Braids can be dreamy. But they can look daring too. They can make you look edgy. But they’re romantic as well. Very Bollywood-esque, no?
The best part is that my favs seem to love braids. But not the basic, run-off-the-mill version. Here are 5 ways they’ve reinvented the conventional, hairdo.
Rakul Preet Gave Soft, Angel Glamm
Rakul Preet’s look at Lakmé Fashion Week was a sight. The actress’s hair was swept back into a textured, low-hanging ponytail with face-framing strands. The back of the strands had been braided on both sides. Preet’s micro braids were secured with tiny hair ties, and that was it.
Kiara Ditched The Classic Bun
Kiara opted for a romantic, boho-chic braid for her mehendi. Mrs. Malhotra chose a fishtail-styled braid, perfect for summer.
The simplest way to achieve the look is by dividing the hair into two sections. Then, pick a piece of hair from the outside of one section and cross it over to the middle. The same has to be replicated on the other side, and so on. You can use the Sebastian Professional Re-Shaper Strong Hold Hairspray to add texture and movement to the style while holding it in place.
Sonam Didn’t Choose One
The bun-braid phenomenon is alive and well, Sonam proves that. A deep side-part is braided and pinned toward the back of the head. It is then swept back into a low, loose bun at the back of the head.
Malaika’s Braid Or Ponytail? You Decide
Malaika attempted something different recently. A side part was created first and then her hair was gathered into a ponytail around the nape of the neck. A ribbon was simply looped around the length of her hair in a criss-cross fashion.
The end result was a hairdo that looked a lot like a braid. This is how you reinvent the basic, conventional braid. Just run a few drops of the St.Botanica Moroccan Argan Hair Serum through your locks to soften them and eliminate frizz.
Deepika’s Was Clean & Classy
Deepika’s look was clean, neat, and elegant with her hair parted to the side. Front pieces were braided the three-way style and gathered into another braid at the back.
I’m adding these braid hairstyles to my mood board STAT.
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