The Mermaid Braid

August 5, 2013

With summer in full swing (and shortly coming to an end!), it’s totally time to play up your hairstyles! What better way to celebrate summer, femininity and all things ‘beachy’ than with the Mermaid Braid? Check out the steps below to master this mystical ‘do’!

1. Start with wavy hair, pull all of your hair over one shoulder, and separate into two sections.
2. Take one section and do a simple 3 strand braid. Then, secure with an elastic.
3. Repeat Step 2 on the second section.
4. Once you have two secured 3 strand braids, line them up next to each other, take a bobby pin, and pin them together. Add as many pins as necessary, starting at the base of your braid down to the end. Carefully remove the elastics from the ends of your braids and combine them and secure with one elastic.
5. Starting towards the top of your braid, gently tug on the outer sections of your braid to make little ‘loops’ and loosen the braid (this will give it a whimsical feel and leave your braid wide and dramatic!).

Voila! There you have it! This braid is beautiful, bold and perfect for any occasion the summer has to offer. And, the fact that it’s super simple is an added bonus! So grab your tools and get braiding! With this hairstyle, you’re sure to make a ‘splash’!

- Elizabeth Barkley