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13 Best Side-Swept Celebrity Hairstyles

All it takes to transform a blah hairstyle into a hot trend is a different position

by Jane Chung

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Charlize Theron Theron's updo is the epitome of elegant. Loose curls create a soft, flowing effect when tucked to the side. To get this look, use hot rollers, then run your fingers through the curls to break them up. Pull your hair gently to the side of your head, and secure into place using clear elastic. The key to achieving the elegant finish is leaving the front tendrils loose and wavy.

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Amanda Seyfried and Charlize Theron both look absolutely fabulous!

by robyne00 Wednesday, December 12, 2012 at 04:39PM Report as inappropriate

I like the side swept look

by TBjunkie Monday, April 23, 2012 at 01:39AM Report as inappropriate

uugghh. i want taylor swifts hair so freaking bad..

by riley_beach Saturday, August 27, 2011 at 10:24AM Report as inappropriate

I love these styles, especially since I'm growing out my bangs.

by MissPurple Thursday, July 7, 2011 at 01:52PM Report as inappropriate

cant wait to try out Ashley Tisdales doubel pony. Flirty and sexy!!

by SpaceyStacie Monday, June 6, 2011 at 10:55PM Report as inappropriate

I looooved Maria Menouno's hair! The color and the style were just perfect.

by LipglossandSpandex Saturday, April 23, 2011 at 03:16PM Report as inappropriate

I definitely liked most of these looks and am going to try them out on myself, but I wish they showed pictures of the side swept bangs with the hair down and not up in a pony or bun. I am trying to get a good picture to bring to my hairdresser because I am terrible at explaining what I want and the headline for this article was a little deceiving because I thought they were going to have their hair down. Oh well, I'll keep looking but in the meantime, I can't wait to try some of these styles out!!

by lisa2683 Thursday, March 3, 2011 at 03:33AM Report as inappropriate

I wish I could pull these off!

by Bon_Bon Friday, February 18, 2011 at 08:16PM Report as inappropriate

Love the different looks. Great inspiration!

by ladyboarder9669 Friday, February 18, 2011 at 02:10PM Report as inappropriate

I can't wait to try these looks.

by CaroleVonAllten Friday, February 18, 2011 at 07:53AM Report as inappropriate