How To: Upside Down French Braid Bun
Here is a simple
hairstyle that will keep your hair in place, and make you look equally stylish,
and sleek, even on hottest summer days (or for an elegant winter party).
I suppose that all you can think about in these long summer
days is how to keep your hair off your neck and shoulders, but you are probably
getting tired of the usual ponytail, and top knot hairstyles. So, here is a
suggestion, try a style that combines your two favorites, a French braid, and a
ballerina bun. And yes, now you can look interesting and polished even in the
tropical temperatures.
For making the Upside Down French Braid Bun you might want
to enlist a help of a friend who’s proficient in
French braiding, and it will be fun. But with a few basic hairstyling tools,
and a little knowledge in the science of braiding, you can do it on your own.
Just follow these simple steps.
Tools:
•a brush
•elastic bands
•bobby pins
•bun roll, mousse and hairspray (optionally)
Tip: Keep in mind that your hair will be easier to work with if
it’s not freshly washed.
Step 1
Start by gently brushing your hair to remove any knots. As
you are probably already well familiar with what your hair needs, this is the
best time to apply your usual hairstyling products (like mousse). Also, if you
want to, you can gently tease the hair on top of your head to add volume.
Step 2
At this point you should divide your hair by making a part
from your left ear across the crown of your head, to the right ear. Secure the
top part of your hair with a clip and this should make braiding the lower half
easier.
Step 3
Flip your head upside down, and then gently brush the hair
again. Start the French braid at the nape of your neck, and braid all the way
to the crown of your head. Then secure the hair with an elastic band, and leave
the ponytail free.
Step 4
Remove the clip from the top part of your hair. Tie the hair
and the ponytail left from the braid together in a high ponytail.
Step 5
Now you make a bun. For this you can use a bun roll. Slide
it over your ponytail, arrange your hair around it, and then gently tuck it
under the roll, and secure with bobby pins.
Or, you can do it without the bun roll. Just tease your hair
a little, then twist it (you can also braid it if you want), and then wrap it
around the elastic band. In the end secure it with bobby pins. You can leave a
few strands out, if you want, for a messier look.
Step 6
In the end you can spray some hairspray on the brush, and
smooth out any frizz.
The beauty of the Upside Down French Braid Bun is that it is
versatile, and practical, as it is elegant. You can wear it to the beach, to a
party, but also to the office. You can keep it smooth and sleek, or leave a few
strands out for a fun, relaxed look. Whatever choice you make, you can’t make a mistake, and you will
definitely be noticed wherever you go. Just go on and try it!