How to weave a braid with a front inside. Weaving braids: hairstyle ideas, step-by-step photos and weaving patterns. Video: ghoul from braids
Many ladies prefer to braid inverted voluminous braids instead of regular ones, as they look much more advantageous. The progenitor for the very first eversion braid is. One smart man, unfortunately, his name has been erased by the sands of time, came up with, while weaving a braid, to put the locks not up, but under the bottom, that is, under each other. It would seem such a trifle, but what's the difference. An inverted braid looks more magnificent, and more voluminous, and more interesting, and more beautiful. Judging by the fact that this braid is also called "Danish", this all happened in distant Denmark. Today, this method is used to weave not only spikelets, but also almost all known variants of braids - and so on. Below are some of the most popular hairstyles that use the inverted weave technology.
How to weave classic twisted braids: step by step instructions
- Separate a small strand of hair from the total mass and start weaving an ordinary French spikelet, only put the strands under the neighboring ones, and not on them.
- On the second segment of the braids, add new ones captured from the free mass to the main strands and also put them under the bottom.
- Weave in this way to the base of the neck. At this point, the loose hair should be fully utilized.
- Braid the remaining end like a standard three-strand braid.
- Stretch the braids along the entire length to give it extra puffiness.
Classic twisted braid braided by herself
This video is detailed instructions the classic weaving of a chic braid inverted to itself.
Stretching the braid is a very important finishing point. The main thing here is not to overdo it and not ruin everything. How to properly stretch the lobules of an inverted braid with the two most common and in simple ways available shown in the video below.
- Divide hair into two equal parts using a vertical parting.
- Separate an inverted French braid on each half.
- Straighten each braid by pulling on the wedges.
The heroine of the following video very clearly shows how you can braid two parallel braids inside out yourself on your head.
Two twisted braids will look unusual, bright and original if multi-colored strands of kanekalon are woven into them - a synthetic fiber very similar to real hair. Moreover, creating such a hairstyle on your own head with your own hands will not be difficult. You just initially need to attach the fiber under the top section of hair on each side, and then braid two classic braids inside out.
If you start weaving from the temple and, grabbing the strands, move to the ear on the opposite side of the head, then the result will be an original performance of the braid to one side. Moreover, the diagonal braid is woven over it quite easily, so that it can easily be braided both on your own head and on someone else's. And if you add decorative elements such as flowers, hairpins with pearls or stones, a beautiful hairpin, and so on, then this hairstyle may well act as an evening option.
Inverted French braid to the side
An inverted braid, braided from the side, looks beautiful and original. It is woven similarly to the diagonal one, only you need to move first along the forehead, and then behind the near ear down to the base of the neck.
- Tie the top half of the hair into a ponytail at the crown of the head.
- Put your fingers in the middle of the hair section above the elastic and pull the end of the tail inward, twisting it around you.
- Grab some more hair on the sides, tie it together with the tail and twist again.
- Divide the resulting ponytail into two halves and braid the inverted French.
- It is woven in the same way as usual (you need to separate the extreme strand from each half in turn and throw it to the other side, and add an additional strand of free hair to each subsequent weave), but only the strands are shifted from the inside, and additional strands are also placed under the bottom ...
- Braid to the tip, tie with an elastic band and straighten the braid by pulling on its segments.
Inverted braids with ribbons
The inverted braids already look interesting in themselves, and if you add a bright ribbon to their weaving, then the hairstyle will look stylish, fashionable and elegant.
How to fix a tape in a braid (5 ways)
Before you start to weave any braid with a ribbon, you need to carefully and beautifully fasten this ribbon in your hair. This can be done in many different ways, the presented video tells about five of them.
Such a braid is woven according to the scheme below.
- You need to start at the temple.
- Separate a small strand, and fasten the tape under it.
- Divide the strand into three parts, the tape acts as the fourth strand, but stands in third position if you count from left to right.
- The first strand must be put under the second, and under it the tape.
- The fourth strand on the adjacent one, and the tape on top of it.
