One of my favorite hairstyles to do is this heidi/milkmaid braided ‘up do.’ Although it looks complicated, it is actually so incredibly easy to do. I always get a kick out of people when they express their shock at me doing this myself, and since I always get lots of questions on how I throw this look together I thought I’d share a step by step tutorial with you guys.
All the tools you’ll need: Bobby pins // Smoothing Brush // Hair Brush {my favorite is the wet brush!} // Hair ties {you could also use these} // Hair Spray
First, separate your hair into two parts, left and right. Braid each side & secure with a hair tie.
Next, take the braid and pull it up and over the crown of your head. Secure with bobby pins. I like to put the pins in an x shape so that the braid is super secure. I also like to hide the bobby pins within the braid sometimes too so that they are less visible. If you have light colored hair this may be a better option for you.
Repeat to the other side and spray any flyaways with hairspray
And that’s it! Seriously the easiest hairstyle in all of history – takes two seconds and always looks good. Try it out for yourself and let me know in the comments if you do!
Top: Mi Golondrina // Jeans: Old, similar here // Necklace: Shashi // Desk: West Elm // Chair: Amazon // Pillow: Old
photos: The Retro Penguin