In the modern world of hybrid working, appropriate and professional style has taken on a new meaning. Whether you’re in the office all day hangin with coworkers, or are in Zoom meetings with clients and customers across the world, it’s important you feel professional, confident, and polished.
Luckily, looking professional doesn’t mean you have to spend hours in the mirror every morning. With the right hairstyles, you can look put-together without sacrificing your time or comfort. Here’s a list of quick and easy hairstyles that can take you from messy to office or Zoom-ready.
No matter what type of hair you have, the most universal and easiest hairstyle to do is incorporating a slick back into your style. Slicking back your hair can tame flyaways and take your messy hair to professional in only a few steps. You can slick back a low bun, a high bun, a half-up, half-down, or even a ponytail. Whatever hairstyle suits you best can be upgraded by using some gel, wax, or hairspray.
This can be the go-to method for taming hair on days when it feels like nothing else will. For thinner hair, using a lightweight gel might be all you need to tame the craziness. For medium to thick hair, heavier gel and wax will give you the control you need while avoiding making your hair crunchy or having an odd texture. Slicking your hair back will have you looking modern and polished all day long.
The easiest and quickest solution to untamable or unruly hair is a bun. Whether you prefer a low or high bun, both can take some stress out of your morning by being an easy option. Classic for a reason, buns are clean, elegant, and professional. Follow your part down the middle or the side, and brush your hair in an upward motion with a soft-bristle brush to smooth and tame every hair. You can decide if you want a round bun, a messy bun, or a ballerina bun from this step, all achieving the same type of look with different methods of getting there.
This style can be versatile depending on what kind of look you are going for. Add some gel or wax for a slick back look, or take out a few strands around the ears for a softer and more relaxed feel.
The ponytail has come a long way in terms of fashionability and style. From once being a look worn to the gym, it can now be a look for all occasions, including the office or virtual working. Now a professional staple, worn low, medium, or high, can be a go-to hairstyle when you don’t want to think about what to do with your hair. Throwing it up in a nice brushed ponytail can be an easy solution for your day-to-day struggle. Hairstyletalk.com tells you exactly how to get the perfect pony: “The sleek ponytail is a classic and professional hairstyle perfect for video calls. To achieve this look, start by straightening your hair with a flat iron to give it a smooth finish. Gather your hair at the crown of your head and secure it with a hair tie”.
You can even upgrade the style by taking a piece of hair in the ponytail and wrapping it around the elastic and securing it in place with a bobby pin or clear hair tie. By removing the visible elastic, it can further elevate the look, taking it from thoughtless to thoughtful and professional.
If you want the best of both worlds, or want to wear some of your hair down, the half-up, half-down option is your best bet. This look keeps the hair out of your face while also giving you a polished appearance by leaving some hair visible and in front. Hairstyletalk.com says, “This versatile hairstyle is achieved by sectioning off the top part of your hair and securing it with a clip or hair tie. The lower half can be left straight or styled with soft curls. Ideal for medium to long hair, this look is perfect for those who want to keep their hair tidy while still showing off length. It effortlessly transitions from day to night, making it a go-to choice for busy professionals juggling meetings and evening plans”.
Another way to tame unruly hair is by introducing braids to your rotation of professional hairstyles. These look polished on camera and effortless in the office, like you just threw it together without worry. Little do they know, this is one of many ways you look good and make your life easier.
Simple braids like a French braid, a braided ponytail, or a side braid are visually interesting without looking too casual for the office or a work environment. Keeping it smooth and avoiding chunkiness in the look can help maintain its hold throughout the day and make it look good.
You can also add accessories or other updos that are easy and effective to your repertoire of hairstyles. Try claw clips for longer hair, bobby pins to pin it up, twisted buns with large pins, and even headbands to make sure every day feels like a new day when it comes to your hair. No matter what you choose, your confidence from having polished and professional hair will make you want to style it every day.
