Monica Barbaro’s Hairstyle Transformations and How to Achieve Them with Clip-In Extensions

Monica Barbaro has been serving serious hair inspiration lately! From chic lobs to glamorous curls, this rising star knows how to switch up her look while keeping it effortlessly elegant. The best part? You can recreate these styles at home - no drastic cuts or dye jobs needed - thanks to seamless clip-in hair extensions. In this blog post, we’ll break down Monica’s most stunning hairstyle transformations and give you the inside scoop (beauty-influencer style 😉) on how to achieve each look. Get ready for styling tips, hair care advice, and product recommendations to channel your inner Monica Barbaro! Let’s dive in, gorgeous!

The Sun-Kissed Lob: Monica’s Trendy Shoulder-Length Cut

Image Reference: Monica Barbaro rocking a medium-length “lob” with soft layers and sun-kissed highlights, giving an effortless, trendy vibe (thehairstyler.com).

Monica loves to rock a shoulder-length lob (long bob) that has everyone obsessed with its cute, versatile vibe. This style is all about medium length, subtle layers, and sun-kissed highlights framing the face. It’s perfect for when you want a lighter, bouncy look without going super short. Monica’s lob often features a middle or slightly off-center part with soft, piecey texture - notice those delicate caramel-brown highlights adding dimension through the ends!

How to Recreate the Look: If you don’t already have lob-length hair, no worries - seamless clip-in extensions can help here. Choose 100% Remy Human Hair extensions that match your base color with a hint of lighter highlights (for example, a dark brown with caramel or golden balayage pieces will mimic Monica’s color). Clip in a few wefts around the sides and back to add fullness and a touch of length if needed - the ultra-thin seamless base will lie flat, even in a shorter style. Pro Tip: after clipping in, visit a stylist to trim and blend the extensions with your natural hair for a flawless bob that looks totally real.

Styling Tips: Monica’s lob is usually worn straight with a slight bend at the ends. To style, apply a heat protectant and use a flat iron to straighten your hair and the extensions together, then bevel the iron inward at the ends for that subtle curl under. For a bit of texture, spritz a dry texturizing spray or a light hairspray and tousle the hair with your fingers - this keeps the lob from looking too “perfect.” Tuck one side behind your ear like Monica often did to show off your highlights and earrings. Finish with a drop of hair oil on the ends for shine. Voilà - a chic, shoulder-grazing lob that looks fresh off the red carpet!

Hair Care Advice: Maintaining that healthy shine is key for a simple style like this. Monica’s hair always looks glossy, never dull. To copy that, deep condition your hair weekly and consider using a glossing treatment or color-enhancing conditioner to keep your highlights vibrant. When wearing extensions, remember to gently brush them with a soft bristle brush before and after use (this prevents tangles). If you clipped in colored or highlighted extensions, you’re in luck - you get the pop of color without chemically treating your own hair, which means less damage. Just be sure to wash your clip-ins sparingly and with sulfate-free shampoo, conditioning them well, so they stay silky. With minimal effort, your sun-kissed lob will stay shiny and soft all season long.

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Soft Side-Parted Curls: Effortless Glamour

Image Reference: Monica Barbaro sporting a glamorous side-parted style with the top section smooth and the mid-lengths curled outward, tucked behind one ear for a sophisticated touch (thehairstyler.com).

When Monica first stepped out with these soft side-parted curls, we were floored by the effortless glamour! This look features a deep side part with loose curls concentrated toward the ends of the hair. The top stays smooth and sleek, while the bottom half has that flirty wave. Monica often sweeps one side behind her ear - a small move that instantly shows off her neckline (and her fabulous earrings) while keeping the style refined. This hairstyle radiates “classic meets modern” vibes - think Old Hollywood waves but more low-key and wearable for every day.

