HOW-TO STEPS

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  Section a rectangle shape from the recession on both sides to the crown. Section the sides with diagonal-forward partings from the back of the rectangle to the sideburn area. Then, section a rounded triangle in the back and position a slightly off-center ponytail within this section. Next, section the sides with diagonal-forward partings from the back of the rectangle to the sideburn area.

  Click on to see another view of the back section.

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  A view of the rounded triangle section and off-center pony.

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  Diagonally divide the nape in half, then backbrush the section.

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  Smooth the backbrushed section toward the ponytail and secure. Repeat on the other side. Next, smooth the side sections toward the ponytail.

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  Crimp all the hair in the interior section.

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  Backcomb random sections and form loose, rough loops. Leave the ends free and secure.

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  Continue using the same technique to build asymmetrical volume in the crown. Incorporate the ponytail lengths as well.

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  Lightly backcomb an asymmetric fringe section. Drape it from the right to the left, turn the ends under and secure. Continue forming loops in the interior before detailing the loose ends.

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  The finished look is a sleek, close-fitting exterior with a highly textured interior, creating a contemporary take on the pompadour.

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  A straight-on view of the updo.

  Credits:
  Artist | Paul Suttles | Pivot Point International   
  Makeup | Rue Dufkis | www.ruegeinc.com 
  Fashion Stylist | Isaac King | kingfashion71@gmail.com
  Jewelry | Rossi Cole | www.jewelsbyrossi.com
  Fashion Photographer | John Gress | www.johngress.com
  Senior Photographer/Videographer | David Placek

  Click here to see a cutting how-to from Pivot Point!