Scroll on for a step-by-step guide. The French braid is a classic hairstyle that is not only protective but universal, perfect for anything from running errands to attending a black-tie event. The ...

The three-strand braid is one way to level up your hairstyle, but there's only one way to kick it up a notch: the french braid. This over-under plait has been woven throughout history — from ancient ...

Begin French braiding, adding small sections of hair as you go ... Whether you do half-up and half-down or create a fun shape on top of your head using braided extensions, you will have everyone ...

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If you’re tired of a regular old ponytail and looking for a more dynamic way to keep your hair out of your face, you can’t go wrong with a French braid hairstyle. A bit more complex-looking (though ...

Man buns have been a source of flirty nights in PBR bars and hipster cafes everywhere as of late, but we might have a new hub of man-crush material: the man braid. Whether by weaving the braid in on ...

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