How to Recreate the Look: To get Monica’s subtle curls, you’ll want some length and volume in your hair - this is where extensions are your BFF. Clip in a set of longer extensions (around 18” or 20”) for length, or even just a few volumizing wefts if you already have the length but need more thickness. Focus the extensions where you’ll be curling the hair most, typically from mid-length downwards. The beauty of ultra-seamless clip-ins is that they are made to lay flat to your head, so even with a side part, you won’t get any visible bumps - just a flawless blend of your hair with the extensions. Once they’re in, create a clean side part on the preferred side (Monica often parts to the left).

Now, grab a 1 to 1.25-inch curling iron or wand. Curl your hair in sections, wrapping the hair away from your face to get that elegant, face-framing wave. Only curl from about ear-level down, leaving the roots and crown area smooth. After curling each section, gently tug on the curl or brush through it with your fingers or a wide-tooth comb to relax it into a soft wave. The goal is loose, flowy curls at the ends, not tight ringlets. Once all the ends are curled, lightly mist a flexible-hold hairspray to set the style. Finally, tuck the hair on the shallow side of your part behind your ear. You can secure it with a bobby pin hidden underneath if your hair doesn’t stay put. This little trick opens up your face, giving that asymmetrical, glam look.

Styling & Product Recs: If your natural hair is super straight and tends to drop curls, prep with a curl-enhancing mousse on damp hair before blow-drying - this will help your curls hold longer. After curling, a serum or shine spray can be applied to the ends to define the waves and add that healthy luster (Monica’s curls always look glossy, never crunchy). Also, consider teasing just a tiny bit at the crown for subtle volume since one side is pinned back; it creates a nice balance. And don’t forget to blend: run your fingers through your hair and extensions together so they cascade as one unit. The curls in the extensions should merge with your own - no one should be able to tell where your hair ends and the extensions begin!

Hair Care Advice: Hot tools can be taxing on your hair, so always use heat protectant on both your natural hair and the clip-in extensions (yes, quality human-hair extensions can and should be protected from heat too!). Opt for extensions made from 100% Remy Human Hair so they curl and behave like real hair (because they are real hair). After a night out with this style, gently remove your extensions and give them a quick mist of a conditioning spray to keep them moisturized. Store them flat or hanging so the waves don’t get creased. Taking care of your extensions will ensure they last through many style sessions. With these tips, you’ll be ready to strut those side-parted curls with Monica’s confidence and grace.

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Effortless Center-Part Chic: Everyday Elegance

Image Reference: Monica Barbaro with a casual chick look: center-parted hair with natural movement and subtle highlights, perfect for daytime glam (thefashionspot.com).

Not every Monica Barbaro hairstyle is full-on Hollywood glam - she also nails the casual, chic look for everyday wear. Case in point: her effortless center-parted style seen on the streets of NYC, where she paired a trendy burgundy power suit with simple, gorgeous hair. Monica’s center-part style is all about healthy shine, subtle texture, and letting those naturally beautiful locks take center stage. Her rich brunette hair color has dimension (oftentimes a few understated highlights) and she usually wears it simply straight or with gentle waves at the ends. This look is perfect for when you want to look put-together and elegant without seeming like you tried too hard - basically, the ultimate cool-girl hairdo.

How to Recreate the Look: The key to this style is making your hair look as luscious as possible. If you weren’t blessed with Monica’s thick, glossy mane, no fear: seamless extensions can give you that boost. For a center part style, you might not need a ton of length added - focus on volume and a little length past the shoulders (think 18” extensions). Clip in a couple of wefts of seamless clip-in hair extensions around the sides (above your ears) and at the back of your head for even fullness. Because the extensions have a super-thin base, you can place them higher up on your head without anyone noticing the weft - crucial for a middle part, since thinner hair near the top can sometimes show bumps with regular lace-weft extensions. Once your extensions are in and brushed in with your own hair, create a clean center part using a rattail comb.