- Then, to the extreme strands, add an additional one of those hairs that are not yet used, and additional strands must always be put under the bottom.
- Braid in this way, moving towards the opposite ear.
- Tie to the end, tie the end of the remaining ribbon around the braid and form a bow or secure everything together with an elastic band.
- You can comb the tip of the braid to make it look fuller.
- Divide hair in half evenly from the middle of the forehead to the base of the neck.
- Put the ribbon on your head as if it were a rim and so that one of the ends of the ribbon falls off each half of the hair.
- On one side, temporarily fasten the tape with a clip.
- And in the second half, braid the inverted braid in the same pattern as the diagonal braid described above.
- Wrap the remaining end of the tape around the braid, tighten the knot, and form a bow.
- Do the same for the second half.
- Spread out both braids.
Knowing the technology of weaving twisted braids and combining them with other elements, you can create an endless variety of wonderful voluminous hairstyles.
Inverted braid: hairstyle video
Inverted fishtail with ribbon
Twisted braid basket with flower
Side weaving of an inverted braid combined with a bun
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Regardless of age, profession and social status, a woman often does not have enough time to create an interesting and attractive hairstyle. An ideal solution to this problem is a bundle. Hairstyles with ghouls are always stylish and elegant, adding sophistication and femininity to the image.
A bun is a type of hairstyle for women in which the hair is gathered into a knot. According to the dictionary of V.I. Dahl, a gulka is a lump, a growth. Thus, all three names - bun, bun, bump - describe the same hairstyle.
Such popularity of the beam is due to its undeniable advantages:
- A bun hairstyle does not require a lot of time or effort. This is due to the fact that there is only one execution technology. At the first stage, the tail is collected, and then the hair is curled into a bun. With an increase in the complexity of the beam, the time and effort spent on the hairstyle increases proportionally.
- Hair tied into a bun, securely fixed with hairpins and invisible hairpins, will not interfere with housework or active physical exercise, and will also retain their appearance and shape for a long time.
- Gulka, like any high hairstyle, helps open the face and neck, allowing you to focus on beautiful makeup or a graceful neck with a well-chosen decoration.
Types of beams
The beam can be different and its type is selected in accordance with the shape of the face:
- All types of hairstyles are suitable for girls with an oval face type, including a comfortable bun. With an elongated shape, they try to avoid high styling and hair pulled back at the temples, so as not to visually lengthen the face even more, so if you want to build a bun, it is better to release bangs.
- Owners of a round shape, trying to bring the shape closer to the oval contour, opt for high hairstyles, including a bun.
- High or asymmetrical styling and oblique bangs will help soften a square face, so it is quite logical to give preference to a bun.
- Holders of a triangular shape are recommended to abandon the side strands tucked back, therefore, most often a careless bundle with released curls is constructed.
- With a diamond-shaped face, it is recommended to wear not too voluminous, but not too slicked hairstyles, so a ghoul made on the back of the head and opening the neckline is perfect.
- The contour of the face with a heart and a bun are combined if there is an elongated bang with slight thinning and thin curls released on the sides.
- A rectangular face will help soften up hair, an asymmetrical parting and a lush long bangs, so you need to try to fit a bun into this picture.
Photo gallery: selection for different face types
We collect hair in a ponytail and braid a pigtail from one strand
Twist the tail into a plait and wrap it around the base
We wrap the pigtail around the beam
The result is a neat, beautiful hairstyle.
Many women prefer voluminous hairstyles and styling. In this case, before collecting the tail, you need to comb or curl your hair with a curling iron.
Video: 10 everyday buzzes
A bunch can be not just elegant and airy, it can be given a touch of antiquity, emphasizing the prettiness and purity of the female image. This hairstyle is called a Greek bun, and it consists of curls, partially or completely gathered in a ghoul.
Execution order:
We put on a special headband
Separating a section of hair from one side
Passing a lock of hair through a bandage
We pass the remaining half of the hair from the same side through the bandage
Follow the same steps to wrap your second side hair around the headband.
