Hair Tutorial: Side Braided Bun

Happy Thursday ladies (and possibly guys), and thanks for stopping by! I'm just gonna go right into my little description of this style if you don't mind:) This style came about because I was trying to think of a really fast way to dress up a regular old low messy bun for a date, and adding braids has turned it into a new favorite! 

This could also be a simpler variation of my Kate Middleton inspired updo from November (for those of you that were asking). It can be done with short or long hair, and just about any texture! Lets get to it shall we?

Supplies:
- 1 hairtie
- approx 6 bobby pins
- hairspray
Method:

Step 1: put your fingers mid-temple and separate a section of hair on the top (bang section) of your head. Wrap it up loosely and pin for later. Pull a three inch section from both sides between your pined up section and your ears, and wrap them around the top for later as well.

Step 2: take the rest of your hair and make a messy bun right above your neck by pulling all the hair through the ponytail half-way, twisting your hair-tie once, balling your hair up into a bun and wrapping your hair-tie around the whole ball. pin up any loose ends.

Step 3: Last you'll pull down the two side sections and braid them loosly, tugging at each braid to increase width. Pull both braids back and over your messy bun, tucking into the bun and pin securely. Pull down your bang section and split in half. Braid both of them and repeat as with the first two braids, making sure to pin securely into the bun. Spritz with hairspray and you're finished! 

Totally not as complicated as it may appear with all the pictures and text, but you know me:) I like to be extra detailed so you have a clear tutorial to deal with. haha

Well, I hope you give it a try and then come back and let me know what compliments you got! I know people are always very sweet when I wear my hair like this.

Have a lovely Thursday everyone!
xo, Emily

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