As one of the most remarkable people of the past century, Brigitte Bardot simply knew how to steal glances, hearts and attention. The French actress was impossible to forget – her beauty, style and hairstyles, just as much as her acting career will never be forgotten. They all made her as one of the greatest icons in the film industry ever. In this article we are focusing on her hairstyle. Brigitte Bardot is famous for her beautiful, long and blonde hair with bangs. She made the twist and the beehive hairdo popular.
advertisement
Half Up Ponytail
Similar to this year's trend, back in the old Hollywood days, having a half up ponytail was also a popular trend. It was one of the most favorite hairstyles of many women, but thanks to Brigitte Bardot, it looked even more special with a bow as a hair tie. Just pull your upper hair sections at the back, tie them and make a half up ponytail. Tie a bow around it and you are ready to go!
Half Up Bouffant
Teasing, teasing! The ladies back in those days really liked their hairstyles teased and we for sure cannot blame them, because it looks awesome. Most often, the pictures on the Internet we see with Brigitte Bardot is her having the teased, half up bouffant. It's quite similar to the hairstyles previously mentioned. Check out the link for detailed instructions.
advertisement
The 5-Minute Bun
You've gotta love a style you can do at his place without hogging the bathroom. Just pull all your hair up into a pony. Secure with an elastic, then, to give your pins something to hold onto, tease the hair outside of the elastic with a rattail comb. Grab the end of the tail, then gently twist it around the band. Stick in some pins, and apply a hairspray like L'Oréal Paris Elnett Satin Hairspray.
The Beautiful Mess
"When you do your hair Saturday night, this is what it looks like on Sunday," says Langham. "I call it day-after hair. It always looks good." To get that bedheady vibe any day of the week, use a large-barrel curling iron to make big coils all over, then brush through to break them apart. Apply a dry shampoowe like Oscar Blandi Pronto Invisible Volumizing Dry Shampooand scrunch it in. Then tease the roots with your fingers, and let your part fallwherever!
advertisement
Half Up-do
Sultry French star Brigitte Bardot had big bombshell hair with pleeenty of volume. Her tousled, bedhead half updo was one of the ultimate style icons of the 1960s. Go for a slightly tousled look with lots of Bardot inspired volume and texture like this style from Emma Haddock or smooth and voluminous like the style shown above. Pair with a bright pop of color for head turning appeal.
advertisement
The Retro “Bob”
To fake a chin-length cut like our model Camille did, apply a root booster like Bumble and Bumble Thickening Serum to damp hair, then blow-dry, tousling with your fingers. Slip on a stretchy headband, and pull back hair into a low, loose ponytail. Roll the tail under, pin and gently tug to create the shape. "Soften it by pulling a few pieces out," suggests hairstylist Esther Langham. Pair it with pink lips.
advertisement
Pigtails
Brigitte Bardot was often seen having her hair in pigtails. But, what really made this usual, nothing spectular hairstyle into an adorable one is the fact that she always used ribbons for hair ties. She was making bows out of them and that's what made everything look so much adorable. It's really cool when you make something adorable out of something so simple, isn't it?
advertisement
Messy Hair a la Bardot
Brigitte was rarely seen with tight hairstyles, in fact, most of the times her hair was a bit messy, but the chic type of "messy". It is impossible not be at least a little bit of jealous of her beautiful hair,especially when she wears it all down and free. She used to tease it even when worn down, so check out the link how to have your hair messy a la Bardot style.
advertisement
The New Bardot
This timeless ‘do screams date nightand it's easy to create. Spritz a volumizer onto damp roots, then blow-dry hair upside down. When you're done, flip it back up, and wrap random sections around a big curling iron. Be sure to alternate directionsless uniform curls look more modern. Do some gentle teasing at the crown for height, then grab a chunk of hair on each side. Pull the pieces back, and gently push upward before you pin the hair into place. Voila: Sexy-hair mission accomplished.
advertisement
Headband Hair
Just another hairstyle that we remember Brigitte Bardot for. The headband hairstyle got popular in the early 60's, but we can gladly say that even now it's adorable to have this iconic hairstyle. Again, it's all about teasing the hair. If your hair doesn't hold the volume very well, you can use bumpits in your hair color. After teasing the crown, you can curl your hair at the bottom, but leaving it straight will look good as well.
advertisement
Half Up-do
This hairstyle is just a little bit different than the other half ups on the list, but it's always the little details and differences that matter. One of the differences is how the hair is pulled back and the curliness behind. You should really try this one out, because even though is vintage inspired, it has more of the 21 century charm. Plus, it's easy to have it in no time!
advertisement
French Twist
We can thank Bardot for showing how elegant and sexy this hairstyle is. She is really the one who made it that much popular back then, and even now it's impossible not to think of this beautiful actress when it's about the French Twist. It's easy to make it, however, if you are not experienced with doing your own hairstyles, you might find it difficult and the beginning. But, don't give up because the result will be soo worth it!
Beehive Hairdo
The 50's and 60's were all about teasing hair, and Brigitte Bardot was no exception to this hairstyle trend. She made the beehive hairdo popular. It looked so good on her with the long hair and bangs. Just as much as she did, you can also look good with this hairstyle as well. All you have to do is just curl it a bit, tease it at the crown, gather few hair strands to the back at secure them with a clip.
advertisement
Curly Half Up Ponytail
This is one is the same as the previous, but the difference is that here the hair is curly. Choose which one you prefer more and go after that option. The good thing about this one is that it will give your hair more toned curls, and this is good especially if your hair is neither straight or curly. However, no matter what you choose, the main point is don't leave out the bow.
The Updo
And last on the list, and of course not least, is the very famous updo. As expected, Brigitte wears this hairstyle even today. There's something really charming about this hairstyle and it's no wonder why many brides want it for their wedding, and why at the same time it's so great for a casual day. It will take you minutes to make it, and a whole day to admire yourself!
