Learn how to make hairstyles with braids

Plaits done on the fringe, medieval or fish scale. What is your favorite? Learn step by step at a hairdo to rock!

Braids that never went out of fashion, returned to invade the catwalks and the streets and can be viewed as gala hairstyles for special moments. There are many versions and models of locks for all types, from the most traditional to the most arranged.

Being a hairstyle that has always existed, the braids come to this new summer season 2010, remodeled and more fun to leave it well. Nothing of let it well holded or combed, because the season is asking for hairstyles with natural movement.

Models that follow as braid trend are the plaits, the spine or fish scales and the medieval style. From these styles, we can develop other hairstyles, letting your creativity flow!

Here are the steps for each model of braid:

French Braid

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The braid is very simple to do!

Simply divide your hair into three pieces and begin to make the braid as usual. After second pass over the lock of hair, start adding more hair to the locks of the two sides. Do the same motions fail far more to add more hair tresses, finishing the braid as usual.
A very modern hairstyle that can be done with the braid, for example, is developing the braid on the fringe.
The hairstyle was seen worn by the actress Jennifer Aniston in a presentation, making a great success!

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Fishtail Braid:

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This type of braid is perhaps the most complex, but with a little practice you can do it easily!

This hairstyle gives a super cool effect and can be used both day and for special occasions over the night.
Simply divide your hair into two separate parts and a thin streak on the outside of the two parties which has been divided, linking it to the opposite party. The same way should be done with the other side: separating another thin strand from the bottom, joining with the other side. Ideal for beginners is to hold a ponytail down and start doing the twisted, to facilitate.

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Medieval Braid style:

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The medieval braid style is one of the actresses’ favorite, currently, widely used mainly by Olsen twins!

It's very simple to do! Simply separate the front of the hair and make two braids, one on each side.
After finalizing them, pass each braid on each side and secure. Your medieval look is ready! You can hold the rest of the hair with elastic, leave them aside or loose, the way you prefer!
Complement your style using flowers or applications that fit the season!

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Now choose your favorite hairstyle and start practicing! Make success with different hairstyles made from braids!

Fabiola Taques Batista
Staff Writer Portais da Moda

Mariana Medeiros Seixas