For the last few years I have become obsessed with retro styling. All so elegant and simple-looking yet difficult to create the “old-fashioned way.” However stylists are constantly coming up with new ways to create these old styles and I would like to share my favorite the “Veronica Lake” or “S-shaped” waves. Simple, stunning and wearable for any occasion.

[![](https://blog.cintaaveda.edu/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/Veronica_Lake_1.jpg "Veronica_Lake_1")](http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-uaSr5UXlpCw/TZTg7R5fg8I/AAAAAAAAEVk/tS8zlGXou-Q/s640/Veronica_Lake_1.jpg)Veronica Lake



  
First: Start by creating a very deep side part. This creates a sexy and smoldering look. Hint: The deeper the side part the better. Veronica Lake used to cover one eye with her hair.

Second: Start by curling the section right above your ear and curl everything toward your forehead.

Hint: Using a curling iron with a 1” barrel is my personal favorite but if you want a looser wave use a larger iron, or for a tighter wave a smaller barreled iron. Make sure all the hair is getting hot without burning the hair.

Third: Repeat step 2 going all the way around the head until everything is curled. It will look almost as if your hair has a Shirley Temple type curl.

Hint: Have all the curls facing the same direction so the wave pattern is fluid.

Fourth: Spray your entire head with a misty hair spray, such as [Aveda’s Air Control](http://www.aveda.com/product/5230/16933/Collections/Control/Air-Control-Hair-Spray/index.tmpl) and let that set for about 10 minutes.  
Fifth: Once the hair has set and cooled in those curls, grab a wide tooth comb and comb through each section.  
Sixth: Spray once again all over with hairspray when you are happy with the wave.

Hint: Add a spray on shine over to keep the hair looking shiny instead of a matte texture.

There you have a style that was easy to create and will leave you looking elegant and unforgettable.