooh this turned out gorgeous! I'm going to have to remember your hair tutorials for when my hair (hopefully) gets nice and long.
ReplyDeleteI loved the soft curls u achieved using the rollers.. :)
ReplyDeleteI wish those worked on my hair, mine is bone straight it barely holds a curl for 30 minutes. But you my dear, look amazing!
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Michaela
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Oh I would love to have that dryer cap, thanks for sharing:)
ReplyDeleteWhy didn't I know things like dryer caps existed!?
ReplyDeletexo, Yi-chia
Always Maylee
Very pretty! I have never seen a dryer cap like that before!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful look! I definitely need to get one of those dryer caps.
ReplyDeleteLove it! I always like to rock wavy hair because it helps hide my big nose!! lol I need to invest in the hair rollers to save time from manually curling it with the curling iron.
ReplyDeleteI haven't busted out velcro rollers in awhile but do love the look they give you.
ReplyDeleteYour hair looks so pretty! I have got to try more things with mine. My go to look is down and straight. boring!
ReplyDeletewoow your hair loooks great elle.. I am going to try this :D
ReplyDeletethat looks great!! Ahhh blake lively is so perfect. Always.
ReplyDeleteI love using rollers to add volume to my hair :D xx
ReplyDeleteGemma // Miss Makeup Magpie
I like using them but hate to dry them. Maybe I need a cap!
ReplyDeleteReally beautiful, Elle! My favourite kind of curl... x
ReplyDeletewow, this style looks amazing on you! i have tried experimenting with velcro rollers before but seriously, i just don't know what i am doing wrong - i can never get the hair to stick. i'm so confused!
ReplyDeleteI really like the style!
ReplyDeleteOh, to have long locks! Such a pretty, natural result!
ReplyDeleteYour hair looks great. I bet this would work with the magnetic curler. If I could just figure out to keep those in my hair.
ReplyDeleteI love the way your hair turned out!!
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Angela
Your hair looks just like hers!! I am definitely going to try this!!
ReplyDeleteMaggie
www.PolishedClosets.com
Wow Elle! You totally nailed the look!
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Your hair looks amazing!!!! I seriously have never gotten that hang of velcro rollers they never stay in my hair!
ReplyDeleteI love her hair, and this tutorial is awesome!
ReplyDeleteThis looks amazing... and DOABLE! I need to get me one of those dryer caps!
ReplyDeleteYou are so adorable! Mostly I just wanted to see a Blake 'do on your gorgeous tresses but I find myself suddenly in need of Velcro rollers and wanting to try this myself. Awesome tutorial, Elle!
ReplyDeleteWow ,looks fantastic ,love your Hair Style! Great Work!
ReplyDeleteHave a lovely Day xoxo
Awesome hair how-to! And aren't you the cutest? Blake has great hair- I would love to recreate this look!
ReplyDelete-Ashley
Le Stylo Rouge
Blake Lively is my biggest hair idol! So jealous of her perfect locks! Your do looks pretty amazing too though, you look gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteI love this hair tutorial, though I'm a bit too short as of right now. Beautiful nails! (:
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Looks so pretty! This kind of makes me wish I had long hair.
ReplyDeleteYour hair looks beautiful! Great tutorial girl!
ReplyDeleteI love this look but no matter what I do whenever I use velcro rollers my hair just falls flat again within an hour :( xx
ReplyDeleteLove it!
ReplyDeleteLove this!!! Thank you so much for the post, I am going to try it soon! Who wouldn't want blake's hair!!
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Whitney & Blaire
Peaches In A Pod
Now before you put the rollers in, did you dry with a hairdryer?
ReplyDeleteoh so simple! It'll look perfectly if I had more hair)) thanks for this post dear!
ReplyDeleteLyosha
Inside and Outside Blog
my friend swears by her velcro rollers. i have shorter hair so wonder if it'd work for me
ReplyDeleteWe love her hair too and such a fun tutorial, you definitely rocked it Elle!! Might have to give velcro rollers a try now.
ReplyDeletexx 365hangers
Lovely, Elle! I am looking forward to watching this video on Sunday morning as I enjoy my java. :) T. http://tickledpinkwoman.blogspot.com
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ReplyDeleteelle, I just got the Sonya Kushak blush in melon and love it!! It is the perfect shade for my skin tone. Thank you for the suggestion!! That is why I follow you! Great advice, perfect skin, and super shopper(: Susan
Oh to be like Blake, she is sooooo gorgeous! Love this tutorial, you look beautiful!
ReplyDeleteBrooke
www.pumpsandpushups.com
Oh, you've inspired me to dig out my old trusty velcro rollers!! I haven't used them in ages! PS - did you make a run to Walmart in your curlers? :D
ReplyDeleteGreat tutorial! Lovely hair, Elle! T. http://tickledpinkwoman.blogspot.com
ReplyDeleteThis is gorgeous! Great tutorial, and I love that it's user-friendly (especially for me, who doesn't know a thing about styling hair). I think I'm going to have to pick myself up some velcro rollers ASAP!
ReplyDeleteKisses from Buenos Aires xx
http://amateandarottweiler.blogspot.com.ar/
Great tutorial here! I need to pick up some of those rollers!
ReplyDeleteJayme @ Her Late Night Cravings
What?! There is such a thing as a dryer cap?! I've never heard of this before, but that's brilliant!
ReplyDeletelove your nails here! my high school friend used to use a cap!
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