*Article by Edie Page
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Have you ever seen the infamous beer-as-hair-gel move? We all know that frat boys love beer enough to bask in it. But do they actually? As you could have guessed, the answer is yes. Perhaps on some of their wilder nights, frat stars can be seen, I kid you not, pouring beer in their hair and rubbing it around to create (what they think) are swaggering waves. And yes, for some of us, those curls shout come-hither. But ladies, please, refrain from this act of desperation. Having a can of beer spilled in your hair can ruin any night, but it doesn’t have to. Read on for some fool-proof hair products and styles that can help a collegiette look good in any setting (sweaty frat basement included).
Not Your Mother’s Beach Babe
The name itself is fitting enough for our late night fun, as I’m sure most of our mothers assume we are curled up in bed on a Friday night. But what Wake babe would miss a night out? Use this mist on dry or damp hair and scrunch it for texture. The spray creates those unattainable beachy waves that work best in hot, humid environments, like the tropics, or in our case, frat basements…
*Image from Urban Outfitters
Pull It Back & Relax.
It’s official. The sock has been replaced and the bun is now easier than ever. The new things to use are these trendy neon rings. If you don’t have one, where have you been since 2012?? These rings create a clean, just-showered look, even in the sweatiest conditions. Add a dab of hair gel to keep back fly-aways and you’re on your way to looking fabulous.
*Images from SheLookBook.com and Girlishh.com
The Braided In-Between
Not feeling either of the first two looks? We still have your back. The crowne braid is the most versatile frat hair fix. All you have to do is braid the front section of your hair and you’re done. From there, you can put it up, down, or half-up, depending upon how sweaty you get at the party. My favorite thing about it is that it looks even better when its messy. So if you’re rushing to party, no worries. Or if a nearby fratstar is partying too hard and spills his drink on your perfect braid, it may look even better now!