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8 Celebrity Braided Hairstyles You Can Actually DIY

See how to recreate these gorgeous celebrity braided hairstyles -- stylist to the stars not required

by Charli Schuler, Erica Smith

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Better Braiding Tips If you want to master braiding as badly as I do, follow these tips from Amber, Florido, and Marcus:

• Don't aim for perfection. In fact, braids usually look better when they're a little messy.
• The more texture your hair has, the more likely it is to hold the braid (which is why wavy hair tends to have all the fun). Add texture with a beach spray like Fekkai Tousled Wave Spray, $24.
• If your hair feels too slippery to braid or has lots of flyaways, it's probably too clean. Braids are best done on slightly "dirty" hair, so wait until the second day after you've washed it for the best results.
• If you have layers in your hair, try twisting each piece before you cross another section over it while braiding. This can help keep the layers from popping out.
• Don't stress if you forget which way you're braiding (over vs. under). It doesn't really matter as long as you're wrapping each section smoothly. Plus, if you're pinning, wrapping, or twisting the braid, it will disguise any change in direction.
• Get the most out of your braid. Wear it for one or two days, sleep in it, and unravel it for fun, flirty waves on the last day.

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Love love love braids!!!

by Jennifer10708 Monday, July 2, 2012 at 06:53AM Report as inappropriate

Very cute.. Perfect for Summer

by Chicharringuis Friday, June 22, 2012 at 01:11PM Report as inappropriate

I need to try some of these braids!

by sweettpea29 Tuesday, June 19, 2012 at 05:51PM Report as inappropriate

Need more detailed instructions. Plus I would like to see what the back of their head looks like!

by brendalea Friday, June 8, 2012 at 07:40PM Report as inappropriate

So cute! But what is "reverse french braiding"?

by Roxalyn Monday, May 28, 2012 at 06:42PM Report as inappropriate

I would love more detailed instructions on the bohemian princess one.

by sportimonki13 Tuesday, May 8, 2012 at 04:43PM Report as inappropriate

I love Minka Kelly's braid. So chick!

by yestfl Tuesday, May 8, 2012 at 01:38PM Report as inappropriate

braids are so cute!

by olkrav319 Sunday, April 29, 2012 at 06:31PM Report as inappropriate

Every time I do braiding of any sort in my hair, hubby says I look stupid and "we're not on vacation in Jamaica." I love braids. Thanks for giving us ideas. Maybe if I combine them with a skimpy outfit... :-)

by Cheryl5752 Tuesday, April 24, 2012 at 09:59PM Report as inappropriate

so cute, but so hard to do!

by lisiana_de_bem_justino Tuesday, April 24, 2012 at 08:55PM Report as inappropriate