Beauty

This Sleek Middle Part Hairstyle with Waves Will Take You Anywhere This Season

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Erin Ryser
Shop the Look: Delightful Sentiments Brown Plisse Lace Button-Up Top, Exceptional Decadence Gold Twisted Multi Hoop Earrings

Picture this: You’re about to step out for a special occasion or a night on the town, and you want a hairstyle that exudes sophistication while maintaining a laid-back vibe. The answer? A sleek middle part with curls, the perfect fusion of polished and relaxed.

It’s a look that’s pretty much everywhere of late–red carpets, runways, and the streets, loved by celebrities and influencer babes alike. The best part? Achieving this hairstyle is within your reach. In fact, it’s easy. Scroll on to see how to nail everyone’s favorite effortlessly chic, center-parted hair look.

Sleek Middle Part Hair

Instructions:

  1. Create a middle part and curl away from the face on both sides using a 1.25 inch curling iron.
  2. Finger through the curls
  3. Tease the crown and smooth down.
  4. Smooth the hair behind the ear, leaving a small section out in front of the ear on each side.  Secure with bobby pins.
  5. Finishing the front sections with gel and the curls with shine spray helps to create a shiny, sleek look.

Show us your middle part hair on Instagram and TikTok @lulus — and check out What’s New to shop everything from everyday ‘fits to special occasion styles!

This post was originally published in August 2020 and has been updated with new content.

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