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Hot Hair: One-Shoulder Strands

Stars get glam in one-shoulder, side-swept strands.
Taking Sides
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By Nicole Marie Melton · Updated October 28, 2020
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At every star-studded party and red carpet affair, we’ve been seeing the hottest stars go glam in side-swept, over-one-shoulder hairstyles.

It’s easy to guess why this look has become an A-lister favorite. For one, it’s so simple, yet chic and elegant. And it’s the perfect quick fix when that one side of your hair isn’t acting quite the way you want it to (c’mon, we know you’ve had those days, ladies). 

Take a look at our favorite one-sided tresses.