Why Blake Lively's Hair Always Looks So Damn Good

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There’s no disputing that Blake Lively has one of the best hair games in town — any town. Her sun-drenched strands seem to look right at home in every environment, whether she’s kicking back in a beachside bungalow or channeling Grace Kelly in a string of pearls. That’s because the actress isn’t married to a single style — or era. Yes, her hair is always golden and lush, but she alternates between new and vintage trends, taking classic silhouettes and injecting them with modern touches. The results are head-turning.

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Read on to glean style secrets from the girl who never makes a misstep when it comes to hair (even on gym days) — and how to raise your own #hairgoals game.

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What’s not to love about the bronde color and classic, ‘40s-inspired styling on this vintage version of Blake (seen here in 2007)?

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The only thing we love more than Blake’s long-running IRL friendship with her The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants co-stars? The gorgeous Grecian-inspired braids she wore at the movie’s premiere in 2008.

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File this under “the perfect blowout.” While Blake’s look surely involved the skills of a pro, we’ve got our own tricks for nailing next-level bounce and shine at home.

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Proof that Blake has never had a bad hair day: These enviable loose waves from 2009 are a look that we still want to emulate.

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This low chignon looks pretty straightforward from the front, but a textured maze of intricate braids and strategic pinning in back equals a look that we’d love to cop for ourselves.

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Damn. This girl even makes a simple pony look lust-worthy! It’s all about position. The hair is gathered smack in-between the crown and the nape. The result is effortless, sleek, and anything but basic.

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By: Erika Stalder