If big, thick curls are your jam, try this awesome swept-back style, sported here by Hayden Panettiere. "An easy bun is a great way to quickly dress up and transform day-old waves with texture into a dazzling evening look," says Dickey. "Simply find a side that you prefer: right, left or center. Remember, finding a part gives direction and control to your look."

"Next, with small bobby pins that match your hair color, gently pull back sections of hair and pin behind the ear . After you have secured both sides loosely, wind the rest of the hair toward the nape of the neck. Secure that with large bobby pins, until all sections are up into a cluster." Ta-da: a sexy, sophisticated style that will make your straight-haired friends totally jealous of your natural waves.

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