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How to Style Your Hair into a Modern Knot. The modern knot is an updated version of the
classic chignon. Here’s how to get the look. You will need Clean hair A brush An elastic
band Bobby pins and a paddle brush with boar bristles (optional). Step 1. Begin with clean
hair. A traditional knot stays in place better with day-old hair. But for this messy, modern
look, freshly shampooed strands work better. Step 2. Brush your hair toward the back of
your head. Using a brush with boar bristles will add shine and reduce frizz. Step 3. Make
a ponytail with an elastic band, divide it into two sections, and tug the hair to tighten
it. Step 4. Twist the two sections around each other and keep twisting until you reach
the bottom of the tail. Step 5. Now take the twisted ponytail and coil it around the elastic
band. Step 6. Secure the knot with bobby pins. Don’t worry if there are loose pieces: A
casual vibe is the point of a modern knot. Did you know A Yale University study found
that women with hair pulled back are perceived as more intelligent.