My patience when it comes to hairstyling is minimal. I don't want to use a blow dryer, curling iron, or straightening iron. Instead, I prefer to be out the door in five minutes flat. The good news: I have a pretty extensive repertoire of quick, easy hairstyles that keep my hair out of my face and flyaways in check. For context, my hair is long, curly, a bit unruly, so finding simple hairstyles—ranging from everyday options I can wear to the office to dressier styling choices I can get away with for a fancy dinner or cocktail party—has been a years-long journey of trial and error.
But I've managed to find seven failsafe styles that take a millisecond and make me feel confident. Hair accessories are key—I have a large collection of scrunchies, clips, French pins. But the right styling tools, like leave-in conditioners and edge control products, also play an essential role.
