An elegant French braid, as well as hairstyles created on its basis, are always a relevant way to create a feminine image, regardless of clothing style and body shape. Original zigzags, waterfalls, braid buns, reverse braiding and chignons - all this is available to beautiful fashionistas even with medium hair length.
In addition, the popularity of this hairstyle and its variations is also due to the ability to create a weave yourself, using simple and familiar means: a flat comb, hairpins, hairpins and means for styling and fixing curls.
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Features of self-weaving a French braid
Beautiful hair is always in fashion, and this statement is actively cultivated by global brands today. Looking at photos of models and celebrities demonstrating elegant braiding, it may seem that creating many braided hairstyles requires considerable skill. However, everything is much simpler, and with proper skill, all of them become accessible not only thanks to the skill of the master, but also through independent attempts to create an original image. Using the tips below, you are sure to achieve stunning results. So.
- To achieve more volume, it is enough to backcomb the roots of your hair using a fine-toothed comb.
- When using balm or conditioner, always apply the product to clean hair immediately before creating your hairstyle.
- You can avoid constant hair tangling when braiding by using a special antistatic comb.
- To maintain its shape for a long time, use a fixing gel or varnish.
It is worth noting that hairstyles based on a French braid do not always work out the first time. Only experience in this case becomes the main assistant. Therefore, to achieve the desired result when trying to braid a braid on your own, it is recommended to practice your skills on another person.
Option for medium length hair
Using this scheme, you can get a so-called inverted or reverse braid. Spray thoroughly combed hair with hairspray (lightly) and move the bulk of the hair to the side. Just as in the first option, three small strands should be separated, but now not in the center of the head, but from the forehead in a circle.
Please note that in the process you need to intertwine the outer strand on the right side with the strand located in the middle, and then add a central curl, which is then intertwined with the left strand. This action should be repeated up to the occipital area.
Braiding continues until the end of the hair length, where it is intercepted with an elastic band, ribbon, or hairpin.
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Original styling with a fishtail
If you have already practiced enough and braid your hair easily and quickly, it’s time to diversify your hairstyles. The herringbone braid looks original in various styles.
Ponytail braid
How to make a fishtail? The easiest option for beginners.
- Gather clean curls at the top of the head and secure with an elastic band;
- Divide the strands into two equal parts, weave in the classic way;
- Secure the ends with a thin elastic band and cover with a strand.
Side laying
Another simple but effective styling. The longer the curls, the more interesting the hairstyle looks.
Procedure:
- wash your hair and dry it;
- gather all the strands to one side;
- divide into two equal parts, braid the fish spikelet in the usual way;
- add volume if desired.
Note! The side braid lays beautifully in front. For this reason, braid your hair to a sufficient length. You won’t pull the braid back, otherwise the strands will bristle.
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Classic Malvinka
One of the simplest options.
Step by step:
- Comb clean, dry hair well and gather it back;
- Gather the side strands as for a regular “malvinka”, connect them, secure with an elastic band;
- braid the fish spikelet in the usual way or weave a ribbon.
Advice! If you make the braid too tight, the braid will stick out. Braid your hair gently.
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The original version made from rubber bands
A triple fishtail hairstyle can be easily achieved with the help of a large number of thin elastic bands. The method is simple and original. The result is a braid that does not need to be braided.
How to weave a fishtail from rubber bands? Instructions:
- separate two side strands about two centimeters wide;
- connect with a thin elastic band, turn inside out - you get the beginning of a braid;
- take the next two strands, connect them, turn them out the same way;
- continue until you have “braided” the braid;
- secure the bottom, wrap it with a thin strand or decorate it as desired.
Hairstyle “Two in one”
Your actions:
- braid two fish spikelets of medium length from the sides;
- using a narrow elastic band on the top of the head, connect both braids;
- Leave the rest of your hair loose;
- if you want, continue braiding and create a beautiful pike tail from two braids;
- make sure that the strands do not stick out from the sides while weaving.
Advice! If you are not very comfortable braiding, gather the upper part of the braids with a loose elastic band, and carefully remove it after finishing the work.
Mermaid tail headband
An interesting hairstyle suits many girls every day. For a festive version, you can make the braid softer and decorate it with decorative hairpins in some places.
Procedure:
- gather the curls on one side;
- braid the classic version of the braid, wrap it around your head like a headband;
- you can make two low fish-spike braids, also wrap each on the opposite side;
- secure the edge with pins or bobby pins;
- If you have bangs, curl them up slightly. A slightly fluffy headband and bangs will completely transform your hairstyle.
Everyday styling
This neat hairstyle is suitable for young girls. It’s good to go to class with this hairstyle: it’s fashionable, stylish, and the strands don’t get in your face.