We connect the remaining ends together
Hiding the ends inside the hair
The hairstyle is ready, you can decorate it
As a result, we get an elegant Greek bun
Video: Greek hairstyle in three minutes
A bundle of curls consists of two classic elements: buns and wavy strands. Considering a traditional bun to be boring and suitable only for a business style, many girls prefer a bun of curls.
Hairstyle creation takes place in several stages:
Gulka from curls makes the image romantic and light
Video: a bunch of curls
A French braid, coupled with a ghoul, will give the female image a share of intricacy and intrigue, and is suitable both for a walk on a hot summer day and for a solemn evening.
To collect such a bundle, you need to follow these steps:
Divide hair into three curls
We braid the ends of the hair into a regular braid
We tighten the edges of the woven strands, expanding the braid
We collect hair from the third zone into a ponytail
Putting a donut on the tail
We do bouffant on the tail
We build a ghoul and wrap a braid around it
We put the bangs and admire the result
Video: elegant bun with a braid
By combining the technique of openwork weaving and ghoul, you can create unique images.
The original bun with openwork weaving is performed in several stages:
We collect hair in a ponytail
Divide the tail into three parts
We braid a braid
Fasten with an elastic band
Straighten the right edge of the braid
We wrap the braid around the base of the tail and fasten
The bun can be decorated and turned into an evening hairstyle
Video: ghoul from braids
A bundle of low braids: an option for every day. By following the steps, you can turn your braid into a stylish, everyday hairstyle.
Execution order:
We braid the tail
We wrap the braid inward
We fix the resulting bundle with pins
A casual bun from a low braid is ready
Video: bundles without a donut in 2 minutes
Babette with braids is one of the beam variations.
The hairstyle got its name from the name of the main character of the comedy film "Babette Goes to War", played by the French actress Brigitte Bardot.
You can get closer to the image of the famous Brigitte Bardot by doing the following:
Babette with braids is a good hairstyle option for going to a social event
Spit waterfall is based on French style weaving. The main feature is that the lower curls are released downward.
Step-by-step instructions for creating a hairstyle:
We make a side parting and select three strands
We begin to perform French weaving
Release the lower strands of the braid down
Weave a braid on one side of the head
We continue weaving to the edge of the ear
We collect the remaining strands with an elastic band in the tail
We fix the ends of the lower strands over the tail with invisibility
We make the tail fleece
This hairstyle is suitable for both everyday wear and for a special occasion.
Step-by-step instructions for performing bundles with braids from the bottom up
You can add a twist to the bun by performing an original pigtail, woven in a not quite traditional way. The main feature of this hairstyle is that the braid is not braided from the crown of the head to the base of the neck, but vice versa. In this case, different weaving techniques can be used.
French braid
To learn simple French weaving, just follow the step-by-step instructions:
The French braid is the basis for many more complex hairstyles.
Bundle with French braid from bottom to top
Having mastered the weaving of a simple French braid, you can build an interesting bundle on your head with a slant from the bottom up, performing the following sequence of actions:
Tilt your head and braid a French braid from the back of the head to the crown
We braid up to the top of the head
We collect hair in a high ponytail and secure with an elastic band
Weaving braids is not at all difficult to master. To do this, you need to understand the principle of each technique. The main part of the braids is woven on the basis of a French braid, which can have a lot of different variations. At first glance, the technique of weaving it may seem difficult for beginners, but if you understand its principle, then you can master it very quickly.
In the article you will find step-by-step videos and photos that will help you learn how to create the most beautiful ones with your own hands.
Different types and patterns of braiding
Today, every girl, if she wishes, can learn how to weave braids. To do this, it is not at all necessary to attend expensive courses, because if you have the Internet, you can master weaving lessons without leaving your home. To do this, you just need to purchase a training head (dummy) for training. You can buy such a blank in a specialized store or order it online.
Beautiful and simple hairstyles 2019 with braiding
Weaving for long and medium hair
First you need to master the classic French braid weaving. Weaving starts from the very top of the head. In its execution, it is close to a simple braid, but has its own characteristics. Three strands are not enough to create a French braid. To complete it, you will always need to add new strands on each side. This turns out to be very strong and at the same time quite interesting. This kind of weaving is especially fond of girls who prefer an active lifestyle.
