Narciso Rodriguez’s Fall 2011 collection drew inspiration from architectural elements and the combination of its rich, textural materials. Wella Professionals Global Creative Director, Eugene Souleiman, whipped up a mussed, knotted ponytail to complement the clothes. “She resembles the women photographed by Peter Lindbergh in the mid to late 80s, she is intelligent and not pretty in an obvious way, but her look is interesting. She is admired for her character and tough nature, which is reflected in the somewhat unkempt, rough hairstyle,” said Souleiman of his muse in designing the finished style. Here, his how-tos for creating the look:

1. First, spray dry hair with Wella Professionals Ocean Spritz at the roots to get the maximum benefits of the product by adding texture.
2. Blast hair all over with a hair dryer directing the air and heat at the head to create root lift and texture. Massage roots to create more volume.
3. Grab hair and pull into a tight ponytail one inch below the crown and secure with an elastic.
4. Spray length of ponytail with Wella Professionals Ocean Spritz for some additional texture and then tie ponytail into an actual knot; secure knot in place with a pin.
5. Gently pull at pieces of hair around the face with fingertips to create a square shape.
6. Rub Wella Professionals Texture Touch into hands and slick onto hair with palms to create a raw, tight texture that makes hair look dirty and matte.
7. Spray hair around the face with Wella Professionals Shimmer Delight to add some shine and glossiness to the finished look.