How to proceed:
- part your hair at the back;
- Also divide the left and right parts in two, braid two fish spikes;
- Wrap each braid in a ball and secure with hairpins;
- you can make tight buns or more voluminous ones, secure them closer to the back of the head or lift them up. The scope for imagination is unlimited;
- decorate the central part of the rolls with hairpins with beads or small flowers at the ends;
- Place decorative pins in a circle. The main thing is to know when to stop.
Headband
To obtain a neat weave, the hair must be washed, dried and lightly treated with mousse before creating a hairstyle. To begin, determine the parting line along the hairline. The headband is braided in the usual way, from ear to ear. In the occipital area of the head, the finished braid is intercepted with an elastic band (clip), or can be continued along the entire length of the hair.
Hairstyle options
The classic fishtail is the ideal basis for more complex and beautiful hairstyles.
- 1. The easiest way is to let the strands out a little. You can simply loosen them with your hands along the entire length, give them a slightly disheveled look, or pull out the strands, give them the desired shape and sprinkle them with varnish, it will look careless, but very stylish. If you release a thin strand on each side along the entire length, forming semicircles, the braid will become a real lace work of art.
- 2. A big plus of the fishtail is the ability to visually enhance the shine of the hair. This is explained by the peculiarity of the weaving: thin strands intertwined with each other cross-reflect light, which increases not only shine, but also the play of color. It looks very beautiful on highlighted hair, especially if you choose only bleached hair for some strands for braiding. You can weave strands of a different color into your braid, such as ruby, purple and even blue. Colored strands are sold in hairdressing salons or specialty stores.
- 3. You can braid a fishtail instead of a regular braid, make two of them or braid them around your head. On long hair, three fishtails woven into a regular braid look beautiful. Add a beautiful hairpin to it and you’ll get a chic evening hairstyle.
- 4. Different weaving techniques can be combined with each other. Start making a French braid, from which the fishtail will originate. Or weave regular braids at the sides and join them into a fishtail. Instead of regular braids, you can weave fishtails on the sides. A braid can complete almost any hairstyle.
- 5. A braid braided from a high ponytail on the top of the head looks intriguing and aristocratic. To create a stylish business look, the fishtail can be tied into a bun. At any interview or business meeting, this hairstyle will attract attention and will not look provocative.
- 6. A common and romantic option is to braid your hair on one side. Start from the temporal part with a simple spikelet, moving diagonally to the other side, ending with a fishtail. The finished braid can be thrown forward over the shoulder, decorated with a colored ribbon, hair accessories or a hoop. Decorations with flowers, small hats, beads and even feathers are widely used.
- 7. One of the weaving methods is a cascading fishtail. Its peculiarity is that for the main braid it is necessary to select a small part of the hair near the forehead, gradually weaving the remaining strands into the main braid. The side strands should be symmetrical and slightly loose. You will get a delightful and unusual hairstyle.
You can weave a fishtail in a variety of ways. A hairstyle with this braid will allow you not only to show creativity, but also to feel special, be it a business meeting, a walk or a romantic date.
Zigzag
It is best to create this hairstyle the next day after washing your hair, since in this case, the strands are more pliable, and short hairs do not “fluff”. Weaving is performed according to the standard pattern, however, to obtain a zigzag, the curls should be intertwined, first covering the upper part of the head. The required zigzag is created by turning the braid 90 degrees in the desired place, which must be repeated as you weave.
The resulting letter “Z” should be secured with a hairpin or elastic band.
Step by step weaving
Step 1
You need to create a hairstyle on clean, dried hair. The first step in creating a French braid is combing. It is necessary to comb your hair carefully, because it is difficult to weave a braid with tangled strands, and visually it will not look very presentable. For best results, use mousse or other cosmetic products.
Step 2
Decide for yourself which side you want to braid on. It must be braided from the forehead line. Take a strand from the top of your head (the side you will braid on) and divide it into 3 sections.
Step 3
Start braiding by dragging the right and left strands alternately over the central part. Continuing to move the right strand, add a loose section of hair from the front of your head. Bringing the left section over the center section, grab the hair from the back of your head. Try to tuck under the main strands.
Step 4
Following the given algorithm of actions, braid the hair up to one ear. Remember that it must be free so that the side strands can be pulled out of it.
Step 5
After you run out of hair to grab, continue to braid an ordinary braid in 3 strands to the end. Secure the tip with a tight elastic band.
Step 6
To complete your hairstyle and give it airiness, you need to carefully pull out all the side parts of the braid without touching the strands of the braid. The hairstyle will acquire luxurious volume and visual density.
