The Five Strand Braid

October 7, 2012

Braids have been a major trend this year. With the difficulty level ranging from beginner to pro, there are plenty to choose from. Somewhere in the middle of the difficulty spectrum lies the five strand braid. Be sure to allow yourself time to practice this braid because with five strands and two hands, it will take some getting used to. However, the work is definitely worth it! Follow the steps below to master the beautiful five strand braid.  (more…)

Milkmaid Braids

October 4, 2012

Milkmaid braids are making their mark in the beauty trend department! With tons of varieties to choose from, it’s a little tough to decide on a version that fits you. Keep in mind, they can be dressed up and polished for a glam appearance or worn loose and messy for a casual, laid back look. Whichever you prefer, follow the steps below to master milkmaid braids!

  1. Have hair down and brushed out to remove any tangles. Tip: Your hair can be wavy, curly or straight. This hair style works well on all!
  2. Take a section of hair from underneath your hair. Try to grab the section that sits behind your hair. (more…)

The Double Rope Braid Bun

September 28, 2012

The Double Rope Braid Bun is a simple, yet chic way to style your hair for any season! While the name may remind you of a classic childhood activity, luckily the steps aren’t quite as difficult.  The steps are actually quite simple once you get the hang of it. (If you need a quick refresher, see the similar ‘Unicorn Braid’ tutorial to review the basic beginner steps!) Once you’ve got the direction of the ‘twisting’ down, follow the steps below to take it to the next level!

Step 1 - Gather hair into a ponytail.

Tip: You can customize your end result by gathering hair into a high or low ponytail. This will change up the end look!

Step 2 - Divide ponytail into two sections. Take one section and clip back out of the way. (more…)

The Sidebun Series: The Braided Wrap Around Sidebun (Look #3)

September 7, 2012

Like this? Check out The Sidebun Series Look #1 & Look #2!

  1. Begin by parting the hair and creating a low ponytail. However, leave a section of the front part of your hair out.
  2. Separate the ponytail into 3-5 sections depending on the thickness of your hair. With each of these sections create a normal braid and secure each with an elastic band.
  3. Once secure begin to wrap the sections around the band and secure with hairband, use bobby pins to correct any faults with the style.
  4. With the section of hair that was left out, twist this and add it to the bun using bobby pins. Try to make it loose to create a more romantic feel.