Braided Hairstyles: How To Master The Classic French Braid

As summer is here, we girls have got various options to play around with our hair. Be it a chic bun, ponies or just twisted locks, summer gives us plenty of options to nail every hairstyle like a true fashionista. But apart from all the hairstyles, the most loved one is always pretty braids. From formal look to evening out with friends, date night to beach style, chic braids are always there to cover you. In fact, the best part is, if you are dealing with a bad hair day, braids are the easiest option to turn your sticky, frizzy hair into a gorgeous style statement.

There are a plenty of hair braiding styles you can try to transform your simple looks to extraordinary and make others envy your style. From simple three stranded braids to bohemian styles, you can pick your favourite one for each occasion. Even for those who have short or shoulder length hair, you can apply braiding in the form of twisted braids that are perfect for summer. After all, who says that braiding is only for those with long locks? If you are aiming for a party look, braids with beach-waved locks can be added to your chic style statements.

So, to get you started let's have a look at most common and classic hair braiding - the French Briad or fishtail. It may seem complicated with its intricate layering, but it is in fact quite easy to do on your own once you get the hang of it.

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How To Braid Your Hair - The French Braid

Here are the tutorials on how to master the French Braid in different ways:

1. French Braid With Accessories

From formal style to casual day out look, the French braid will be a great option to nail summer style like a diva. Blogger Shalini Samuel aka Knot Me Pretty shows us how to make French Braid easily. Take a look:

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2. Side French Braid

Be it that special date night with your BAE or Sunday brunching with buddies, the side braid is a super easy solution. Here's a tutorial for you:

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So, if you are a fashion enthusiast, try these different hair braiding techniques and stay stylish.

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