How to Create a Three-Strand, Pull-Through Braid
Get all the details to creating this gorgeous three-strand, pull-through braid by following this video tutorial from @hairbysaretta.
by Mary Kaleta
Fishtail Updo with Video Tutorial
In this video tutorial, Atlanta stylist Melanie Sorrow pairs three fishtail braids with a sparkly headpiece in a boho bridal style.
7 Tips to Create Amazing Braids
Sarah Crews, a master braid artist, shares her seven tips to creating amazing braids.
How to Create Long-Lasting Updos and Wedding Styles
Up, up and away! For beautiful updos that last through the night, it’s all about prep, pinning and polish. Here's how, according to Inoar Professional brand ambassador Bruno Lemes.
Boho and Braided by Bridal Stylist Trae Howard
Get inspired with your bridal styling by seeing the skills of Nashville-based artist Trae Howard.
Three of Instagram's Best Bridal Stylists Share Their Tips for Updo Success
Artists Renee Marie Plante, Stephanie Brinkerhoff and Annette Waligora share their top tricks for special occasion styling.
by Mary Kaleta
Updo How-To: Fishbone Halo Braid from Bridal Hair Couture By Katie
Think fine-haired clients can't have big, bulky braids? Think again! This braided fishtail halo was created for an angel-themed photoshoot, but we think it's perfect for brides, wedding parties, the grocery store, soccer games...can you tell we love it? Hair: Katie D'Souza of Bridal Hair Couture By Katie
Elegant Bridal Updo: A Wedding How-To
With wedding season and prom right around the corner, brush up on your updo skills! Learn the steps to create this elegant, breathtaking bridal updo.
MAKEOVER: A Big Change from "The Same Ol' Do"
"This sweet young client of mine was sick and tired of the same ol’ do," says Alisha Basore. "She had been rockin’ an ombré (or some version of one) for the last 2 years. What started as a small spark surrounding a holiday hair idea turned into a full explosion of color and change!" Details here.
5 Keys to Building a Strong Bridal Business
Sam Villa ArTeam Member Anna Peters shares her advice about preparing for wedding season.
Updo How-To: Magical for Any Special Occasion
Anh Co Tran explains how to create a style that incorporates a braid and hair jewelry.
Wedding Season Tips for Success
Three bridal styling experts from different parts of the country share their tips for tackling wedding season.
by Jamie Newman
The Next Big Trends in Bridal Styling Hail from Russia
The days of simple bridal styles could soon be a thing of the past, and we have Russia to thank.
by Mary Kaleta
17 Braids to Blow Your Mind: Meet the Braid Master Behind @another_braid
The Instagram page @another_braid shows braid magic happen before our eyes. We HAD to get the details on the master behind the creations.
See the Braids and Brides Finalists' Entries and Vote For Your Favorite
After narrowing countless entries to the Braids and Brides contest down to five finalists, we asked the five talented stylists to create an all-hair-up updo for the final challenge.
by Jamie Newman
Tips to Finding the Perfect Bridal Hair Accessory
Finding the perfect accessory for your bridal styles is the icing on the (wedding) cake. Updo expert Heather Schmick shares how to choose the perfect one.
by Jamie Newman
TRENDING NOW: Rainbow Bushel Crown Braid
A bushel braid is the current braid-of-the-moment making its rounds on Instagram, and we are not mad about it! Artist Connective member Caralee Fox Pridemore explains how she and colorist Rachel Highfield collaborated on this beautiful, colorful look.
by Jamie Newman