1. DEFRIZZ: Use John Frieda Frizz-Ease. Add the antifrizz serum through damp hair to seal out humidity and keep hair sleek. ($10, drugstores)

2.  POLISH: Use a straightening iron, then create your side part. Finish it with a dab of polishing cream for extra shine. (Polishing Cream: Try Redken Outshine 01 Anti-Frizz Polishing Milk $16, salons)

3. PIN + SET UP: Pull front part of hair back and to one side, then clip with your prettiest barrette, like Emily, then set with maximum-hold hairspray. (You can use Herbal Essences Set Me Up Max Hold Hairspray $3 drugstores)