Braiding short hair can be hard, but there are many ways to make it work. I am a big fan of the Accent Braid, which is basically a small braid that is encorporated into a hairstyle, adding detail and texture to something otherwise pretty basic.
In short hair, a small braid can go a long way to make you feel like you have more options…..I urge you to experiment!
Today’s little holiday hairstyle incorporates a basic French braid, with two very basic little twists, pinned together despite the little hairs that didn’t make it in……And don’t fret about those little hairs that don’t quite make it. They add softness to the style:) Here is a step-by-step.
- Create a French braid down the center section of the back of the head, leaving out the hair on either sides. The section should be roughly from behind one ear, to behind the other.
- Secure the end of the braid with a clear elastic. Then, flip the end underneath, tucking it inside the braid to make it disappear. Secure it with a bobby pin.
- Take all the hair from one side, and twist it together, bringing it towards the back of the head. Pin it into place over the base of the braid.
- Repeat on the other side, overlapping the first twist if possible. Secure with more pins.
Take some time today to wander your neighborhood, seeing what is growing…..We are abundant with colored berries this time of year in the PNW……..Rainbow colors in an otherwise very gray existance!
Tuck berries or greenery into your hairdo. This is a great way to fill in gaps, and to adorn your crown for the season.
For a meditational rainbow foraging treat, check out #hthgcolormeditation on Instagram and find the first post….Follow directions!
For more botanical inspiration check out #filthandbeautymandala
Here for more foraged braids.
Enjoy!
xo, HTHG
