If you’re looking to try a new (but simple) hairstyle for fall, this braided half-up look is the perfect solution. It works for everyday or you can easily dress it up for a date or even a wedding. This works best with hair at the shoulders or longer, but could certainly inspire hairstyles for shorter cuts as well. And really, braided styles are easier than you think.
To start, make sure you have clear elastics, bobby pins, and a curling iron. You may also want hairspray and a finishing creme to prevent frizz. Let’s get started!
First you’re going to create two small braids on either side of your head. I always recommend holding the braid in the direction you’re going to pin it so that you don’t get any weird bumps, etc. Then pin both braids from one side at the back of your head and repeat on the other side. Remove the clear elastics and add in 1-2 more bobby pins to secure the braids in place. Finish by curling the hair that’s left down (you can also leave it natural or straighten it!). I also used Dove Flexible Hold Hairspray to keep the braids in place without making the curls look too stiff. I love the finished braided result!
Amanda Holstein
Blogger at Advice from a Twenty Something, Amanda Holstein lives in San Francisco, CA where she writes her modern advice column for the everyday, stylish girl. She’s not your high-fashion guru, she’s your friend who knows about the sale at Madewell and who’ll actually tell you if that shirt doesn’t look good on you (someone needs to, right?). Besides blogging, Amanda works full-time at Federated Media Publishing, helping some of her favorite online publishers do what they love.
Love this. Thank you for the tutorial! When my hair gets long, this will be a common “do.”
I’m so glad you like it, I think it’s so darling and easy!