How to make a French braid yourself? Step-by-step instructions with photos and videos
Photo of the finished hairstyle
Weaving a French braid step by step photo for beginners (diagram). Take three small strands and start braiding as usual.
Then add one more thin strand to the right and left. They should lie neatly on top of the main ones.
When all the hair is braided and only the tail remains, we continue to weave an ordinary three-strand braid.
We fix the ends with an elastic band or hair clip.
A step-by-step video for beginners on weaving a classic French braid
The second variant of braiding is more interesting and at the same time easy to learn, it is called the French braid "Return". This option is suitable for owners of thin hair. Thanks to the peculiarity of weaving, the finished hairstyle is voluminous. It is often used to create a festive look. The peculiarity of weaving is that the weaving of the strands is performed from below, and not reconciliation.
Step-by-step photo for beginners: weaving a reverse French braid
We separate three straight strands and start weaving a regular braid just the other way around (the strands are not put on top of each other, but taken down).
When the braid is braided, we fix the ends with a clip and pull out the strands to give the braid puffiness and volume.
Video for beginners: weaving a back braid
A French braid in the form of a rim looks harmonious when creating a romantic look. She gives the girl charm and tenderness. Weaving a headband is not difficult. This hairstyle is easily braided on both long and medium hair. With this, you can remove the bangs, leaving your face as open as possible. The braid starts from the right temporal part of the head, and ends at the left temple (the order can be changed).
Fashionable hairstyle 2019: one and two dragon braids
Braiding with ribbons
Braids with ribbons do not lose their popularity. This hairstyle looks original and always attracts the attention of others. The belts are available in various thicknesses and materials. Satin, silk and lace ribbons look especially beautiful in the hairstyle.
To weave the braids, you need a tape that will be twice as long as the strands. The easiest option is to weave three strands. To do this, you need a silk or satin ribbon and two elastic bands.
Stages of braiding with silk ribbon
- Comb the hair thoroughly and collect in a ponytail.
- Fasten the tape with an elastic band, stretch and fold in two parts. Fasten the knot, making sure the ends of the tape are the same length.
- Secure the resulting braid with an elastic band.
Four-strand braid with ribbon: phased photos
We separate four strands, attach a ribbon to one of them.
We weave a four-strand braid in the usual way, only instead of one strand you will have a ribbon.
The tape should run down the middle of the braid.
At the end of the weaving, we slightly pull the loops at the pigtail.
Video tutorial on weaving a four-strand braid
Hairstyles with braids
Any everyday hairstyle can be supplemented with braiding, thereby adding novelty to the familiar look.
Lovers of loose hair will appreciate the Waterfall hairstyle. This option looks great on both straight and wavy curls. Weaving can be done in a straight line or diagonally.
Weaving braids from 4 strands looks spectacular. The result is a beautiful 3 D effect. To create a hairstyle, you need to select a strand at the crown and divide it into four equal parts. The last strand must be brought under two strands and back to the previous one. The same thing on the other hand. Further, the outermost strand taken from the bulk is added to the outermost strand from the braid. You need to continue weaving until you run out of loose strands.
Business ladies can diversify a classic bun by making it from braids. To do this, you need to tie well combed hair in a high or low ponytail. Divide it into two equal parts from which to weave regular three-strand braids and secure them with silicone rubber bands. Next, the braids need to be twisted into a bundle and secured with hairpins or invisible ones. After that, the bundle must be fixed with medium fixation varnish. It is recommended to decorate the finished hairstyle with accessories. Decorated combs, ribbons, clips with bows are suitable for this.
Fashionable combination of 2019 braids and bun
The delicate weaving of braids looks exquisite (photo below). The weaving technique is very simple. To do this, you need to weave any braid without tension. After that, from each tier, you need to pull the loop. Elongated hairs need to be evenly distributed on each side. Sprinkle with varnish.
