Party Hair How-To: The Polished Blow-Dry

How to get 'The Polished Blow-Dry' as seen on the Elie Saab A/W 16 Runway. Photo: Getty Images

As seen at: Elie Saab.

Best for: A cocktail party.

"Bouncy styles are still on-trend; this look is definitely having a moment," explains Harry Josh, celebrity hairstylist and John Frieda ambassador, who says that this style suits anyone – regardless of your hair length or face shape.

Keep strands sleek from the roots to the mid-lengths and create a relaxed wave at the ends.

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How-to:

1. Work a volumising cream or mousse through mid-lengths to ends on dry hair.
2. Blow-dry strands straight with a round brush to seal the cuticle and boost shine.
3. Create a centre part and mist with hairspray.
4. Use a curling wand vertically to create a soft wave at the ends.
5. Brush out the curl for a more subtle bend before setting your style with hairspray.

Pro tip: "Accessories add to your look: stick to one for subtle glamour" – Harry Josh, celebrity hairstylist

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The tools you need to help you achieve the perfect blow-dry.

The kit:
1. SEBASTIAN Professional Shaper Fierce Ultra Firm- Finishing Hairspray, $32.
2. L’ORÉAL Professionnel Dual Stylers By Tecni.Art Liss & Pump-Up, $33.
3. GHD Size 2 Natural Bristle Radial Brush, $29.