Today, up-do's requires little to no skill. While short hair is not to have every hair in place, long hair can be styled up with homemade touch in ponytails and half-finished buns.

A casual bun at the nape of the neck spells classic confidence. Just gel down the extra strands.

Use sparkles only sparingly. Skip them altogether if you are taking pictures because the sparkles will look like hollow spots on your head.

A falling strand of gelled hair instantly turns your mother's up-do into a youthful elegance.

Use a 'hair donut' to add volume where you want it. Be creative.