Do The Side-Sweep Like The A-List
The quickest way to earn some serious A-list style points? Perfect the side-sweep, pronto. Get some hair-spiration from our round-up of the best celeb styles.
Getty ImagesA vision in red, Emma Stone is the ultimate screen siren with classic side swept hair.
Getty ImagesLeighton Meester looks like the epitome of old-school glamour with her glossy side-swept waves and bright pout.
Rex FeaturesThe lovely Amy Adams may be taking hair advice from her character Susan, in Nocturnal Animals; she loves a good side-swept style! We much prefer this soft wavy style compared to Susan's poker straight locks, though.
Getty ImagesEmily Ratajkowski swept her locks to one side to keep cool during New York Fashion Week.
Getty ImagesHow stunning does Alicia Vikander look here? Her tumbling glossy waves are perfectly styled into a side-sweep. Jealous, us?
Game Of Thrones star Sophie Turner has the most gorgeous glossy red waves, and we love them even more when she styles them into a side-swept 'do.
Rex FeaturesKourtney Kardashian looked great with her side-swept hair and neck accessory combined. We also can't get over those ultra long lashes!
Getty ImagesCan't get enough of Olivia Palermo's honey-hued locks? Us too. We especially adore her hair when it's styled into this side-swept 'do.
Getty ImagesWe've been loving Hailee Steinfeld's look lately - from the side-swept curls to the large lashes, she has beauty perfection DOWN.
Getty ImagesRosie Huntington-Whiteley has been growing out her long bob recently, and the mid-length style looks perfect when styled into a side-sweep. Top marks, RHW.
Getty ImagesChrissy Teigen certainly has that pregnant glow - oh, and perfect, side-swept waves!
GettyAlicia Vikander stunned at the 2016 BAFTAs with this wavy side-swept 'do and subtly dark lip.
Rex FeaturesQueen of the side-sweep, Blake Lively finishes off a perfect outfit with her perfect waves.
Getty ImagesSpotted at the SS16 couture shows, Gwyneth Paltrow sported a sleek, glossy blonde 'do, which was styled into a subtle side-sweep.
GettyKristen Stewart completed her relaxed side-swept look with a pair of sunnies perched on top. Casual and cool.
Rex FeaturesAdriana Lima combined her chic side-swept hairdo with a bold red lip and pretty earrings.
Rex FeaturesMiranda Kerr's glossy locks look great when styled into a side sweep. She also schools us in the art of wearing a glossy rose-hued lip.
Getty ImagesEmily Ratajkowski's barely-there side-sweep looked gorgeous with her groomed brows, nude lips and kohl-lined eyes.
Getty ImagesKarlie Kloss's style only just passes for a side-sweep, but we are totally in love with it anyway.
Rex FeaturesVictoria Beckham looked elegant and chic with her sleek side-swept style.
Getty ImagesAt a gala in California, Kourtney Kardashian showcased an ultra sleek 'do which was styled into a side-sweep. The look worked perfectly with her sophisticated suit.
Getty ImagesVictoria Beckham looked incredible at the American GLAMOUR Women of the Year Awards. She wore a bold red dress and a gorgeous side-swept hairstyle.
Rex FeaturesModel Lara Stone was spotted at an after-party sporting gorgeous mermaid waves which were styled into a cool side-sweep.
Getty ImagesEmma Roberts opted for a statement side-sweep as she showed off her platinum tresses and bold makeup at a Teen Vogue party.
GettyGIRLS actress Allison Williams displayed her glossy brunette locks in a side-sweep style recently, and looked stunning.
Getty ImagesLiv Tyler, we want your hair. No seriously, it's gorgeous, especially in this side-swept style!
Getty ImagesCate Blanchett's relaxed tousled style looks great when swept to the side, as this snap shows. We love the simple makeup and gorgeous LBD she chose to pair the hairstyle with.
Getty ImagesAt the Emmys 2015, Kiernan Shipka proved that you can wear your hair simply but still make a statement if you rock a deep-set side parting. Beaut.
Getty ImagesFor I-just-woke-up-like-this glam, loosely
wave your hair, flip it over and rock a messy side parting.
Rex FeaturesEmma Roberts' blonde locks look ace in this wavey feathered side-swept style.
Mila Kunis looks pretty marvellous on the red carpet with her sleek side-sweep 'do. Props to her hair stylist.
Rex FeaturesJessica Alba's perfectly highlighted hair was swept to the side in a glossy blow dry for a red carpet event in August 2014. it's divine!
Rex FeaturesMiranda Kerr is the unofficial queen of the glossy side-swept 'do and showing off that enviable mirror-shine to perfection once again this week, the Aussie model proved why she's top of the crops.
Rex FeaturesTaylor Swift usually works a side-swept parting but this one is a super side-swept parting starting almost at the side of her head. However, it works thanks to the sleek straightness of her hair and the one side tucked behind her ear for extra effect.