For styling, you have options: go straight and sleek, or add a soft bend to the ends. Monica often opts for a straight look here, especially for daytime. Blow-dry your hair (and extensions) straight with a paddle brush for a smooth finish. If you want that little flick at the tips, turn a round brush inward on the last few inches of hair as you blow-dry, or use a flat iron to curve the ends under slightly. The idea is not to have obvious curls, but just a bit of movement so the hair doesn’t hang pin-straight. If your hair has a natural wave, you can even let it air dry with a touch of leave-in conditioner to enhance texture - the center part will keep it looking intentional and chic. Once styled, rub a tiny drop of a light hair oil between your palms and skim it over the top layer of your hair. This tames any flyaways and adds a reflective shine (Monica’s hair literally gleams in the light, and this trick is why!).

Styling Tips: Less is more with this look. Since it’s simple, each element stands out - so make sure your part is precise and your hair is frizz-free. A polishing serum or a frizz cream applied while your hair is damp can help achieve that smooth finish. If you’re channeling Monica’s subtle highlights, consider using extensions a shade lighter than your base and clip them underneath the top layers. They’ll peek through like natural highlights without you having to bleach your own hair. For example, if you have dark brown hair, clipping in a few wefts of a dark caramel brown will give that Monica Barbaro glow when the light hits your hair. Also, pay attention to face-framing pieces: you can flat iron the bits right along your face to make sure they fall nicely and don’t flip out awkwardly. Tuck one side behind your ear for a moment (just while your hair cools after styling) - this can encourage a gentle backward swoop in the front sections, similar to how Monica’s front pieces lay so elegantly.

Hair Care Advice: This style puts the condition of your hair on display, so invest in your hair’s health. Monica’s secret to glossy locks? Hydration and occasional treatments. Use a nourishing hair mask once a week (especially if you use heat tools frequently). You can even do what Monica’s stylist did for her red carpet look - use a glossing hair mask or treatment before styling to boost shine. Remember, hair extensions don’t get the natural oils from your scalp, so they benefit from a deep conditioning mask too (you can do this once they become hard to style). Brush your extensions gently with a boar bristle or loop brush to keep them smooth. And if you’re wearing this look out and about, tuck a travel-sized dry oil spray in your purse - a quick spritz mid-day can refresh the shine and tame any frizz that pops up. With healthy, blended hair and a confident center part, you’ll be rocking that casual chic vibe just like Monica.

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Sleek and Shiny Strands: Red Carpet Straight Hair

(No image needed here – just imagine Monica’s ultra-glossy, straight hairstyle.)

While Monica loves her waves, she isn’t afraid to go pin-straight for a super sleek look. We saw this when she switched from day to night in NYC - trading her daytime waves for a straight, polished style - and also in some of her red carpet appearances where subtlety was the name of the game. This style is all about glossy, glass-like hair that’s smooth as silk from roots to ends. A straight style like this puts the focus on your hair’s cut, color, and shine. On Monica, it comes across as modern, confident, and oh-so chic, especially when paired with a bold outfit or lip color.

How to Recreate the Look: First, ensure your hair (and extensions) is nicely detangled and smooth. Clip in your extensions wherever you want extra length or thickness. For a sleek look, many people add extensions at the lower back of the head and sides to get that fullness through the ends that really makes straight hair look healthy. It’s important to use high-quality, Remy Human Hair extensions for this because you’ll be flat-ironing everything - Remy Hair can handle heat styling just like your own hair, and it will blend seamlessly. Once clipped in, take a flat iron and straighten your hair in sections from the nape upward. Go slow and use moderate heat; you may even pass over each section twice for ultra-straight results (just don’t crank the heat to the max to protect your hair).

Decide on your part - Monica has done both center parts and side parts with straight styles. A center part with straight hair gives a symmetrically sleek look, framing your face evenly. A slight side part can add a bit of drama and sweep. Whichever you choose, flat iron the front sections accordingly so they lay in the right direction. After you’ve ironed every strand poker-straight, run a fine-tooth comb through to check for any waves or kinks you might have missed (especially at the back). The goal: one silky sheet of hair.

