Hollywood Waves – Create a Timeless Style With Tips and Tricks from Ergo

Old styles never truly go out of style; they become classics. Hollywood Waves, or “Finger Waves,” are versatile enough to be worn by just about anyone and exude elegance. Originating in the 19th century by French hairdresser Francois Marcel, the look was meant to add style to and soften the hard appearance of the bobbed hairstyles prevalent during the flapper era. Few would ever forget the iconic hairstyles of Marilyn Monroe, Rita Hayworth, and Veronica Lake, and celebrities to this day sometimes pay homage to the classic looks of those unforgettable stars. With its signature side part and its S-shaped waves, it is as beautiful as it is timeless.

The style can be created on someone with long hair or even short hair provided it is all the same length. All you need to create this iconic style for your clients is a good polishing paddle brush, a flat and smoothing iron, an optional hair clip to make it easier to work in sections, a wide tooth comb, and some finishing spray to lock it all in. Many of these tools are available by ERGO and are perfect for the task.

The talented stylists at ERGO have created numerous videos with tips and tricks for how to create certain styles and how best to use and even maintain their tools. Click here to go directly to a well-crafted how-to video for creating this iconic style for your clients. While there, check out their other videos for a wealth of styling tips and tricks.