Top Notch Top Knot

The top knot’s popularity reached fever pitch this year as a feminine and fashionable alternative to the standard ponytail, and now it’s the go-to look for celebrities, prom-goers and fashionistas alike. This look is from the Valentino Fashion show and was created by Orlando Pita.  To create the look, he started by prepping the hair with a texture spray, then blow-drying until the product was dry. Next, he teased the entire head, section by section, with a fine-tooth comb. He pulled the hair back into a high ponytail, securing with an elastic band, and then teased the ponytail to add volume and texture. He then wound large sections of the ponytail around the elastic to form the bun shape and used bobby pins to secure the hair in place. He finished the look with an elastic headband in a pop color for a fun accent.