2 Braids I Wear When I want to feel my most Confident

 

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.

 

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27 Comments

  1. lily
    October 1, 2018 / 9:54 pm

    You are gorgeous and great double dutch buns

    • Caila Quinn
      Author
      October 4, 2018 / 12:27 pm

      Aww thanks so much! It’s fun to change it up

  2. teresa
    October 1, 2018 / 10:01 pm

    Blue is a beautiful color on you Caila and I’m the type of Fishtail braid type of gal.

    • Caila Quinn
      Author
      October 4, 2018 / 12:27 pm

      Thanks so much Teresa! Was inspired by the Head & Shoulders blue 🙂

  3. reese
    October 1, 2018 / 10:06 pm

    You should already have hair contract you are hair goals.

    • Caila Quinn
      Author
      October 4, 2018 / 12:28 pm

      Aww thanks SO much Reese! I am really lucky to work with kind brands I love – like Head & Shoulders

  4. evanna
    October 1, 2018 / 10:24 pm

    Beautiful hair

    • Caila Quinn
      Author
      October 4, 2018 / 12:29 pm

      Thank you Evanna! Honestly… it all starts with feeling fresh in the shower 🙂

  5. christina simpson
    October 1, 2018 / 10:30 pm

    Great hair styles to do the fishtail braid and double dutch buns.

    • Caila Quinn
      Author
      October 4, 2018 / 12:29 pm

      Thanks so much Christina! glad you like both braid looks

  6. lisa
    October 1, 2018 / 10:35 pm

    Beautiful in blue love that outfit. I would do both styles of hair. Also, love your necklace.

    • Caila Quinn
      Author
      October 4, 2018 / 12:30 pm

      Aww thanks so much! Blue was inspired by Head & Shoulders 🙂 happy you liked both looks

  7. daisy
    October 1, 2018 / 10:44 pm

    At anytime or place one should always have hair confidence. Slay girl with that hair of yours.

    • Caila Quinn
      Author
      October 4, 2018 / 12:31 pm

      YOU are so sweet Daisy. Thank you so much <3

  8. michelle
    October 1, 2018 / 10:52 pm

    Your’e beautiful.

    • Caila Quinn
      Author
      October 4, 2018 / 12:32 pm

      Thank you Michelle! Appreciate the note <3

  9. jessica
    October 1, 2018 / 11:04 pm

    I would rock both braid styles. They look amazing on you but again you are beautiful as well.

    • Caila Quinn
      Author
      October 4, 2018 / 12:32 pm

      Aww, bet you could rock both looks. Glad you liked them

  10. leeann
    October 1, 2018 / 11:16 pm

    Both braids are amazing on you

    • Caila Quinn
      Author
      October 4, 2018 / 12:32 pm

      Aww thanks so much Leeann!

  11. anita
    October 1, 2018 / 11:40 pm

    double dutch buns 😍

    • Caila Quinn
      Author
      October 4, 2018 / 12:33 pm

      I’m feeling those ones too 🙂 Double dutch – double trouble

  12. wendy
    October 1, 2018 / 11:54 pm

    The side bang fishtail braid is one of my faves and my husband loves it on me too. You are so pretty Caila

    • Caila Quinn
      Author
      October 4, 2018 / 12:34 pm

      Aww, that’s awesome you do the band fishtail braid too! Twins 🙂

  13. yolanda
    October 2, 2018 / 12:13 am

    I want your blue outfit

  14. chloe
    October 2, 2018 / 2:24 am

    Great braids and you are so stunning I’m more of the fish braid style love feminine looks from hair to fashions.

  15. Sabrina
    October 6, 2018 / 12:45 pm

    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?