Tuesday, November 8, 2011

Braids

One of the big hair trends for this season is braids. From side-swept to fishtail to French braids, this style has been called elegant, sophisticated, and practical.


A story in the International Herald Tribune said of braids: “There is nothing more practical, romantic and easy-to-do than all kinds of braided hairstyles. Braids and braided head buns make you look like a character from a rose tinted Jane Austen novel. Braids have been adopted and reinvented in every wave of fashion the world has come across. From Grecian goddesses to the contemporary supermodels, every woman has tried to twist and turn braids to create their respective signature looks. Besides, milkmaid braids and side-swept, overlapping braid hairstyles are also making a comeback this season.” (http://bit.ly/uFMnZo)

We have collected a few photos and how-to videos to help you make the most of this trend.

• Some images of the braided updo to inspire you... http://www.bellasugar.com/Braided-Updo-Trend-Fall-2011-19063624

• The super-trendy fishtail braid...a how-to in pictures. http://www.bellasugar.com/How--Learn-Fishtail-Braid-2772862

• Scroll down for videos that show you how to do the fishtail braid and a French braid. http://www.beautips.info/make-up-and-hairstyle-tips/winter-2010-2011-hairstyle-trends-braided-hairdos/

• A how-to on creating a braided bun, a la Taylor Swift. http://bit.ly/vo6fJu

• A side-swept, fashionably untidy braid. http://bit.ly/rrfs0S

• Using a leather strip as an accent for a braid... http://bit.ly/rACfHh

• 5 ways to wear a headband braid, even if your hair is short. http://bit.ly/vSrF7r

Whether you are planning to braid your hair for a special occasion or for everyday wear, there are lots of styles to choose from. You may even want to try a few to see which one works best for you!

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