Styling Tips: To get that mirror-like shine Monica flaunts, finish the style with a shine-enhancing product. A few options: a silicone-based serum (very sparingly applied to the lengths for reflection), a shine spray misted evenly all over, or even a tiny bit of hair oil smoothed over the ends. Also, pay attention to the ends of your hair - if you’ve been neglecting trims, straight styling will make any split ends or unevenness obvious. Consider trimming your extensions or your own ends so everything is blunt and neat. If you want Monica’s subtle face-framing layers (she often has a few layers in front that curl slightly under the chin), you can mimic that by turning the flat iron under just on the shortest pieces in front. Keep the rest stick-straight. Another trick: after straightening, take the cool shot on your blow dryer and blow it downward over your hair. This helps lock in the style, close the cuticle, and increase shine. It’s like a cold blast that “seals” your hair in its straight form.

Hair Care Advice: Sleek styles can reveal oily roots faster, so ensure your hair is freshly washed or use a dry shampoo at the crown before straightening to keep volume at the roots. When using clip-ins for a straight style, you might notice the clips if your hair is very fine - to combat this, tease a tiny section of hair at the root where you’ll attach each clip; this gives the clip more to hold onto and lifts the hair slightly at the root, covering the weft. As always, protect from heat: a straightening heat spray or cream will not only shield your strands but also often add smoothness. Because you’re using a flat iron, try not to go over the same section too many times to avoid heat damage. And once you’ve wowed everyone with your glass-hair look, remember to give both your natural hair and extensions some TLC. A deep-conditioning mask (for example, one with keratin or argan oil) will restore moisture after heat styling. If you notice your extensions looking a bit dull after many uses, you can also use a gentle clarifying wash followed by a rich conditioner to revive them. Store them flat and straight (you can even keep them clipped to a hanger) so they’re ready to go for your next sleek adventure. With these tips, your hair will be red carpet-ready - straight, shiny, and totally stunning.

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Romantic Updo with Tendrils: Old Hollywood Vibes

Image Reference: Monica Barabro with an elegant low updo with soft, face-framing tendrils for a romantic, Old Hollywood-inspired look (rain-mag.com).

One of Monica Barbaro’s most enchanting hair transformations is when she channels Old Hollywood with a romantic updo. Remember her Paris movie premiere look? She wore a graceful low bun with delicate tendrils framing her face, echoing 1950s starlet glamour. This kind of updo is timeless and perfect for special occasions when you want to feel like a movie star yourself. The style features a low, relaxed bun or twist at the nape of the neck, with a few wispy strands left out in the front. Those softly curled tendrils around the face are key - they add a whimsical, feminine touch that keeps the updo looking soft and not too severe.

How to Recreate the Look: Updos can actually be extension-friendly, even though it might not seem obvious. If your hair isn’t quite long or thick enough to get a full bun, clip-in extensions can provide extra length and volume to work with. Here’s how: Section off the top area of your hair (from temple to temple across the crown) and clip it away for now. At the back of your head, where you’ll form the bun, clip in a couple of extensions upside down. (Insider trick: by clipping the weft upside down, it lies flat when you pull the hair up into a bun or ponytail, making it comfortable and hidden.) You don’t need a ton - just one or two wefts to give you a fuller ponytail base. Now let the top section of your hair back down to cover those wefts. Gather all your hair into a low ponytail at the nape. Don’t pull it too tight - the beauty of Monica’s updo is its effortless softness. Secure with a hair tie that matches your hair color.

If you want the twist bun look, take the ponytail and gently twist it, then coil it around the base to form a bun. Secure the bun with bobby pins (use plenty, and the U-shaped hairpins can help for a loose bun like this). If you prefer a more textured knot, you can loosely braid the ponytail, pancake the braid (pull it apart a bit to widen it), and then wrap it into a bun for a cool braided updo. Now for the tendrils: intentionally pull out a few skinny strands of hair around your face before you finalize pinning the bun. Typically, two pieces at the front (one on each side of your part) and maybe a couple near your ears works well. Use a curling iron or even a small flat iron to curl these face-framing pieces away from your face. You want them to have a soft curl or wave - they should look romantic, not ringlet-y. Give them a light spritz of hairspray so they hold their curl, but still appear soft.

