The disheveled elegance of beatnik braids continue to suffuse fashion and beauty trends. From halo to headband, French to fishtail, all kinds of elaborate entwines are being worn on the runway and the street. But the complexity of making these looks is off-putting for some, so here’s another option: A side-swept braided fringe. One of the best –– and easiest –– ways to adopt the trend, this insouciant look captures the beachy and bohemian aesthetic, keeps hair off the face on hot days, and can be worn in a variety of ways, as seen in the collage. For our tips to adding this simple and chic style to your arsenal, click notes.
Step: Towel-dry hair to damp. Separate your bang section and mist set and style spray into bangs. Blowdry them completely. Now mist them with dry shampoo; tousle and shake with hands for a nice gritty texture, perfect for braiding.
Step: Separate bangs into two or three strands –– two strands is simpler, three strands makes more detailed patterns. Wind the strands over and under each other to create a basic but beautiful braid. Take fine sections if you want a slender twine, take thicker sections for a chunky braid. Use a clip or bobby pins to fix braid into hairstyle.
Step: The rest of your hair can be styled as you like it. Wear with waves for upmost bohemia; sweep into a sleek upstyle to add drama to your free spirit; or make hair straight to create contrasting elements.
