HOW-TO: Two-Toned Braided Updo by Heidi Hull

We spotted Heidi Hull's braided updo styling of fellow stylist Amy Hotaling and knew we must have the steps to recreate her look! 

The braided updo on Hotaling is achieved starting with a cut that is more or less finger-length for all the hair in front of the ear. Hotaling did the color herself; the shorter section is lightened to a pale blonde with Redken Blonde Icing 20 vol, then Pravana Wild Orchid.

The look made us do a double-take! It is functional but also forward-thinking and unique.

GET THE LOOK

STEP 1: Start with a three-strand scalp braid in the back behind the ear, leaving some hair out for a second braid later; direct the braid forward around the shaved side of the head.

STEP 2: Continue braiding and angle the braid diagonally around the face for a tilted-hat look or softer look.

STEP 3: Take the section you left out and braid in an upward direction (as if it were a ponytail) in order to lie nicely behind the first braid.

STEP 4: Use a clear band to hold the braid together. Tuck and bobby pin pieces as needed to secure hair.

STEP 5: To finish, pull the braid apart slightly around the face to make it larger. Spray with Redken Control Addict high control hairspray for hold.

 

CREDITS
Styling: Heidi Hull
Color & model: Amy Hotaling
Cut: Sami Skinner
Salon: Rio Hair Studio, Jacksonville, Fla.

 

 

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