Retro Waves & Understated Updos Rock The Red Carpet at the 2014 Met Gala

Drama, drama, drama… the 2014 Met Gala, themed “Charles James: Beyond Fashion,” was a blast from the past with stars stepping out in extravagant 20th-century-inspired ensembles and billowing ballgowns.

While they may have dressed dramatically, Pureology Artistic Ambassador Ruth Roche, found the hair trend of the evening to be understated and elegant, balancing out even the most over-the-top looks.

“Hair is a very important part of the look from head to toe. With such extravant gowns this year, I was excited to see simple, minimal hairstyles, which offset the drama of the dresses nicely,” says Ruth. “Retro waves, smooth and sleek updos and natural waves were the three major trends I noticed on the red carpet last night.”

Spotted with some of the most standout styles? The beautiful Anne Hathaway, Taylor Swift and Blake Lively, just to name a few. Here are Ruth’s favorite styles of the evening and steps to recreate each look at home.

SMOOTH & SLEEK   

Anne Hathaway: Boy-Chic… Get the Look:

1. 1. Apply Pureology Nourishing Nectar Sculpting Gel to damp hair.
2. 2. Create deep side part and blowdry fringe area forward and to one side, directing the sides back.
3. 3. Smooth hair into place with a boar bristle brish and spray with Pureology Supreme Control High Hold Hairspray.
4. 4. Finish off with a light shine spray, such as Pureology Radiance Amplifier Anti Frizz Shine Spray.

Victoria Beckham: Deep Side Part… Get the Look:

1. 1. Apply Pureology Nourishing Nectar Sculpting Gel to damp hair.
2. 2. Create deep side part and blowdry entire length of hair with a round brush.
3. 3. Brush hair all over to one side and spray with Pureology Supreme Control High Hold Hairspray.
4. 4. Finish off with a light shine spray, such as Pureology Radiance Amplifier Anti Frizz Shine Spray.

50s RETRO

Taylor Swift: Wave-Set Bob… Get the Look:

1. 1. Prepare hair first by blowdrying with Pureology Root Lift Spray Hair Mousse.
2. 2. Set hair on hot rollers off to the side and away from the face, spraying each section with Pureology Strengthening Control Zero Dulling Hairspray as you go.
3. 3. Apply a small amount of Pureology Cuticle Polisher Shine Serum to your hands and run through the hair.
4. 4. Brush through and spray with Pureology Supreme Control High Hold Hairspray.

Karen Elson: Chignon with Fringe… Get the look:

1. 1. Apply Pureology Lustrous Volumizer Bodifying Glaze to damp hair and blowdry with round brush.
2. 2. Set fringe area on a large iron going toward the face.
3. 3. Sleek all hair back into a ponytail.
4. 4. Set ponytail with a large iron, and then lace and smooth into a bun, securing with hairpins.
5. 5. Set the look with Pureology Supreme Control High Hold Hairspray and Pureology Radiance Amplifier Anti Frizz Shine Spray for extra shine.

DOWN & WAVY   

Blake Lively: Luscious Waves… Get the Look:

1. 1. Apply Pureology Root Lift Spray to damp hair and blowdry with volume at the roots.
2. 2. Set hair with a side part, back off the face in a brick-layered pattern.
3. 3. Brush through with Mason Pearson brush and a small amount of Pureology Cuticle Polisher Shine Serum.
4. 4. Lace the entire head, starting at the nape and using the brush to create a cushion and lock the sections together.
5. 5. Smooth over surface and push waves into place.
6. 6. Finish with Pureology Supreme Control High Hold Hairspray.

Alexa Chung: Down with Natural Waves… Get the look!

1. 1. Spray Pureology Highlight Stylist Sea-Kissed Texturizer Salt-Free Tousle Mist into damp hair.
   2. Scrunch dry with your hands and a blowdryer to create movement and texture.
   3. Pick up random pieces and wrap around a large barrel iron, creating natural-looking, yet finished waves.
   4. Tossle with fingers and finish with Pureology Strengthening Control Zero Dulling Hairspray.