Large Dutch Bang Braid

Bang braids are quickly becoming hot go-to hair style. They are perfect for taking unruly strands off your face and pulling hair back on humid days. For a bold look, ditch the headband and follow the steps below to master the Large Dutch Bang Braid.

1. Start with loose hair
2. Section off the amount of hair you’ll need for your braid and clip the rest of your hair back so it’s out of the way.
3. Start french braiding your hair. With a dutch braid, instead of gathering hair and placing strands over each other, you place strands under each other.
4. Continue to braid across the front of the head where your bangs should be until you reach the other side.
5. Finish the braid off normally and secure with an elastic. Then, take a bobby pin and secure the hanging braid behind your ear.

This look is great worn casual or formal. For a casual look, wear hair down and in waves or curls for a care-free look. To wear formal, gather the rest of your hair in a loose side bun or pony tail and voila! Instant glam!

- Elizabeth Barkley