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12 Straight-from-the-Runway Hairstyles to Try in 2017

12 Straight-from-the-Runway Hairstyles to Try in 2017

There comes a time in every It girl’s life where her tresses start to lose their luster and the meh factor takes over. Your haircare routine is #onfleek (duh), but your ‘do could use a little more oomph. As much as we love ’em, long layers, lobs and topknots get boring after a while. Luckily, we have the solution — 12 of them, to be exact. While our signature move is to look to celeb hairstylists when our locks need some love, we’ve decided to switch gears and gather inspo from a serious style source — the runway. Best believe that our findings — some of Spring/Summer 2017’s biggest trends — are straight-up stunning.


NEW YORK, NY - SEPTEMBER 10: A model walks the runway at the Tibi Ready to Wear Spring Summer 2017 fashion show during New York Fashion Week September 2016 on September 10, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Victor VIRGILE/Gamma-Rapho via Getty Images)

1. Accessorize: Tibi knows that when you’ve got a good thing going, it’s best not to mess with it. With that in mind, look to elevated and unexpected accessories to take a tried-and-true hairstyle to the next level. If a belt isn’t your thing, opt for a sleek, oversized barrette or a bright scarf. (Photo via Gamma-Rapho/Getty)

NEW YORK, NY - SEPTEMBER 08: A model walks the runway at the Adam Selman fashion show during New York Fashion Week September 2016 at Pier 59 Studios on September 8, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Victor VIRGILE/Gamma-Rapho via Getty Images)

2. Best Messy: Let your inner lazy girl run wild a la Adam Selman with a messy AF ‘do that comes together in two seconds flat. We love the idea of dressing it up with a sleek suit and menswear-inspired kicks for the office or a slinky slip dress and statement faux fur coat for a wild night out on the town. (Photo via Gamma-Rapho/Getty)

PARIS, FRANCE - SEPTEMBER 30: A model walks the runway during the Christian Dior show as part of the Paris Fashion Week Womenswear Spring/Summer 2017 on September 30, 2016 in Paris, France. (Photo by Thierry Orban/Getty Images)

3. Badass Buns: Ballerina buns have never really captured your attention — until now. Done in the style of Christian Dior with cornrow-esque braids in the back, the dancer-like ‘do is guaranteed to score you a few extra style points with your crew. DO pair with edgy accessories like a leather jacket and aviators to send those tough-girl vibes into overdrive. (Photo via Thierry Orban/Getty)

NEW YORK, NY - SEPTEMBER 11: A Beauty detail at the Victoria Beckham show at The Cunard Building on September 11, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Estrop/Getty Images)

4. Severely Parted: If it’s good enough for Victoria Beckham, it’s good enough for us. This no-fuss look fares well with a variety of hair types and straight-up slays whether you rock it with big volume or slicked back and straight. (Photo via Estrop/Getty)

Wrapped Up

NEW YORK, NY - SEPTEMBER 13: A model poses for the Alice + Olivia by Stacey Bendet Spring/Summer 2017 Presentation during New York Fashion Week September 2016 at The Gallery, Skylight at Clarkson Sq on September 13, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images for TRESemme) Alice + Olivia’s Spring/Summer ’17 presentation was serious hair #goals. While fishtail braids had our hearts a flutter, it was this elegantly undone style that us swooning hard. Choose a colorful, printed bandana for maximum impact and pull pieces out to achieve a romantic, free-wheelin’ vibe. We’re bookmarking this one for Saturday morning chillin’ and escapes to balmy locales. (Photo via Astrid Stawiarz/Getty)
NEW YORK, NY - SEPTEMBER 14: A Hairstyle detail at the Marchesa show at The Dock, Skylight at Moynihan Station on September 14, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Estrop/Getty Images)

6. Slicked Back and Shimmery: Clearly, clothing isn’t the only thing Marchesa knows about. Instead of your go-to updo for an upcoming gala or winter wedding, consider adding this seriously sleek style to your lineup. The streamlined aesthetic is undeniably modern, but the addition of an embellished comb or headpiece will usher the look into fancifully fabulous territory. (Photo via Estrop/Getty)

NEW YORK, NY - SEPTEMBER 11: Stylists work on models at hair and makeup backstage at Custo Barcelona fashion show during September 2016 New York Fashion Week at Pier 59 Studios on September 11, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Rob Kim/Getty Images)

7. Anything-but-Boring Barrettes: Custo Barcelona proved that barrettes are where it’s at with this futuristic ‘do that toed the line between classic and cutting edge. Keep things sleek with streamlined accessories and slick, straight locks. Worried that the look will come off as severe? Stick with your hair’s natural texture to soften the aesthetic. (Photo via Rob Kim/Getty)

NEW YORK, NY - SEPTEMBER 08: Hair and beauty detail as model prepares backstage for the Supima Design Competition Ninth Annual Runway Show during New York Fashion Week September 2016 at The Gallery, Skylight at Clarkson Sq on September 8, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Desiree Navarro/WireImage)

8. Twisted: You don’t have to venture entirely outside your comfort zone to test drive a new look. Take style cues from Supima and twist one section of hair around a low ponytail to create a runway-ready look that is more than worthy of your #OOTD. (Photo via Desiree Navarro/WireImage)

Dressed-Up

NEW YORK, NY - SEPTEMBER 08: A model sits backstage for hair design at the Charles Youssef presentation show during New York Fashion Week September 2016 at Highline Studios on September 8, 2016 in New York City (Photo by Arun Nevader/Getty Images)‘Do:Jazz up a half-up style like stylist Orland Pita did at Charles Youssef by curling the bottom section of hair, then dividing the top layer into three sections, which he then twisted into three petite chignons. Stunning. (Photo via Arun Nevader/Getty)
NEW YORK, NY - SEPTEMBER 08: A model prepares backstage at the Creatures of Comfort fashion show during New York Fashion Week September 2016 at Industria Studios on September 8, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Ilya S. Savenok/Getty Images)

10. Folded Up and Ready to Go: This Creatures of Comfort look is crazy easy to recreate. Pull hair back into a low ponytail, loosely braid and secure. Fold the braid up, then wrap the ends around the base. It’s really that simple. (Photo via Ilya S. Savenok/Getty)

NEW YORK, NY - SEPTEMBER 14: A model walks the runway at the Marchesa fashion show during New York Fashion Week: The Shows at The Dock, Skylight at Moynihan Station on September 14, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for New York Fashion Week: The Shows)

11. Au Naturel: Natural texture served as a counterpoint to the sleek, futuristic styles sent down the catwalk at Marchesa. Consider this your cue to put that straightener on the back burner. For an extra ethereal look, adorn your tresses with a shimmery clip or hairpins. (Photo via Frazer Harrison/Getty)

NEW YORK, NY - SEPTEMBER 11: A model walks the runway at the Kerastase Paris at Altuzarra S/S 2016 Show during New York Fashion Week at Spring Studios on September 11, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by JP Yim/Getty Images for Kerastase)

12. Beach Babe 2.0: No time to dry your hair? No problemo. Altuzarra proved at his Spring/Summer ’17 show that wet ‘n’ wild locks are just as wow-worthy as voluminous curls. The key to pulling it off? Lots of texture and a good hair shine spray. (Photo via JP Yim/Getty)

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