By: Denise Zingale Travis / D’MAZ Lifestyle Salon (216) 292-HAIR (4247)

This Knotted Updo is simple to execute and is perfect for day or night. Wear it as a sleek pony, or pin it up for a casual updo.

Step-by-step tutorial is below. (Click on a picture for larger view)

Steps:

1. Divide hair at the crown of the head into two even sections, then tie into a simple knot.

2. Add hair to each side of the knot (as you would doing a french braid) then tie into another knot below the first.

3. Repeat previous step for a third section, pulling hair from each side.

4. Use the remaining amount of hair for the fourth and final knot.

5. Fasten the bottom with an elastic band. You can either leave the style as a low ponytail or (6) tuck the hair up and underneath the knots with bobby pins to create an updo.

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Hairstyle inspiration for any Holiday occasion
Short and Tousled
Use a curling wand to frame loose waves around your face.

A Side Braid
Pull back one side with a horizontal French braid to show a smoky eye.

A Teased Ponytail
Make your pony a conversation starter ~ curl, tease, pin up & spray.

A Braided Top Knot
For a more traditional up-do, have a professional hairstylist do this or take two hair pieces and braid them then pin braids around a loose bun.

Double Headband
For a little something easier you can do at home ~the teased bun and the double headband.

A Jeweled Headband
Even more pressed for time? Middle-part + low bun + jeweled headband = ready!

A  Tight Crown Braid
A Scandinavian-inspired crown.

A Sleek Chignon
~ sophisticated low bun.

An Added Barrette
For a more mature look, use a vintage-inspired clip in a low twist.

A Messy Twist For curly ladies! Twist sections of hair in a somewhat haphazard way and secure with bobby pins. The result is surprisingly chic.

HAPPY HOLIDAYS! Denise Zingale Travis / D’MAZ Lifestyle Salon