Here's a Chic Half-Up Style That's Not a Sporty Mini-Pony

Much chicer: the ethereal misplaced "crown" look from Balenciaga's spring/summer show. Guido, Redken creative consultant, told us how to crib his runway creation.

1. Straight, wavy, curly -- all hair types can pull off this style. To start, lightly coat damp strands with a leave-in spray or cream (we love Rene Furterer Fioravanti Shine Enhancing No Rise Detangling Spray, $26), for softness and a little polish. Blow-dry roughly, combing with fingers.

2. Form a messy centerish part and mist your whole head with dry shampoo (like Drybar Detox Dry Shampoo, $20) to add texture. Grab 3-inch front sections on both sides, then pull back to just below the crown of your head. Overlap pieces and secure with bobby pins.

3. Now for the crown, er, headband. (Balenciaga used a couture headpiece, but you can find similar styles for just a few bucks.) Set pinned portion with finishing spray (try Wella Professionals Stay Firm Finishing Spray, $15), then place a skinny open-bottomed band horizontally at back of head, ends resting on ears. PS: Leave wisps of hair in the front alone. This 'do shouldn't be too "done."

--April Franzino, Beauty Editor

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