The Art of Hair: The Ultimate DIY Guide to Braids, Buns, Curls, and More

by Rubi Jones

"Not only is this book insanely stunning, it's instructional! The Art of Hair gives the reader step by step tutorials on all of your dream hair styles." --Coco & Cowe

Hairstyling is a timeless way for women to create something unique and express themselves. Whether you wash it and run out the door, combine looks like edgy cornrows with disheveled waves or defy gravity with a sky-high '60s beehive, your easy-to-follow guide to hair is here. With nearly fifty diverse styles and tips for every type of hair length and texture, The Art of The Ultimate DIY Guide to Braids, Buns, Curls and More is the definitive guide to DIY hairstyling for women of all ages, styles and hair types.

From the basics like hair 101 and frizz-free blowout instructions to sections dedicated to ponytails, buns and chignons, braids, twists and rolls, and curls--this book has you and your hair covered. Step-by-step, illustrated guides accompany each lavishly photographed look, ensuring that every style is accessible for every hair type.

Having styled hair for world-renowned brands in cities from New York to Paris, Rubi Jones is well versed in general hair care, simple techniques, extravagant hairstyles and everything in between. Whether you have naturally thin, pin-straight short hair or long, thick layers of curls, Rubi gives you the tools your need to complete any hairstyle. Learn her tricks, infuse these looks with your signature style and become your own favorite stylist with The Art of Hair.

"If you're looking to see the future of hair, you need to keep an eye on Rubi Aguilar Jones." --Lucky Magazine

Genres: Nonfiction

211 pages, Kindle Edition

First published June 2, 2015

About the author

Rubi Jones is a NY-based hairdresser and author. She styles hair for magazine editorials, ad campaigns, and fashion weeks each season from NY to Paris. She also teaches styling workshops internationally.

Her debut book is The Art of Hair: The Ultimate DIY Guide to Braids, Buns, Curls, and More.

The book contains over 40 step-by-step tutorials for creating on-trend and timeless hairstyles for everyday and special occasions.

Follow Rubi's work, daily hair inspiration, and tips at rubijones.com.

Reviews

[Lauren · Rating 4 out of 5]

Step-by-step guide to some fun and funky hair styles, including braids, curls, twists/updos, etc. I liked the photographs and the variety of hair textures and lengths included in the book. More experimentation time needed!

[Jill Kemerer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent step-by-step instructions for a variety of hairstyles! A very pretty and practical book.

[Nicole · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a beautiful book with a nice range of models with different hair types but there could be a bigger range of styles for short and medium hair lengths. I recommended this book for those who are already comfortable and skilled with basic hairstyling.

[Sonia · Rating 5 out of 5]

amazingly simple hairstyles, easy to do on myself and my daughters

[Annette McIntyre · Rating 4 out of 5]

Gorgeous ideas and how to put your hair up. A must have if you've got medium to long hair.

[Rachel · Rating 4 out of 5]

Informative pictures and instructions. Inspiring.

[Lindsey · Rating 5 out of 5]

There are few hairdressers as pedagogic as Rubi Jones and this book feels made for someone like me who hasn't dared to attempt anything other than an air-dry-and-go for fear of complicating her routine. This was a very helpful book with wonderful illustrations!

[Anwar behbehani · Rating 5 out of 5]

I just started it and i think it's going to be my go-to book! It also teaches new things, it's very detailed and educative, such a good investment. I want to take it everywhere with me including the saloon. I think it's my new hair bible/hair dictionary.

[Machaia · Rating 3 out of 5]

As with most hair books the “easy” hairstyles are not easy. However, the layout is lovely, the photographs are very helpful, and it goes into considerable detail. Worth checking out and trying some of the ideas!

[Sara · Rating 4 out of 5]

Having nice hair seems expensive....but fun! There are some really cute hairstyles in this book I am dying to try!

[Ellie Dolan · Rating 5 out of 5]

So helpful, amazing styles, detailed instructions.

[Kelli J · Rating 4 out of 5]

Useful info and a lot of great styles, would have liked more braids though.

[Bert · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very informative. Easy to follow instructions- with PICTURES!

[Trish · Rating 4 out of 5]

There are some pretty hair styles in this book.