Learning to weave braids at home
Weaving braids is a creative activity that requires accuracy and perseverance. But the result is always pleasing and enjoyable. Plus, knowing how to weave braids will help every girl look different every day. If you are ready to start learning, then step by step photo for beginners will help you.
Braid with elastic bands: how to weave? Photo and video tutorial
If you are having trouble braiding, try a simple but equally effective braid with elastic bands. With this weaving, the braid turns out to be very neat, the strands do not fall out due to repeated fixation with rubber bands. This braid can be easily braided even if you have a cascading haircut.
Braid with rubber bands, photo
Step-by-step photo of performing a hairstyle with a braid with elastic bands
The second option for a hairstyle based on braiding with elastic bands
Step-by-step photo of performing an evening hairstyle with braiding
Video lesson weaving braids from elastic bands
Collection of photos of hairstyles with braiding
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The braid is the simplest and most common type of hairstyle. Thanks to the diverse types and methods of weaving, braids are very popular. Neatly braided hair comfortable hairstyle in everyday life, relevant in an office setting and beautiful at a celebration.
To make your hair manageable and easy to braid and style, you can use various products in the form of foam, gel, or fix uneven strands with hairpins. You also need a good one.
Weaving a regular braid
The most common and familiar from childhood has become an ordinary pigtail, braided from three strands of hair. Dividing the hair into three parts and observing the sequence, we intertwine the hair, together.
First, we intertwine the third part with the first and second strand, then the first with the second and third, and the second strand with the third and first. It is important to make sure that the strands are pulled tight and the hair does not come out. Having finished such a hairstyle, you can use an ordinary elastic band, a beautiful hairpin or weave a ribbon.
Weaving two braids
On thick heavy hair, two braids will look great and original.
In the photo, hairstyles with two braids
For this hairstyle, the hair must be divided into two equal parts. Now each of them needs to be braided in the usual way, only it is important to check that the weaving of both braids starts at the same level.
Braiding Spikelet
Braiding a "spikelet" braid will be a little more difficult than usual, but the braiding technique is very similar, so you can do it. Weaving should be started in the same way as with a regular braid, only it is necessary to take not all the hair, but only the upper part and divide them into three equal strands.
It is important to evenly distribute the strands so that in the end the braid looks even. We begin to weave the strands like a regular braid and slowly weave new small strands of hair from the side from the remaining hair. in this way, continue to weave the strands into the main braid until the hairline on the head ends.
Loose hair can be pulled back or braided into a regular braid. If the "spikelet" is not bulky enough, you can slightly fluff it with a comb. "Spikelet" will last for a very long time in excellent condition if it is braided as tightly as possible.
Braiding Fishtail
Comb the hair back and divide it into two equal parts. We take each of the strands in our hands. With the index finger of your left hand, select a thin strand of hair (about 2.5 cm) from the side and transfer it to the right side, securing it with your right hand. Then, with the index finger of your right hand, separate the same strand on the right and transfer it to the left, securing it with your left hand.
We repeat these actions until we reach the end. Tie the end of the braid with an elastic band or decorate.
Weaving French braids
Comb the hair and separate part of the hair from above from the parietal zone. We divide the strand into three equal strands and start weaving, first putting the left one on the central one, then the right one on the central one. Then place the left strand over the center strand and add the left strand to it. Now place the right strand over the center section and add the right strand of hair to it.
In the photo, weaving a French braid on the side
In this way, alternately add strands to the weave on the right and left. Tighten the loose tail with an elastic band or braid it into a regular braid. With the beginning of weaving "French" braids, you can easily experiment. This french braid weaving patternAlso suitable for two braids, side French braids and temples.
Such a hairstyle is very convenient for everyday life, having learned to braid a "French" braid, it will become your favorite.
Weaving French braids from bottom to top
Weaving this braid must begin from the back of the head, moving towards the crown. Use the usual French braid pattern. You can complete the hairstyle by collecting the ends in a bun or ponytail.
Weaving an inverted French braid
Comb your hair. Separate a section of hair and divide into three equal sections. Place under the center strand, first the right strand and then the left strand. Place the right section under the center, adding the hair section to the right. Now place the left under the center, adding some of the hair on the left to it.
