When it comes to starting a new chapter, I always want to feel my most confident. Right now I’d really like to make some friends in my new apartment building since it feels like there are quite a few trendy girls my age. I already imagine inviting them down to my floor for the newest episode of This is Us or to go on a mom walk on the Brooklyn Bridge on days work is lighter. Would be so nice to have a girlfriend in the area… so at the end of this month when our community rooftop has its opening party I definitely want to make a good first impression.
One way I feel my most confident is to change up my typical hairstyle by adding a braid. Have a braided look you’re loving these days? If not, check out my inspo below!
Fun Little Tip: Because braids and hair parts show so much scalp, use Head & Shoulders in the shower to prevent any flake-tastrophes. I’ve been using the Smooth & Silky Shampoo and Conditioner for over five years because it helps me make a good first impression with a healthy scalp and beautiful hair. If you haven’t tried Head & Shoulders before, the soothing lather leaves your scalp and hair feeling moisturized while keeping you 100% flake free. People you meet will walk away remembering your epic braid, great-smelling hair and witty humor.
Side Bang Fishtail Braid
This romantic look is great for a first date or a fifth one! I recommend starting to braid the fishtail at the highest point possible so there is more detail for others to enjoy, but totally up to you.
I love an exaggerated front bang that effortlessly frames the face and keeps your hair in one place. (To me it looks like Ariel’s hairstyle, which is why I call it the Princess Part 🙈)
Double Dutch Buns
Powerful and bold, these dutch braids make an entrance into any room. Whether you’re throwing on a jersey to cheer on your crush’s favorite sports team or trying to make new friends in yoga class, you want to make a good impression. This standout look will do just the trick!
Fun Little Tip: Pull the woven bits to loosen the braid or create textured messy buns for a more casual and playful hairstyle.
Big thank you for Head & Shoulders for partnering on this post! You’ve always given me the confidence to take on the day, couldn’t wait to share my flake free braids with everyone.
You are gorgeous and great double dutch buns
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Aww thanks so much! It’s fun to change it up
Blue is a beautiful color on you Caila and I’m the type of Fishtail braid type of gal.
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Thanks so much Teresa! Was inspired by the Head & Shoulders blue 🙂
You should already have hair contract you are hair goals.
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Aww thanks SO much Reese! I am really lucky to work with kind brands I love – like Head & Shoulders
Beautiful hair
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Thank you Evanna! Honestly… it all starts with feeling fresh in the shower 🙂
Great hair styles to do the fishtail braid and double dutch buns.
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Thanks so much Christina! glad you like both braid looks
Beautiful in blue love that outfit. I would do both styles of hair. Also, love your necklace.
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Aww thanks so much! Blue was inspired by Head & Shoulders 🙂 happy you liked both looks
At anytime or place one should always have hair confidence. Slay girl with that hair of yours.
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YOU are so sweet Daisy. Thank you so much <3
Your’e beautiful.
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Thank you Michelle! Appreciate the note <3
I would rock both braid styles. They look amazing on you but again you are beautiful as well.
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Aww, bet you could rock both looks. Glad you liked them
Both braids are amazing on you
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Aww thanks so much Leeann!
double dutch buns 😍
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I’m feeling those ones too 🙂 Double dutch – double trouble
The side bang fishtail braid is one of my faves and my husband loves it on me too. You are so pretty Caila
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Aww, that’s awesome you do the band fishtail braid too! Twins 🙂
I want your blue outfit
Great braids and you are so stunning I’m more of the fish braid style love feminine looks from hair to fashions.
I absolutely love these braids on you!! You look gorgeous! I’m determined to figure out new hairstyles… do you have a place you go to learn? Or have you thought of doing any tutorials?