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We love these modern ponytails and braids that look way more complicated than they actually are.
Learn the surprisingly simple DIY steps, then followSELF on Pinterestto find more looks we’re into right now.
Flip your hair upside down and create a loose three-piece braid until you reach the crown of your head.
Add a colorful handkerchief to keep short layers out of your face in the summer heat.
Create a low ponytail and secure loosely at the nape of your neck.
Use your hands to gently pull apart your hair above the ponytail holder to create an opening.
Flip the end of the ponytail into the opening and pull it through to create a simple twist.
Twist random sections to mask the holder and pin in place.
Blast it with hairspraytry:TRESemme Tres Two Hair Spray($4)to keep it in place.
A simple fishtail braid on the side enhances the bright hue.
Braid each pigtail into two classic three-piece braids.
Tuck in the ends of the tails to make it look like a seamless loop.
Original pinby Emiily frombyrdie.com
If you have long hair, a few smart elastics can go a long way.
Use clear bands likeGoody Ouchless Elastic Bands($4) to create the illusion of a bubble pony.
Brush hair back into a low ponytail and secure it with an elastic.
Measure about two inches down and secure another elastic.
Afterwards, gently pull out the hair in between the elastics to create the bubble shape.
Continue down the length of the pony until you reach the end.
Then throw half your hair up into a ponytail, but leave the ends tucked in.
Original pinby Camille Normandin fromfashiontartare.ca
Photo Credit: Courtesy of Pinterest
