Rihanna Has the Secret to Head-Turning Holiday Hair

When it comes to holiday hair, one lesson spans time and place: more is more. For an example of the benefits of an extra approach, look to Rihanna, who last night carried off curls, braids, and diamante barrettes to head-turning effect. The multi-hyphenate was seen in London with her onyx mane plaited closely to the crown. But rather than allowing her diminutive cornrows to cascade in braids, Rihanna opted to loosen lengths for a free-flow of ringlets worthy of a 19th-century soirée.

And the (literal) clincher? A duet of shimmering barrettes secured just behind each ear, offering a bridge between taut braid and romantic curl. Regular Riri detailing—radiant skin, a dusting of bronze eyeshadow, an assemblage of earrings—made the maneuver a natural one, and one destined for holiday party re-creation. For a simplified start, start with the bedecked barrettes; an urge to double-down on seasonal beauty will likely follow.

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