Don’t let your hair down this season. There are styles too good to just let your hair be. Your hair deserves to be styled in the best way possible, especially in this tussle between heat and monsoon. Braids are a unique way to keep the hair out of your way and give yourself a new look every single day at the same time, so why not try these unique braids that The Week has brought to you this season? Especially as we help you choose braids for different hair lengths as well.
Okasha Mulmi, make-up and hair artist at Galz Beauty Parlor in New Road, shares some styles and tips for you to try this season.
For short hair
Left side right side braid hair
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This style is a blessing if you don’t want hair to irritate you in the heat as it controls your hair and keep it in its right place. The style will accentuate your party look!
1. First part the hair on the right side and keep the portions separated with the help of a clip or pin.
2. On the right side, make a fish tail braid and tie it with a small rubber band.
3. Now split the left side into four portions and separate it with the help of bands or clips.
4. Get ready to make two pairs or left side right side braids, facing opposite each other.
5. Tie the braid near the forehead by adding small sections of hair from the right side only, until the very end of the first portion, and then tie it.
6. Repeat it in the second section, but this time, add small sections from the left side.
7. Repeat step 5 for the third section of the hair, and step 6 for the fourth section.
8. Once you’ve tied all the braids, take the fishtail braid, fold it and pin it near the left ear, under the other braids.
9. Repeat the step for the remaining braids with the help of pins.
10. Accessorize using pearl pins.
For medium hair
Trendy braid
This hairdo is perfect if you have curls and are looking to manage them with something lovely. This look is perfect for parties or formal occasions.
1. Make a deep side part on the right.
2. Take a generous portion of the hair in the left near the partition and make a plait, adding small section of hair as you go.
3. You can make it as loose as possible, as it highlights the creases.
4. Tie the braid with a clip, while you repeat the same on the right.
5. Bring the hair to the left, roll it and wrap it in the hair from the right portion.
6. Tuck it in place with a pin and repeat the step until the last strand.
7. Secure the locks with pins and small clips.
8. Use a tiara to enhance the look.
For long hair
Fancy Pony-Tail braid
This is a new twist to the ponytail and would be perfect if you want to add some sophistication to your long tresses.
1. Comb your hair and tie it with a thick rubber band.
2. Pick up three strands of hair from any side on the ponytail.
3. If you choose the left side, then take the right strand, cross it between the left strand and the middle.
4. Cross the left strand and pull it between the middle strand and the right strand, but take a little hair from the ponytail with the right strand.
5. Repeat the steps and when you reach the right side of the ponytail, don’t add any more hair into it, instead, tie it in a plait until it is long enough for you to do wrap it around and bring in the front.
6. Then repeat steps 4 and 5 until you reach all the way down.
7. Then tie it with a small rubber band. You’re ready to go!
For long hair
Side rope pattern braid
This look is perfect if you are going for a get-together or a picnic, as the braids look fun.
1. Separate the hair in three parts in the beginning.
2. Clip and separate the first portion of the hair if it is shorter than the rest. Keep the hair in the middle as you’ll be working with it at first, and put the rest of the portion away with another clip so that it doesn’t get in the way.
3. Take the hair in the middle from the right and work a side braid on it, where you take hair only from the left side.
4. Make sure it doesn’t mess with the other portion.
5. Tie the braid until you reach the left and end it by tying it with a rubber band.
6. Separate the third portion so that you can repeat steps 3, 4, and 5.
7. Do this until all you hair is braided save the front part.
8. Leave all the braids separately, or tie it together. You’re ready for the day!
Tips
• If you are having trouble tying the braids, then take a little water in your hands to keep the hair from tangling.
• You can even iron your hair first if you have curly hair and they are too difficult to manage during styling.
• If you plan to keep those braids for a long time, then make sure you use hair mousse or spray.
• You can always make a simple braid fancy by accessorizing it – use pearl pins, tiaras, and even bands and ribbons.
