Wrap Around Hairstyle Tutorial: From French Braids to Elegant Buns

This article provides a detailed guide to creating various wrap-around hairstyles, ranging from the classic wrap-around French braid to elegant braided buns. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy everyday style or something special for a holiday party, these tutorials will help you achieve a stunning look with minimal effort.

Wrap-Around French Braid

The wrap-around French braid is a beautiful and versatile hairstyle that can be adapted for various occasions. It's a stylish way to keep your hair out of your face while adding a touch of elegance to your look.

Items Needed

• Brush
• Rat-tail comb
• 1 hair elastic
• Hairspray
• Accessory (if desired)

Time Requirement

• 3-5 minutes

Skill Level

• Medium

Step-By-Step Instructions

1. Start with wet hair: Begin with wet hair and comb out all the lumps, bumps, and tangles. Part your hair on the left (or your preferred side).
2. Initial braid: On the same side as your part, pick up a small section of hair. Divide this section into three smaller sections, as if you were starting a French braid.
3. French braid (bottom only): Start braiding into a French braid, ONLY adding in hair along the bottom (closest to your ear and neck).
4. Continue braiding: Continue to braid around your head, keeping the braid low along the baseline of your hair.
5. Secure the ponytail: Once you have braided all the way around, secure your ponytail with an elastic.

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Wrap-Around Side Braid

A simple side braid is a beloved hairstyle, but those with uneven layers may find it challenging to keep it in place. The wrap-around side braid offers a solution, providing both functionality and style.

Step-By-Step Instructions

1. Prepare the hair: Start with clean, brushed hair swept to one side.
2. Begin the braid: Begin a braid on the side of your head, near your hairline.
3. Choose your braid: You can create a traditional French braid by crossing the sections over each other or a Dutch braid by crossing them under each other.
4. Add hair: Add some hair to your furthest right strand and cross it under the middle strand. Then, cross the furthest left strand under the new middle strand.
5. Continue adding hair: Continue adding hair to one side and crossing your strands under as you move along the nape of your neck.
6. Final section: Add your final section of hair to the braid when you reach just below your right ear.

This technique creates a braid that appears simple from the front but features a unique and functional design in the back, perfect for managing uneven layers. If you have longer bangs or no bangs, you can start the braid higher towards the front of your face and bring it all the way around the back. This style also complements hats that sit higher on your head.

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Braided Wrapped Bun

This hairstyle is a perfect "hair pick-me-up" and is ideal for holiday parties or any occasion when you want a quick and stylish look. The best part? It works well with hair that's not freshly washed.

What You'll Need

• One hair tie
• A bobby pin
• Dry shampoo (optional)

Step-By-Step Instructions

1. Prepare the ponytail: Pull your hair back into a ponytail, leaving a small chunk of hair out on the side. The ponytail can be high or low, depending on your preference. A low ponytail can appear more elegant.
2. Create the messy bun: Wrap your ponytail into a messy bun. For this style, wrap the pony twice, and on the third wrap, only pull it through 2/3 of the way. This leaves a big loop, and the layers add some texture as they fall out.
3. Braid the remaining section: Take the small piece of hair you left out and begin a three-strand braid. Alternatively, you can create a fishtail braid for a different look.
4. Add texture: Once you've braided the section, pull it apart a bit to add more texture to the braid. This is especially helpful for those with dark hair, as it makes the braid more visible.
5. Wrap and secure: Wrap the braid around the base of your bun, covering the hair tie. Secure the braid with a bobby pin.

Additional Tips

6. Keep braiding.
7. Taking one side at a time, wrap the hair you pulled aside at the beginning around the base of the pony tail securing with a bobby pin under the pony tail.

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