Author: Rebecca Lowe

Hit fifty and suddenly my reliable old ponytail started feeling a little too harsh on my face. I was about to give up on my favorite quick hairstyle until I started playing around with soft, face-framing layers. Adding those gentle strands completely changed the game for my features and brought back that effortless glow. Now I am convinced that a well-placed strand of hair is basically nature’s instant facelift. If you want a look that feels fresh and youthful without taking hours in front of the mirror, this round-up is for you. I put together my top picks that blend…

After turning forty, I realized my hair had completely shifted into a mood of its own. Some days my locks want full movie star glamour, while other days they just demand to be swept out of my face entirely. I used to think updos were reserved for fancy galas or rigid high school promos, but now I know better. My go-to look takes under five minutes and somehow makes me look like I actually have my life together. If you are tired of the default messy bun, you are going to love this collection. I gathered my absolute favorite styles…

I have spent far too many mornings in front of my mirror trying to conquer the art of the effortless hair flip. My hair usually has a mind of its own, which makes finding quick and pretty up-dos an absolute lifesaver. Low buns have officially saved my mornings when I want to look put together without spending an hour styling. Messy buns give off that perfect cool girl energy that makes everyone think you woke up looking this fabulous. I gathered my absolute favorite low and messy bun styles to help you upgrade your daily hair routine. You can rock…

I have spent way too many mornings staring in the mirror, debating if I should just throw my hair into the same boring top knot for the third day in a row. That is exactly why I decided to collect my absolute favorite Dutch and French braided hairstyles to give our daily routines a much-needed upgrade. French braids hold a special place in my heart for their timeless, effortless vibe. On the other hand, I love a dramatic Dutch braid whenever my hair needs some extra volume and pop. If you want something quick for a busy morning, you will…

I have spent way too many mornings staring in the mirror at my unruly curls trying to figure out what to do next. Some days my hair has a mind of its own and completely refuses to cooperate. That is why I am completely obsessed with protective styles lately. They save my sanity, give my ends a much-needed break, and look effortlessly gorgeous. I put together 20 super beginner-friendly protective hairstyles that will change your hair routine forever. Get ready to fall in love with your curls all over again. Bohemian Face-Framing Braids This look takes long, dense curls and…

As a girl with a heavy mane, I know the real struggle of trying to pin my hair up without looking like I have a giant bowling ball on top of my head. My bobby pins used to break under pressure, and my scalp would literally ache by noon from carrying all that weight around. I finally decided I had enough of the hair tie battle and set out to master styles that keep things sleek and lightweight. If you are ready to give your neck a much deserved break, you are going to love these tricks. I collected 22…

Between back-to-back Zoom calls and running around the office, my hair usually gives up on me by 2 PM. I used to start every morning with high hopes, only to end up with a sad, messy topknot before lunch. That is why I spent weeks testing out every look I could find to solve my daily hair drama. If you are tired of your style falling flat before your workday even ends, I have got you covered. I put together 19 of my absolute favorite styles that actually hold up through your longest days and still look incredible. Double Dutch…

I have been rocking a bob for three years now, and I fully admit that the short hair styling rut is real. Some days you want a chic, put-together look, but you only have five minutes and a single bobby pin to pull it off. That is exactly why I put together this list of my absolute favorite go-to styles. You do not need to be a professional stylist or spend hours in front of the mirror to look amazing. If you want an effortless vibe for brunch or a quick trick to fix bedhead, I have you covered. Let…