Rex FeaturesLooking pretty darn gorgeous at an event in LA in the summer of 2014, Homeland star Claire Danes showed off her gorgeous old Hollywood inspired side-swept 'do with a thick slick of red lipstick.
Rex FeaturesSide-swept hair is the easiest way to make long hair stand out and this is an example of such side-sweeping, courtesy of Liv Tyler. Plus, there's nothing to compete with her statement eye make-up either, meaning both the hair and beauty really work with each other.
Rex FeaturesSide-swept waves were the order of the day for Cara D at this year's Met Gala.
Rex FeaturesJemima Kirke's Rapunzel locks are almost too good to be true. Glossy, super-long and perennially swept to the side for added drama on the red carpet, this is one easy-peasy styling tip we can all learn from the star of GIRLS.
Rex FeaturesRocking a kind of seahorse hair chic with this twisted side-swept 'do, Lydia Hearst's inventive style shouldn't work on paper - but totally does IRL.
Rex FeaturesBlake Lively looks utterly gorgeous channeling the bygone Old Hollywood era - this is one gorgeous side-swept 'do.
PA PhotosThe side-swept hairdo was one of THE hottest trends at 2014's Oscars – even Jessica Biel was rocking the look, wearing her ombré locks with a loose wave.
PA PhotosOscars beauty: Sandra Bullock wore her gorgeous curls swept to the side with an elegant tumble.
Rex FeaturesKate Hudson wowed at the 2014 Oscars with soft tousled locks, worn casually over one shoulder, and sexy smoky eye make-up complete with fluttering false lashes.
PA PhotosJennifer Lawrence never disappoints on the red carpet - and this side-swept brunette 'do is one of our favourites from her look book.
Rex FeaturesThis entire hair and beauty look is a cut-out-and-keep inspiration for party season and beyond. Jessica Alba's sleek and glossy side-swept waves are perfectly set-off with lashings of mascara and a bright orange lip.
PA PhotosGlossy side-swept waves like Isla Fisher's just ooze old-Hollywood appeal.
PA PhotosThe side-sweep is a great hairstyle for showing off statement earrings (yes Natalie Portman, we know the motivation behind your styling decisions. Great accessorising, btw).
PA PhotosRecreate Rosie Huntington-Whitely's side-sweep by side-parting blow-dried locks, and adding uniform curls throughout using a wand (ie make sure they're all going in the same direction). Once all your hair is curled and cooled (leave for five minutes), gently brush the curls through to create a soft wave, and sweep hair behind one shoulder, pinning into place if necessary.
Rex FeaturesAdd extra shine to your finished style with a spritz of shine spray or a slick of serum.
PA PhotosTake your side-sweep to the next level of glamour by recreating Fergie's Marilyn-esque wavy 'do. Finish with a strong red lip colour and a 'hey gurrrl' head tilt.
PA PhotosYour side-sweep doesn't need to be over-the-top showy. Just low-key gentle waves like Liv Tyler's will score you some serious style points.
PAReese is queen of the side-sweep; this sleek curly style is picture-perfect.
PA PhotosUse a wider-barrel tong to create oh-so-subtle waves like Miranda Kerr's.
Rex FeaturesJennifer Lopez's Golden Globes look is a winner. We love her voluminous curls, ultra-long lashes and glossy nude pout.
Rex FeaturesWhen VB gives a look her seal of approval - it's time to take on the trend. She wore her brunette locks swept to one side for the 2013 GLAMOUR Awards.
Rex FeaturesKelly Osbourne banishes any chance of her retro side-sweep being boring by working the style in purple. Good girl, Kel.
Rex FeaturesFrankie Sandford shows that the side-sweep also works with straighter locks. This bouncy brunette blow-dry is a red-carpet style hit.
Rex FeaturesWhen you've got a serious piece of ear jewellery to show off, the side-sweep is the only option. Loving the ear cuff, Fearne.
PA PhotosThe gorgeous Naomi Campbell shows that the side-sweep even works with a centre-parting.
Sofia Vergara's ultra-long brunette locks are kept under control with a simple over-one-shoulder sweep.
Rex FeaturesJulianne Moore's flaming red locks look gorgeous in this sleek side-sweep.
PA PhotosIt's near impossible to look bad when you have a face like this, but Jourdan Dunn looks extra-gorgeous with her raven locks swept into glossy side-slung waves.
Rex FeaturesIf you're worried your other ear might get lonely with no hair for company, why not leave a few strands behind, and braid them, á la Kristen Stewart? We love this grungy look on the American beauty.
Rex FeaturesIf you've got gorgeous multi-tonal blonde tresses like Carmen Electra, side-swept curls are the look for you.
Rex FeaturesAmanda Seyfried is also a serial side-sweeper.
PA PhotosWhitney Port (she of great hair) gets playful with the look by adding oversized hoop earrings and a glossy red lip colour for a retro vibe.
Rex FeaturesIt's not pink, it's not purple, but Katy Perry's raven side-swept style in this picture is all kinds of beautiful.