Styling Tips: Once your bun is secured and tendrils are curled, take a look from all angles with a mirror. Tweak as needed - maybe loosen a bit here, pin a stray there. The goal is an updo that looks polished yet effortless. If you have any extension wefts slightly peeking, adjust the surrounding hair to cover them or add an extra pin. Usually, with a low bun, it’s easy to hide extensions, especially seamless ones, since they’re so flush to the head. For extra glamour like Monica, you can accessorize the updo: think a sparkly hairpin on one side of the bun, or a classy comb. Keep accessories minimal, though, to maintain that elegant vibe. And remember those tendrils we love? Make sure they’re not too chunky - a common updo mistake is pulling out a huge section of hair in front. Thin, wispy pieces give that delicate, romantic feel. You can even take a single tendril and split it into two smaller ones if it looks too heavy. Finish the style by misting all over with a flexible hold hairspray. Use your hands to pat down any flyaways on top, or even a touch of pomade on fingertips can help tame those. The idea is to lock the style in place so it lasts all evening, but avoid shellacking it to where it looks stiff. Monica’s updos have movement and softness, and yours should too.

Hair Care Advice: Updos can put a bit of tension on your roots, so it’s important to be gentle. If you feel any pulling or discomfort from where the extensions are clipped or how the bun is secured, redo it a bit looser. Beauty should not equal pain! Also, because this style exposes your ends (in the tendrils and the bun), ensure they’re in good shape. A quick trim of any scraggly ends will make those face-framing pieces look much more polished when curled. After wearing an updo, always give your scalp a nice massage once everything is out - it boosts circulation and feels heavenly after a day of pins and clips. Brush out your extensions and hair to remove any tangles from teasing or pinning. If you used a lot of hairspray, you might want to wash your extensions the next day to keep them clean (product buildup on extensions isn’t cute and can reduce their lifespan). Simply wash gently in cool water with a mild shampoo, apply conditioner, and let them air dry. Store your extension wefts flat. With a little care, your extensions will stay in great shape, ready for the next time you want an insta-glam updo. Channeling Monica’s Old Hollywood hair has never been easier - or more fun!

Even for updos, lightweight seamless extensions are a game-changer - they add fullness to your bun without any bulky base, so you can achieve those romantic Monica-worthy styles with ease.

Conclusion: Transform Your Hair, Monica-Style!

Monica Barbaro’s hair journey shows that you don’t have to be limited to one signature look - you can have many. One day she’s rocking a playful highlighted lob, the next she’s glowing on the red carpet with lustrous waves or a chic updo. Now it’s your turn to play with these styles! The secret weapon in achieving all these looks is flexibility - and that’s exactly what seamless clip-in extensions offer. You can add length, volume, and even pops of color in minutes, then switch it up the next day, all while keeping your natural hair healthy. It’s like having a glam squad on standby in your drawer.

So go ahead, try Monica’s side-parted curls for your next date night, or clip in a few highlights for that lob you’ve been eyeing. Experiment with a sleek pony or an elegant bun at your next event - the possibilities are endless when you’re not permanently altering your hair. Just remember to take care of your tresses (and your extensions) along the way: gentle handling, good products, and proper maintenance will keep everything looking fab. With the right techniques and a little practice, you’ll be twirling in front of the mirror marveling at your own hair transformations. Because honestly, the only thing more fun than watching a celeb hair transformation is creating your own!

Ready to get started? If you’re looking for high-quality, user-friendly extensions to help you achieve these looks, try out Barely Xtensions! Our seamless clip-ins are insanely easy to use and made of 100% Remy Human Hair, so they blend like a dream (trust us, no one will know you have them in - even on that sleek straight style!). Plus, our extensions come in a variety of lengths and multi-tonal shades to match Monica’s brunette hues or whatever color you’re working with. It’s time to have some fun with your hair and unleash your inner hairstylist. With a little help from extensions and these Monica Barbaro-inspired tips, you’ll be turning heads and living your best hair life. Happy styling! 💁‍♀️

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