Photo 1- You Totally Got This: 4 Easy Braids For Rookies

Beauty DIY - The Headband Braid If you've followed recent celeb hair trends, you've probably come across the headband braid. Stars such as Ashley Olsen, Jessica Alba, and Sienna Miller have all rocked this infamous up do. It's feminine and sweet while keeping hair out of your face and can be worn as a casual style or with a dressier look. Try this quick hair fix that's a great style for an after work date! The greatest thing about this chic coif is that you won't need to see a stylist! Here's what you'll need - Between 3-5 bobby pins depending on the thickness of your hair, strong-hold hairspray, and a hair band. Step 1 - Part hair in the center of your head and make two braids, one on either side. Step 2 - Tie the bottom of one braid and hold the other. Step 3 - Take the braid you are holding and bring it up around the top of your head, just behind your forehead, and secure the end down with bobby pins. Step 5 - Spray your braided headdress generously with an extra strength hold spray.

How to Style a Waterfall Braid No-effort hair has never looked so cool, sexy and dressy. A cascade braid has a nonchalant flair, yet it is chic and elegant despite its rather messy aspect. Learn how to style a waterfall braid following a few easy steps and get ready to unleash the lovely, princess hair for a fairytale look. There is something special about this beautiful hairstyle that makes it so otherworldly despite its apparent simplicity and carefree, slightly messy finish. Summertime and long, sunny days represent a great pretext for you to try different 'dos. Get ready to look drop-dead gorgeous and give your Rapunzel locks an eye-popping twist. The waterfall braid is a cute detail that adds a playful, yet elegant touch to your overall aspect, despite its simplistic, subtle look. The best thing is that you can make another variation starting with the cascade plait and create a healthy, bold side braid. You don't need special tools and products in order to achieve this style. Photos via lovemaegan.com

Summer Nights Hair Tutorial Braids have got a tight hold on me these days. You can bet my summer locks will become well acquainted with braids and wildflowers this season. Here's a simple way to take advantage of both.. Supplies: bobby pins, small wildflowers (real or faux). 1. I'm off to a photo shoot, crossing my fingers that we beat out the rain. p.s. You're the winner of the September Willow giveaway!

Nasty Gal Blog We’re always secretly jealous of cute braiding styles we see on blogs and out in the street, but always end up opting for the five-second bun or ponytail instead. That is, until our hairstylist showed us how easy it is to re-create this awesome braid that will crown you babe for the day. Here’s how to master your favorite new braid in five simple steps. 1. First things first, split your hair down the middle. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

: Messy Rope Braids and Low Bun Hair Tutorial Fashion + DIY + Lifestyle These little rope braids are a fun way to add a little style with your own hair, creating a sort-of headband of sorts. Your hair doesn’t need to be extremely long, but you do need some length to cover the top of your head with. If you have layers, you could instead create a tiny French Braid where the hair is shorter and closer to your head, if that makes sense. But it’s a fun and cute braided hair style that’s just a little different. I originally wore this style last Summer with two slightly larger braids Watch and Enjoy… * Notes: Instead of one large bun, create two or three little buns at base of your head OR swap the bun for a clean pony tail. Wear it Up… Wear it Down… * Just bobby pin them in place or use a pretty barrette * Click Here for my DIY Tassel Earrings shown above * Have Fun! Find all my Hair Tutorials here!