It’s been sticking around for a while, and doesn’t show any signs of leaving- it’s that slightly tousled, yet utterly romantic “boho braid”. Because braids have such a classic appeal they have been reinvented numerous times to fit a more contemporary look.

For a “Heidi” braid look—all you need are a handful of flat bobby pins, a couple of ponytail holders, and about ten minutes. To start, separate your hair into two equal pieces. You don’t need a severe middle part, however, you do need to make sure that you’ve got two even hunks of hair at the base/back of your head. If you have bangs, feel free to leave them out. Next, plait your hair into two braids (not too tight), starting each braid right behind your ear. When you finish each side, wrap a ponytail holder around the ends, then flip the braids up and over your head. You can either remove the ponytail holders and pin your locks in place, or just tuck the ends under the opposite braid and pin. Starting with the ends of your braids, pin them securely all along your head, working back to the origin of the braid. You’ll need approximately one pin (per braid) every two inches if you have medium to thick hair (less pins are required for finer, lighter hair).

You can also try to add one French braid or Fishtail Braid across your forehead, which are slightly more work, or one classic braid somewhere amidst your hair, down or up!

Whether to make a statement or to just add a little pizazz to your otherwise basic look, try adding a braid unexpectedly this week. Let us know what happens!

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