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“The French twist, or French roll, is a classic upstyle where all of the hair is twisted vertically into a funnel shape from the nape of the neck to the crown,” explains Toronto-based hairstylist Kristjan Hayden, whose client list includes and Sandra Oh.

It’s a no-brainer for . Not only is it easy to do, but it makes every outfit feel more done. If you’re getting dressed to the nines, the shape adds length to your neck and height to your silhouette. “That’s one of the reasons why the French twist is so popular for special events where someone might be in a gown and wearing heels,” Hayden says. Case in point: Kendall Jenner’s glam roll at the Vanity Fair party earlier this year.

But even if you’re not at a black-tie gala, the roll elevates your look, as recently demonstrated, dressed in a red-and-black checkered set, at a Kansas City Chiefs football game. And good news: it works across all hair types, says Hayden. “Any hair texture can be styled into a French twist and really, the more texture the hair has, the easier it is to put up.”

How to Do a French Twist

Follow these easy steps to get a FYP-worthy ’do

1. Prep for perfection

If you’re going for a sleek version of the style, as seen on Scarlett Johansson in Cannes, start by blow-drying your hair straight and spritzing on a texture spray for a bit of grip (otherwise your twist might slide right out). Another option for straight strands is to start with a roller set or curling iron if you’re looking for a volume boost, suggests Hayden. If you want to rock your wavy or curly texture à la at her Australian premiere for Challengers, run a smoothing serum or oil through followed by a bit of gel to provide frizz control and extra hold.

2. Twist it 

You’ve got options when it comes to actually making the twist, but using a U-shaped hair pin is the simplest approach, which likely explains why it’s the one we’ve seen most on our social feeds. Start by gathering your hair near the nape of your neck as if you were pulling your hair into a low ponytail, then with one hand, twist your hair on itself, wrapping it upwards to create a roll shape close to the head. Once you reach the ends of your hair (which you can tuck into the roll or leave out), secure the style with your U pin by inserting it horizontally across the top of your twist, then flipping the pin back, flat to the head, and pushing it in the rest of the way.

If you don’t have a U-shaped French twist pin on hand, you can sub in bobby pins instead. The starting steps are the same, but as you twist, use your free hand to slide in bobby pins to secure your roll to the back of your head, working your way up. A tip from Hayden: “To hide pins, make sure you don’t open them in an attempt to capture more hair. Leave them closed and the pin will catch enough hair to secure, but still be able to slip beneath the surface of the hair.” If your long hair has layers, you may need extra pins at the ready to keep those shorter pieces in place.

3. Set it and forget it

Your handiwork might need a little extra support to last through the night. Once you’re happy with your look, use hairspray (especially at the back of your head) to keep every strand in place for the long haul. If you want to smooth out flyaways or baby hairs, a styling stick or toothbrush coated in hairspray works wonders around the hairline or near the nape of the neck.

4. Switch it up

“There are so many modifications that can be made to the French twist to keep creating fresh takes,” says Hayden. Change up your part — try a dramatic side or a trendy centre part — or leave a few pieces out in the front to frame your face. If you want to get fancy with it, add a glitzy barrette or decorative bobby pins for an extra-festive feel.

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