Deep Side Partings

From Stella McCartney to Jil Sander, Missoni to Prada, deep side partings featured in all the most hotly-anticipated spring/summer ‘14 catwalk shows of Fashion Week. Of course, this means that we’re all set to be rocking side partings this year - it’s just a matter of whether we’ll choose to wear them straight and sleek, or mussed-up and sporty! Either way, read on for some serious deep side parting inspiration.

Deep Side Parting 1: The Sleek Combover

If you’re a fan of the smooth, slick trend, then this boyish deep side parting (as seen at DKNY) is definitely the SS14 hair update for you. Ultra-flattering when worn with a sleek, low ponytail (find out how to style one of these here), this is one 2014-friendly deep side parting that simply oozes retro glamour. Either keep the look simple and fresh by teaming your deep side parting with barely-there makeup, or make like Emma Roberts and glam it up with some jumbo statement earrings and smoky, some-hither eyeshadow.

Whichever way you choose to wear this deep side parting, a shine-enhancing spray such as the Tigi Bed Head Headrush is an absolute must. When you’re happy with your deep side parted style, mist it over your locks to create that almost wet-look, glass-like sheen.

Deep Side Parting 2: The Wispy Parting

If you’re not a fan of rigid, slicked-down partings, then why not give a slightly wispier, more playful deep side parting a whirl this spring? This low-maintenance, laid back look (as seen at Lanvin) is a slightly more wearable take on the androgynous combover style, and looks great when worn with a catwalk-copying side pony, or with a classic low bun à la Emma Watson. Just add a pop of punchy lipstick, and you’re good to go!

For the best deep side parting results, place your finger on the arch of your eyebrow and trace it upwards through your hairline - this will serve as a guide as to where to position your deep side parting. When you’ve finished styling, always allow a few face-framing fronds to fall out at the front of your ‘do for a soft, girly take on the deep side parting trend.

Deep Side Parting 3: The Down-do Part

Prefer to keep your locks hanging loose? Then let Dries Van Noten be your deep side-parted down-do guide (golden, parting-adorning accents optional). Schoolgirl-chic as it may seem, this deep side parting looks great when worn with your tresses preppily tucked behind your ears - just ask Allison Williams, who, with a little help from her shimmering eye makeup, pulled this simple ear-baring look off with finesse earlier this year.

To get this pretty-yet-understated deep side parting look for yourself, blow-dry your hair straight before using hair straighteners on the lengths and ends of your tresses for a polished vibe - and make sure to finish up with a spritz of the Tigi Bed Head Spoil Me Defrizzer to keep look-ruining flyaways at bay!

With models and celebrities alike embracing deep side partings in all their glory, it seems that this tomboyish trend will be sticking around for quite some time! Will you be following their lead and experimenting with a deep side parting of your own this year?