Okay, so I’ve always been kinda obsessed with that iconic Farrah Fawcett hair from the 70s. You know, the feathered look, all bouncy and full of volume? I finally decided to give it a go myself, and let me tell you, it was a journey!
First off, I watched a bunch of videos online. I mean, who hasn’t seen those Farrah Fawcett pictures? She’s like the definition of 70s glam. I needed to see how those layers were done, and how people were styling it today. They made it look so simple, but my hair’s pretty thick and straight, so I knew it would be a bit of a challenge.
Next, I went to my hairdresser. I showed her a picture, the classic one of Farrah in the red swimsuit. I asked her a million questions, like can my hair even do this? I was a bit nervous, to be honest. But she assured me we could get a similar vibe, even if it wasn’t a perfect replica. She explained my hair texture is different. She started cutting, layering around my face and the back. It took a while, but I trusted her. We kept tweaking until it felt right.
After the cut, the real work began. I bought a round brush, some volumizing mousse, and a good hairspray – the essentials, according to those tutorials. Getting the hang of blow-drying with the round brush was tricky. I kept dropping it, and my arms were seriously tired. But I persisted, sectioning my hair and curling it away from my face, just like Farrah. It was a workout, I’m not going to lie.
The first few tries were…interesting. Let’s just say I ended up with some pretty wild results. But I didn’t give up. I practiced every other day, getting a little better each time. Figuring out the right amount of product was key, too much and my hair felt crunchy, not enough and it fell flat. I even asked my friend to take a look. She said it was getting better, which was a huge relief.
Finally, after a few weeks, I started to get the hang of it. My hair was getting that feathered look, with the volume and bounce I was after. It wasn’t exactly like Farrah’s, but it was close enough for me. I felt like a 70s goddess, even if it was just for a day. It was a lot of work, but I’m glad I stuck with it. It is a fun style. I got so many compliments, and it made me feel so confident.
- Started with inspiration from online videos.
- Consulted with my hairdresser for a personalized cut.
- Gathered the right tools and products.
- Practiced the styling technique relentlessly.
- Finally achieved a version of the Farrah Fawcett look that I loved!
It’s definitely a commitment, but if you’re up for the challenge, I say go for it! You might surprise yourself. And hey, if it doesn’t work out, it’s just hair, it’ll grow back! Just enjoy the process and have fun with it. At least I did!