A loose ponytail can be braided into a simple braid or ponytail. By stretching the braid a little, you can make it more voluminous.
Weaving braids Waterfall
Comb your hair in a side parting and start braiding a regular French braid horizontally from the forehead towards the temples. Then we put the upper strand on the middle one, separate a small strand from the top from the free ones and put it on the middle one, while letting go of the lower part.
Next to the thrown lower strand of free hair, separate a small strand and put it on the middle one. We repeat this way each time adding a braid of loose hair to the upper strand, place it on the middle one and release the lower strand, replacing it with a new one.
Weaving braids from 4 and 5 strands
This kind of braiding requires special skill and skill. First, the hair must be combed back and divided into five equal strands. We cross the right strand with the strand closest to it.
We cross the most central strand with the strand that was right. Then we cross the central one with the left of it (not the most extreme). Now we cross the leftmost strand with the adjacent strand on the right. When braiding, try not to pull the braid too tight. Now braid the second row following this pattern. Such actions must be performed until the braid is woven.
The "Swiss" braid is woven in the same way as our usual three-strand braid, but each strand must be twisted with a bundle. This hairstyle looks rather unusual and elegant, so it will be a godsend for both work and leisure.
Braiding plait
First you need to collect the hair in a ponytail, then divide it into two equal parts. Then twist the right strand of hair, towards the right, about 3-4 turns, and grasp it firmly with your hand. Do the same with the left strand.
Now you need to carefully cross both strands, making sure that they do not unwind. Fix the ends, as usual, with a tight elastic band.
According to the scheme of twisting one braid, a plait, you can braid two. To do this, comb your hair in a straight parting, following the pattern, twist one part of the hair, then the other. Loose hair can be twisted together, braided, or left loose.
Braiding "Wreath"
Separate a small section of hair from the temple and divide it into two equal sections. Then wrap the lower part around the upper one and join the strands into one. Now, from the loose hair from the bottom, separate a small strand and wrap it around the upper double strand.
Braiding "Crown"
Weaving "Linno Russo" with a ribbon
At the top of the head, separate a small strand of hair and put a ribbon on top of it and cross it. Next, select the strand below the previous one (Fig. 3), divide it into two parts and wrap each one with the ends of the ribbon, so that the strands are at the bottom of the hair, and the ribbon is on top.
Braid of knots
It is very easy to make a braid from knots, and it will look elegant and neat. Part the top of your hair and split it in two. Tie these parts together from right to left or vice versa (Figure 1) like a regular knot. Then add strands to the remaining free edges of the hair and tie the knot again, do this until all the hair is woven. The end of the braid can be fixed with an elastic band and wrapped to the bottom.
Braiding "Bow"
This weaving is rather an ornament of an already woven braid; it is quite simple to make it. First you need to braid a braid, leaving a thin strand of hair parallel to it, it is from it that you will form bows in the future.
After the braid is braided, from the free hair left for the bow, we separate a small strand and spray generously with hairspray, then bend it in half to form an eyelet. Carefully thread the eyelet with a hairpin under the braid, holding it with your hand.
Braiding "Snake"
Separate the top section of hair from the side and divide into three equal sections. Start to weave a regular French braid, adding a strand just on top. When braiding, you should lead the pigtail along an inclined one, bring the weaving to the temple and turn the braid, weave the braid further, adding a strand still on top, ignoring the bottom.
If you have long hair, you can do turns along the entire length, it depends on the desire. When braiding the lowest braid, the hair pick-up is done both from below and from above. The ends of the hair can be braided or left loose.
Braiding "Basket"
At the crown, select an area of \u200b\u200bthe hair and gather it into a high ponytail. From the weight, we begin to weave an ordinary French braid, each time adding strands of loose hair to the right, and from the tail to the left, you need to take them of such a thickness that it is enough for the entire weaving.
Thus, weave in a circle. Having reached the place where weaving begins, we begin to weave a regular braid. We fix the end with an elastic band and hide it under the base of the tail; for greater fixation of the hairstyle, you can also fix it with invisible ones.
