top knot

Still skipping your morning workout because you can't bear going to work with gym hair? We've all been there, but you don't have to rank your hair over your body any longer. All you need is five minutes to sculpt a gorgeous hairstyle post-workout. First thing's first. You're going to want to pick up a good dry shampoo, like Klorane Gentle Dry Shampoo ($8.99). Spritz it along your hairline, let it sit for two minutes, and then brush through. Then, just pick your style and go.

• Top knot: A great option for women with longer hair all year-round. Simply flip your head over, brush with your fingers, and loosely gather it on top of your head. Add a twist, some bobby pins, maybe a swipe of red lipstick, and you're all set.
• Braided headband: Cover your roots with this adorable standby, which works for long and short hair. Grab a half-inch section of hair from behind one ear and start french braiding it across your scalp toward the other ear. Tie it off and secure with a pin.
• The double ponytail: If you suffer from hair sweat on the back of your neck (hey, it happens), this is the style for you. Split your hair into two sections, a top and a bottom, and tie them both into low ponytails. Then, connect the two ponytails with a hair tie for a fun, trendy hair look.
• If you've got a pixie cut . . . You're in luck. Just let the texture work for you. After spraying on your dry shampoo, work it into your hair and let it dry. Your hair will dry into a sexy bedhead style.

And if all else fails, throw on an adorable, on-trend baseball cap.

The top knot trend seems like it's going to be sticking around for a while, and it's not hard to see why. The style is easy enough for everyday wear, keeps your neck cool, and can transition to a casual night out with just the addition of some bold makeup. But like all styles that look like they're not hard to do (hello, beachy waves), the top knot can be a little tricky to master. For a simple step-by-step to get this chic yet undone bun, just keep reading.

You know that effortless top knot you love to wear to the supermarket or the gym? Yesterday, Rachel McAdams proved that you can play up that casual look for any occasion — even the red carpet. "I love a top knot, and I'm so happy this trend is sticking around; they're young, cool, and super-modern," said celebrity stylist Mark Townsend, who created the style. To get this look at home, start by spritzing your roots with Klorane Dry Shampoo ($12.99) for added texture. Pull your hair into a ponytail just in front of the crown and use Redken Wax Blast Spray ($24.95) on the length of the pony. Next, twist hair around the base of the elastic, tucking in ends and securing with bobby pins. Townsend recommends crisscrossing the pins to secure and spraying them with dry shampoo. The starch in the product takes away the shine, making them less noticeable and also giving them a tighter grip. After pulling out a few flyaways and adding a satin ribbon, Rachel was set for an evening out. You'll never underestimate the glamour of a top knot again.

If you're a fan of a five-minute style, then the knotted hair trend will be your favourite right now. Celebrities have been spotted out and about with quick and carefree top knots that are easy to get at home. Whitney Port kept her half-up hairstyle casual by whipping it up into a precarious knot at the crown. Ashlee Simpson's top knot was constructed by twisting hair around and securing it front and centre, and Julianne Hough opted for a simple yet unexpected knot along her fringe line. Sometimes the best styles are left undone.

If the typical ballerina top knot is a little too ordinary for your taste, why not do like Clémence Poésy? The actress arrived at the Chanel Haute Couture show yesterday sporting a bun that was high on texture. Sweeping her strands up high off her neck, Clémence punched up the typical twist by adding an unexpected element to her hair: mini braids that peeked out along her scalp.

To achieve the look, spritz down your fingertips with hair spray and sweep your hair back off your face. Add a few loose braids along your scalp before finger-brushing your hair into a ponytail and securing it with an elastic. Working in half-inch sections, coil your hair around the base of your ponytail and secure with hairpins until all of the hair in the ponytail is pinned up. Finish with another mist of hair spray and a punchy pink lip, like Estée Lauder Pure Color Lipstick in Magnetic Magenta ($45).

The whimsical, messy top knot was popular in Winter, but it's getting a more polished makeover for the Summer months. Sarah Hyland was spotted sporting an over-the-top bun at an event honouring Katy Perry this week and one thing is for sure, she wouldn't have been able to create this look without a little extra padding. To try an oversized top knot at home, use a donut or rolled-up hair extensions to create the shape you desire. Start with a slicked-back high ponytail. Then pin down your stuffing and cover with your hair, tucking in all the ends. You can go smooth or leave a few tendrils hanging like Sarah. This is one Summer hairstyle that rivals the star atop the Christmas tree.

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Not all pins are created equal, especially when it comes to your up 'dos. And while bobby pins are one of the more common hair helpers in the market, they aren't the only ones out there. Old-school hairpins are a definite must have for any woman who is serious about her hairstyles, whether it be a simple top knot or an elaborate up 'do. The secret is that both types of pins are necessary for your achieving your desired style. But how do you know the difference? It's actually quite simple. Just keep reading for more.