Get some glam tresses

Asgar Saboo, hairstylist to the stars, gives us some tips on how to give your hair a festive touch

This festive season, it’s essential to make a statement by looking your best from head to toe. While your outfit and makeup needs to be on point, doing your hair up can bring a huge transformation to your look. One of India’s most renowned hair stylists, Asgar Saboo, shows us how it’s done with a few traditional hairstyles to rock this Deepavali.

Classic buns are perfect for a traditional festive event. Representing true Indian culture, this look can be elegantly accessorised and when finished, looks neat, pretty and polished.

Get the look: Brush your hair back and secure at the nape of the neck with a hair band. Begin to wrap your hair around the ponytail, twisting it as you go to ensure the layers remain hidden. Then secure the bun with bobby pins that are the same colour as your hair for a clean finish. Finally, wrap a flower garland around the bun to add some beautiful detail, choosing a contrasting colour to make a bold statement.

Side swept waves This look is simple to achieve yet undeniably glamorous. Best suited to hair that is beyond shoulder length, this timeless look promises to add class and glamour to any traditional attire.

Get the look: Using a curling wand on straightened hair, separate individual two-inch sections of hair and hold around the curling iron for 10-15 seconds. Once all your hair is curled, gently shake out your hair to loosen but do not run your fingers through the curls as this will deconstruct them. Finally, sweep all your hair over your shoulder and spray to hold. Finish with a shine spray for extra sheen.