Don’t Be Afraid of the Braid

Braids. Believe it or not, they are in fact on-trend, right now. Does that worry you?  Do you have images of the Wendy’s girl in your mind? Don’t worry… we won’t style you like Pippi Longstocking.  However, these ladies did know a big trend when they styled their hair!  Braids today are a little bit different than braids of yesterday. Today’s braids have some sex appeal, some class and some sophistication to them. No Cindy Brady braids. Think Lauren Conrad. Think Amanda Bynes. Think Rebecca Romijn. Ok, is that a better image? Of course it is!

Braids are gorgeous.  They can be red carpet ready or they can be casual Sunday brunch looks.  However you choose to braid your hair you know you’ll be in great company and in great style. Before you start weaving your hair into those three sections, you’ll need to know a few important style tips to secure the best braid.  From styling products to hair products to braid ideas we’ll keep you in the “loop”!

Editor: Valerie Elizabeth

Staff Writer: Karen Yannacio Morse

5 DAILY FASHION TIPS:

1) Tease the braid a little to give it some edge!

2) Use a thickening lotion like Bumble & Bumble Grooming Crème to add more oomph to those braids!

3) Oscar de la Renta’s models rocked braid updos on the red carpet! Try it!

4) Add a pony tail extension, braid & wrap to create a sophisticated look. Quality extensions ONLY!!!

5) Wear braids, your way. Sophisticated or messy, try variations. LC seems to sport a new braid style weekly.

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