Braiding "Snail"
Separate a small strand from the middle of the head and divide it into three equal ones. Then we begin to weave the usual French braid but with one pick on the right. At the beginning, it is important to take small strands so that there is enough hair for subsequent circles. Next, weave a braid all over the head, moving in a circle. We carefully fix the tip of the hair and mask it under the hairpin.
Weaving braids "Flower"
To create a flower from hair, you need to braid an ordinary braid, but you only need to braid it not up, but down (inverted braid), you need to braid it without tightening too much.
Hairstyle weaving "Butterfly"
In this article, you will get acquainted with the basic methods of braiding with a step by step photo.
After reading it, you will be able to independently create both everyday simple and the most sophisticated and extraordinary designer hairstyles.
Weaving braids step by step photo: varieties
The braid is not only one of the most feminine but also practical hairstyles. With braided hair, you can safely walk through the whole day without the fear that it will get tousled. Moreover, such a hairstyle is quite versatile and looks natural and harmonious both in a business setting and at a youth party.
There are several main types of braiding:
- classic Russian;
- european: Swiss, Greek, English, Dutch and the famous French weaving;
- eastern: braids (side braids), ropes, threads, braids, zizi, curly, rastas, etc.; the last three types can be used for short hair;
- designer: "French waterfall", braids from knots, Lino Russo, "basket", "dragon", "fish tail", "eight", etc.
The best way to master any of the techniques is to watch video tutorials on the topic or study pictures of step-by-step braiding. Moreover, for any of these weaves, you can use not only your own hair, but also overhead strands or hairpieces. Their color can either be combined with your own hair color, or contrast with it: the main thing is not to use more than three colors at the same time.
Advice! IN recent times The so-called careless styling is very popular, which can be used for any type of weaving. But even in this case, the strands should be pulled together evenly and not get out of the general style. Otherwise, the hairstyle will just look sloppy.
Classic braids
The traditional Russian braid has long been a frequent guest on many famous catwalks: the Valentino fashion house, theatrical shows of Victor & Rolf, Emerson, etc. Today it is presented in various variations: from braiding at the back of the head, sides or crown to creating the most intricate hairstyles out of two and more braids. However, it is not difficult to master even such complex types of braiding with the help of step-by-step photos.
The traditional Russian braid consists of three equal strands, which are intertwined alternately. It can be not only smooth, but also voluminous, slightly tousled, multicolored, asymmetrical, or used in combination with other types of hairstyles. At the same time, the hair can be divided into a straight or oblique asymmetrical parting or not at all. The density of the weave and the number of strands used can also vary.
One of the varieties of Russian braid is weaving "spikelet": a technique that allows you to achieve volume and splendor of the hairstyle. In this case, only two strands are used with the sequential addition of new ones. The order in which they are added can be different. However, for the hairstyle to look neat, the thickness of each new strand you add must be the same.
Advice! Perfectly smooth braids look too strict, so you should let individual strands break out a little.
Straight from Europe
Designers distinguish between several types of weaving that came to us from Europe:
- swiss braid: braided according to the Russian principle, but before that, each of the strands is twisted into a tight braid, due to which the hairstyle looks more voluminous; such weaving goes well with any style and looks great both with jeans or an open summer dress, and with a business or cocktail suit; step by step weaving of such braids for medium hair or hair of maximum length can be seen below;
- french weaving: unlike the "spikelet", the strands are not woven one on top of the other, but are laid inside; the braid begins with a small bun, divided into 3 main strands, with the gradual addition of additional ones every 2–3 cm so that at the end of the weaving all the hair is collected; strands can be taken from one or two sides; weaving can be direct (towards yourself) or reverse (from yourself); start from the top of the head or run over the entire head in the form of a wreath;
- english: its only difference from the Russian version is that weaving begins with a "horse" tail, fixed at the back of the head or closer to the crown; a similar braiding for long hair is shown in a step by step photo;
- dutch: braid "inside out"; braided strands do not hide inside the hair, but rise above them;
- greek: a combination of smooth hair and a braid that resembles a headband that runs all over the head; in this case, three small strands are taken closer to the parting, the rest of the hair is stabbed for a while; small strands are gradually added in a circle, with the help of which such a braid rim is firmly held on the head; there may be two braids, in which case they start from two sides of the parting, and then split into one at the back of the head.
