How to Get a Halo Braid

The Halo braid stands to be one of the hottest trends for SS/14 and we’re head over heels for it in Dirty Looks office! So without further ado, here are our easy steps on how to get the halo braid.

The Halo Braid works better on long and unwashed thick hair but if you don’t feel that you have the right amount of thickness, and hair for that matter, then you could always use your HK clip in extensions to help achieve this updo.
How to get a Halo Braid - Step One:

The first step for how to get a halo braid is to prep your hair using the Tigi Bed Head Oh Beehive! Matte Dry Shampoo. This will give your hair more texture and grip which will help keep your halo braid in place. Once your hair is prepped, create a center part from the hairline, all the way down to the nape of the neck.

How to Get a Halo Braid - Step Two:

Begin a French braid at the middle of the back of your head, drawing hair into the braid from along the hairline.

How to Get a Halo Braid - Step Three:

Keep going with a horizontal French braid, encircling the crown of the head and continue to pull in new hair from along the hairline.

How to Get a Halo Braid - Step Four:

Once the braid encircles your head and arrives at the starting point, braid any loose ends and tuck them under the French braid. Then pin them in place with a few bobby pins.

How to Get a Halo Braid - Step Five:
Finish your halo braid with tons of Tigi Catwalk Your Highness Firm Hold Hairspray to ensure that it holds up throughout the day. (If you have thicker hair, you may need to use a few more bobby pins right around the braid to make sure it stays anchored into place).

With our handy guide on how to get a halo braid, you can rest assured that you’re ready for one of this summer’s hottest trend!

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