Flippy/Messy Hair

Hi Folks!

I recently gave my hair a huge chop (from long, mid-back to an above-the-chin bob), and I'm having a hard time figuring out how to do the "messy" look. I wore my hair long most of my life, and despite having straight, fine, yet thick hair, I managed to make "the messy look" my personal trademark.

Here's a previous post with a sample picture of what my hair looks like (only shorter)

As much as I like my sleek bob, I want to achieve a "messy" or "flippy" look. Is this possible with the bob? If so, how do I go about styling it? I'm CLUELESS in the ways of styling since I've always left my long hair alone, in a bun,  in a ponytail, or in waves. I am not familiar about what styling products I must use to achieve this textured look.

Here are a few examples of the look I want to achieve:









Thank you!

umm why not post a picture of YOU????

KatieKat,

Get some TIGI Manipulator...the absolute best styling aid for this sort of look.  Dip fingers in jar (you only need a little) and then warm it up by rubbing fingers of both hands together.  Play with it on dry hair.  Doesn't build up and is not waxy or greasy.  Good Luck!