1960's inspired half beehive

I'm always one for trying out new styles and updos when it comes to my hair, and as i have a very keen interest in 1960's style, the half beehive is just perfect for me. 

It's extremely easy to do, and should only take 10 minutes to create. 

For this style I used:

Dry shampoo (asda's own brand)

Hair spray

Hair grips

Back combing brush

Bow clip for decoration

The first thin I did was spray some dry shampoo through all of my hair to create for texture and give some extra body. I then separate my hair into a top and bottom divide. I scoop up the top section in line with my eyebrows, and tie the remaining bottom half out of the way for now. Next comes the back combing! I take small inch sections at a time from the top area and back comb to create the volume required for the beehive. Once the entire top section of hair has been volumised, I then pull it all together and smooth over so there are no lumps and no birds nest look going on! Gathering it all at the back(as if you are doing a ponytail) I then give it one twist to give it extra security, and then push it up ever so slightly to add super volume. Then you need to pin it in place. 

I'll then let the bottom section of hair loose again, and give it a rough back comb for extra body. For optional decoration, I've secured a bow over the pins. To hold it all in place, spray over some hair spray. And you're done! As easy as that. 

I've popped a few pics below so you can see what mine looks like. I absolutely love it!

DIY- how I ombre my hair

I've had my hair dyed ombre for over a year now. Over the past couple of months I have been deciding whether to let it grow out or to dye it again. So I guess you can see from the title which way I decided to go...

I purchased the l'oreal Paris Wild Ombré Préférence hair dye in No.1 for light brown to dark brown hair. In the past I have gone for the next shade up, but this little beauty was on offer. And it makes sence as my hair is dark brown! 

In the box you get all the essentials you need to dye your hair:

1. Gloves

2. Expert application brush

3. Lightening powder

4. Lightening creme

5. Developer creme

6. Conditioning shampoo

7. INSTRUCTIONS!

I would also recommend getting an old tshirt and towel that you don't mind getting dye/bleach on!

I see ombre as primarily a summer hairstyle. But I now have it all year round. It gives so much more texture and dimension to my hair. It looks 'done' without really doing anything at all. 

How to ombre: follow the instructions provided. Part the hair into 2 sections. Spread the dye into the brush and brush through the hair. I tend to start at the middle of my ear as a rough guide and then work my way down. I'll then take whatever is left over on the brush and spread it lightly through my hair slightly above my ear, so the transition is smooth and natural looking. Then you'll need to wait about half an hour to 45 minutes for it to develop. Keep looking at the colour as you may find you need to remove it sooner. Wash out with warm water and then condition with the provided shampoo. 

I'll then towel dry most of the moisture out of my hair before blow drying and styling. 

Ombre is an easy way to change up your hair, without having to spend a fortune at the hairdressers! Below are my before and after snaps!

Thanks for reading x