Ever wake up with second day hair looking like a hot mess and wonder what the heck you’re going to do to tame it? I sure do. Well, my friends, I have an answer for you. BRAIDS. And since I cut my hair short, I can’t do my ex-go-to side braid, so I’ve opted for this easy braided updo. As long as you can do a french braid, this updo takes about two minutes. And if you can’t, find someone who knows how and they can do it for you in two minutes ;)
I promise though, give your french braids some practice and they will become so easy to do. Muscle memory. Your fingers eventually just figure out where they are supposed to go to make this masterpiece of an easy braided updo. Try it out for yourself or pin it for later!
Step 1: Create a side part
Step 2: French braid bangs on one side of your part down to your ear and secure with bobby pins
Step 3: Repeat step 2 on the other side of your part
Step 4: Tease your hair at the crown to create volume
Step 5: Tie remaining hair into low, messy bun
What is your go-to hairstyle?
Cassie @ Southeast by Midwest says
This looks gorgeous. I wish my hair was long enough to do that with.
Chelsea says
Is it not? My hair is only like just past my shoulders right now so it’s not that long!
kendall says
This is so cute – I need to try this on my hair. I always braid one side but I’ve never tried both!
Chelsea says
Doooo it! :)
Ellen Christian says
That is just adorable. I wish my hair was long enough to try it!
Chelsea says
Thanks!
Freda Mans says
Pretty!
Chelsea says
Thankyou :)
Audrey says
This is nice and simple! But I always find it difficult to do it on myself.
Chelsea says
Aw really! I had to practice a bit but now that I know how to do it it’s super easy :)
Taylor @ Pink Heels Pink Truck says
I wish my fingers would and could braid my hair…the best I can do is a braid at the base of my head…LOL
Chelsea says
Haha aw. Practice!
MyNewestAddiction says
this is seriously adorable!
Chelsea says
Thanks!
Miranda says
SO cute! My go to has been hippie headbands or a ponytail. I love this!
Chelsea says
I love hippie headbands :)
Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
It would be super easy if I knew how to french braid I suppose :)
Chelsea says
Hahah :)
kristi says
This looks so pretty! I love the French braid. This would actually work great for my niece who has very, very long hair!
Chelsea says
It would be perfect!
Diane Estrella says
So pretty! I am a big fan of incorporating braids into my hair. Love it
Chelsea says
Me too! Adds a little interest to regular styles :)
kristyn says
I need to start doing this. I hate the way my hair looks in a plain ponytail lol
Chelsea says
Me too!
Chelsea says
This is SO so cute! I love it! This would be perfect for work for me, too!
Chelsea says
It would be!
Kate K says
Ohhh. That is so cute. I have 5 daughters with long hair so I will get a lot of practice on this one!
Chelsea says
Haha, yes!
Kristen from The Road to Domestication says
That’s so pretty!!! My hair isn’t quite long enough for it, but I sure love the style!
Chelsea says
Thanks :)
Morgan - Modern Mommyhood says
This is great! Now I just need to be patient and wait til my hair is long enough to try this out!
Chelsea says
My hair is only about shoulder length, isn’t that about yours as well? You could do it!
Jamie Rippy (@MamaMommyMom) says
Cute! I bet my hair is long enough to do this… I’ll have to try it in the morning.
Chelsea says
Do it :)
gabby says
your hair looks so pretty like this! the braids stand out really well with your hair color. mine kinda blend in because my hair is dark, but i still love braids and braid crowns.
xo,
gabby
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Chelsea says
Thank you!
Nina says
digging this.
Chelsea says
Thanks :)
Jamie @ Makeuplifelove says
Ha ha ha… great minds think alike. My hair is like this today. I for sure woke up like a HOT ME SD this morning. Overslept and all. Lol. Great tutorial!!!
Chelsea says
Hahaha thanks!
Chelsee says
This is such a pretty look!
Chelsea says
Thanks!
Anna says
Soooo perfect for second day hair! will defiantly have to try!
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Chelsea says
Do it!
Tiffany Lashai Curtis says
Such a simple and chic hairstyle. My go-to hairstyle is usually any variation of a bun.
Chelsea says
Buns always work :)
It's Emma Elise says
Now I’m missing my long hair again!
♥Emma, from It’s Emma Elise
Jenn says
This would look perfect on my daughter, she loves braids in her hair.
Marina says
I can’t braid to save my life, but I’ll have to try this! It’s so cute and simple.
xo Marina
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Ange says
I WISH I had enough hair to do this!!
Nasya says
Such a cute look! I’m defiently going to have to try this for those mornings when I’m rushing to class but still want to look polished and have a cute hairstyle.
-Nasya
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Michele says
That really looks nice! I am pretty much a klutz when it comes to braids or anything fancy–wish I could do this.
Chelsea says
This is my go to all summer long. Braids forever!
Michelle says
Super cute and easy to do! I love that this probably isn’t too time consuming so it’s a great way to spruce up your everyday look!
Sheila says
super easy – I need to try this!
Amber says
I really need to learn some braids! This is an absolutely adorable hairstyle, and I know I would love it too! :)
carly says
Cant wait to try this!!!
Ashley Nicholas says
Cute! I will have to attempt to recreate this hairstyle!
Allison says
Love this hairstyle! It’s my go-to whenever I’m having a bad hair day.
Julie says
Gorgeous, simple and elegant. Absolutely love this style. Pinned.
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Aleshea says
Yes ma’am to this hairstyle
Tammy Dalley says
I love this simple yet beautiful!