The French Bang Braid

If you’re anything like me, your daily goal is to get out of the house on time, and still look like you made an effort! Whether it’s clothes, makeup or hair, i’m always looking for ways to cut back on time while doubling up on style! When you have long hair (accompanied by overgrown or side swept bangs) some mornings you may be walking that fine line of embracing the chic ‘just rolled out of bed’ look or the just plain’ bed head’ look! A great way to control the overall appearance of your hair is to dress up your bangs! The style I’ll show you in this tutorial may look like it takes time, but in reality you can have your hair tamed and pulled off your face stylishly in under five minutes! So grab a brush, a couple of bobby pins and get your fingers ready to master the french braided bang!

1. Brush your hair to remove any knots or tangles.
2. Then section off the amount of hair you want included in your braid.
3. Secure the rest of your hair back with a clip or elastic to ensure it won’t be touching the hair we’re working with.
4. Grab a small section and divide it into three pieces and begin braiding your hair.
5. (If you’re new to french braiding, the key is to place each strand over the other, like in a traditional three strand braid, except before placing a strand over the other you gather a bit of hair and combine it in.)
6. Continue braiding until your braid has reached the desired size. It’s important to keep pulling each piece nice and tight so the braid is snug and looks neat!
7. Once you’re finished braiding, grab a bobby pin and slide it under the braid. With your second bobby pin, slide it in the opposite direction to form an X shape. This will ensure your braid will stay secure all day!
8. Un-clip the rest of your hair and strategically place it over the bobby pins for a nice finished look!

As soon as that second bobby pin is secure, you’re ready to hit the door! Voila! The great thing about this style is it looks great with any hair type! Whether you have pin straight strands or curly locks the braided detail will add a great finishing touch that will leave you looking trendy and well groomed while still allowing you to leave the house on time. What more could you ask for?

The Faux Side Shave Braid

The majority of our favorite hair trends are influenced by top celebrities. A recent trend seen on top celebrities such as Rihanna, is a style that you’ll have to be ready to commit to! While the side shave can be a little shocking, we can’t deny the edgy appeal it exudes. Love it but don’t have the guts? Well you’re in luck. There is a faux side shave braid that will give you the badass look your aiming for, without sacrificing your locks. Follow the steps below to master this edgy style!

Steps 1 & 2: Start by parting your hair to the side you want left down. The key is to give yourself a dramatic part, so at least 3/4 of your hair should be to one side. (more…)

The Waterfall Twist Revisited, Again!

The waterfall twist is a unique style that adds a little something special to your typical down hairstyle. This style is also a lot easier than most because for the majority of the time you are working with only two pieces. So follow the steps below to master this pretty, whimsical ‘do’!

Step 1. Start with tangle free hair. Start with a section of hair behind your ear and divide it into two equal pieces.

Step 2. Twist the front section over the back section.

Step 3. Grab a piece of hair from the top and place it between your two first sections. Once the new piece is laying between your twist, pull it tight and keep it out of the way. (more…)

The Reverse French Braid

Although classic styles are a reliable go-to, every tradition needs a stylish update. A great example is the reverse french braid. While the classic french braid holds it’s own, this fun and quirky braid is a great version! See the steps below!

1. Start as you normally would with a french braid by taking a section of hair and dividing it into 3 strands.
2. As a second step, rather than placing the pieces over each other like a classic french braid, place them under each other. This is what will give your finished braid the ‘reverse’ look. (more…)

The Double Braided Headband

The double braided headband is a simple hairstyle thats cute and easy to do. It also works well with almost any hair lengths and textures, so it can be worn any time! Follow the steps below to master this low maintenance style! (more…)