The trendsetter, French Queen Marie Antoinette in 1775, flaunted a hairstyle a la Pouf for her husband’s coronation. Since then, this hairstyle has sparked an undying craze in the 21st century, so much so that puff hairstyles are always trending!
Let’s learn a bit more about this fashionable hairdo, shall we! Well-known as the puff or the toque, this high coiffure became a symbol of extreme extravagance during the 18th century. So, who created such a heavenly masterpiece? That credit goes to Leonard Autie, the royal hairstylist, a particular favorite of the queen, at the time. The pouf-fascination came back tenfold during the Victorian era as well. Nowadays, the pouf is used to add height to hairstyles or a more outlandish feel during fashion shows or red carpet events.
It should come as no surprise that the high coiffure was a trend. Its height gives the illusion of a longer and leaner face. It is a versatile hairstyle that can be paired very well with literally any other hairdo, be it a braid, updo, ponytail, or loose locks. It can also be custom-styled to suit any attire, whether your regular look, a newly pressed pant-suit, or a heavenly gown. And it steers up your confidence, so you start strutting everywhere you go! No matter the style, event, season, or day, the toque is sure to amp your look with elegance and royalty. Here’s a secret – it is also a great way to style overgrown bangs! Not to mention that the puff can be used to enhance your facial features and face shape, so you look and feel thoroughly beautiful! No wonder so many celebrities, men and women, are sporting this hairstyle! Keep reading to check the trending pouf hairstyles you can try for yourself! Scroll down, or swipe up, now to know more.
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How To Make Puff Hairstyle Step By Step
It is simple and easy, and you will need all of five minutes to get this right. Take a look:
1. Comb your hair, and make sure it is detangled.
2. Take a small section of the hair at the front, and pull it back.
The width that you choose depends on the shape of your face. If you have an oval face, you can take a larger section, and you will have a broader pouf. If you have a round face, make sure you pull a smaller section of your hair. You could also section your pouf using the width of your eyebrows.
3. Roll the section, as shown in the image.
Around 2-3 times is ideal, but rolling it more than 3 times could make it tighter than necessary. The rolling helps keep the pouf intact, and also gives a better shape.
4. Using the roll as a grip, push the hair in the front such that it puffs up.
The height of the pouf is up to you. The higher you want the pouf, the more you push. Just make sure your hair doesn’t get messy in the process.
5. Use a tiny clutch or bobby pin to keep the pouf intact.
If you are combining the puff with another hairstyle, you can use some spray, otherwise it isn’t advisable.
Now that you know how to make puff hairstyle at home, what are you waiting for? Go ahead and get crazy with the different hairstyles you can try. You could try this one. It looks complicated, but in fact it is not hard at all. Take a look:
