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If you thought the coquette aesthetic was on its way out, Kim Kardashian is here to say, “Hey, wait a minute!” The Skims founder just embraced the girly, ruffly, bow-loving look with a festive—and somewhat unexpected—hairstyle.
As someone who has spent the better part of my career writing about the Kardashian-Jenner family, these Instagram Stories made me do a double take, simply because I don't know that I've ever seen Kardashian in a hair bow this big and bold before. (She did wear a bow-bedecked ponytail inspired by a '90s Chanel runway look for an event earlier this year.) For her “Kimsmas” live stream event, however, Kardashian took the bow to the next level with a half-up hairstyle tied with an ivory satin bow right on top of her head, similar to something Samantha Parkington the American Girl doll would have worn and loved. Kardashian's dark hair, styled by Igor Rosales, was softly curled and subtly teased at the crown of her head, with the bow placed directly in front of the teased-up section for a sweet, retro '60s vibe.
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Kardashian's coquettish bow headband was a surprisingly traditional and festive look for the All's Fair star, who generally prefers a sleeker hairstyle or long, loose waves versus sweet or cheeky accessories. But if there's ever a time to bring out the hair bows, it's the holiday season! (Kardashian's sister Khloé also donned a bow for the Kimsmas event and has worn them in the past.) And come to think of it, Kardashian has been embracing more whimsical hair accessories as of late, including the fanciful feathers she placed in a recent super-tight updo, which came from an antique Edwardian feather fan. 'Tis the season to go all out with your glam, so why not dress your hair up like a pretty present and tie it all up with a bow?