Advice! Stylists advise to make a small bouffant at the roots before weaving. It will make your hair more voluminous and your hair more feminine. This technique is especially relevant when creating evening hairstyles.
Oriental tales
A distinctive feature of such hairstyles is intricate shapes and the presence of large, conspicuous decorations:
- plaits (Sinhalese braids or twisted braids): hair is divided into two equal strands, each of which is twisted in one direction; then both strands cross and twist in the opposite direction; tourniquets can be used in combination with loose strands, tail, side braids, etc.;
- braids-ropes: a side parting is made on the hair, and weaving (twisting two small strands) begins from the side where there is more hair; when passing such a braid around the head, new small strands are added; at the level of the back of the head, it intertwines with the bulk of the hair in the direction opposite to the main weaving;
- afro-braids (braids): many small braids, weaving from the back of the head to the temples; you can dissolve them freely, create one or more thick braids out of them, make a tail out of them, twist them into a shell, etc.;
- zizi: a variety of braids, ultra-fine artificial hair braids created using machine weaving; are woven into each individual strand of their own hair;
- curly: the method is similar to zizi, but the curls are twisted into a tight spiral; can be used for building.
With the help of step-by-step photos for beginners, braiding can be mastered quite quickly. The main thing is patience and utmost care.
Advice! Unbraiding small braids is quite problematic. To facilitate this procedure, before creating a hairstyle, you should thoroughly rinse your hair with a cleansing shampoo, and then apply any quality balm to it.
Modern design techniques used in weaving
IN last years braid hairstyles got the most unexpected performance. However, any design techniques are, in fact, improved ethnic versions of the Russian, European and Eastern versions:
- "French waterfall": resembles the usual one or two braids, starting at the temples and ending at the back of the head; however, each lower strand is released to "free float" and falls freely on the back. The hairstyle can have all kinds of variations: be asymmetrical, pass over any part of the head, sag, etc. Can be used even on short hair;
- braid of knots: two strands are connected together using a series of knots; at the same time, both part of the hair can be intertwined (one or two small knots are used as a kind of decoration), and their entire volume;
- Lino Russo: a combination of knots and spikelet technique. After each knot, new hairs are added to the already selected strands; for such a hairstyle, the hair should be cut evenly and be the same along the entire length;
- "Snake": the usual French braid is not located along one line, but coils over the entire surface of the head; may have 2-3 or more reversals;
- "Basket": a part of the hair on the crown is gathered into a high ponytail, then a regular French braid is woven from the temple, alternately adding a strand of ponytail and loose hair;
- weaving "cornrow": classic Afro-braids are located all over the head in the form of a geometric pattern that resembles rows of corn (from the English corn - corn and row - a row); to obtain such a pattern, each miniature braid is woven in the manner of a classic French braid.
Advice!To facilitate braiding, when creating a hairstyle from braids, you can use any styling products: foam, varnish or gel.
Braiding for short hair
Thanks to improved weaving methods and the availability of modern fixation tools, you can decorate yourself with braids even with short hair:
- "Headband": two braids are braided at the temples, and then fastened with hairpins at the back of the head;
- parting from braids: a plexus of side strands located on one or two sides of the face;
- double braid bangs: top part the face is framed by two small pigtails;
- a pigtail around the head: it can be located in any part of it, run over the entire head, or is located to the left, right of the face, or braided only at the back of the head;
- "French bangs": long bangs can be removed to one side in the form of a French braid; since in the case of a short haircut, the hairs will invariably stick out on the sides, you should beat and tousle the rest of the head of hair so that it looks as organic as possible;
- a combination of punk style and a French braid: some of the curls are combed in the form of a mohawk; side strands are braided.