How to Do the Headband Braid

The headband braid is a grown up way to wear braids.

Headband braids are a stylish alternative to those plain beachy waves or boring ponytails. It looks best when it's loose and tousled, with a few strands framing the face. Celebrities like Sienna Miller and Lauren Conrad have been spotted wearing this hairstyle, and it isn't as hard to create as it looks.

Things You'll Need

• Fine-tooth comb
• Rubber bands
• Bobby pins
• Anti-frizz product

Instructions

1. Style hair. Decide whether you want waves, curls or an updo, the headband braid works with all. Apply anti-frizz product.

2. Using a fine-tooth comb, create a deep side part in your hair, starting right at the arch of your eyebrow.

3. Lift 2 to 3 inches of hair beginning at the hairline. This hair will be the beginning of the braid, so ensure that you're satisfied with the width and location. If you have bangs or want some wispy strands loose, start the braid behind them.

4. Begin a cornrow braid at the part, making it loose or tight depending on your preference.

5. Braid your hair down across the head. If you have short hair you can stop the braid at the top of the ear, tie with a rubber band and tuck the end behind the ear. If you have longer hair, you can continue braiding and secure the ends with a bobby pin on the other side of the deep part.

6. Style the rest of your hair. You can pull it back into an updo, or leave it down and tousled.

Tips & Warnings

• You can choose the type of braid you want: cornrow, French, single plait, or something more complicated.

References

• MTV; MTV Style: Get the Look Tinsley Mortimer; Ayren Jackson-Cannady; April 14, 2011