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Double braids are a simple way to add a subtle, polished detail to your hair. This look uses two small braids, one on each side, which can be pinned over the top of your head or secured at the back. Leave them plain for an understated style, or add a flower crown for a spring-ready finish.
Both options use the same basic braids, so you can choose where to pin them depending on the look you want. Starting with brushed hair helps make the sections easier to handle and keeps the finished style neat.
How to Make Double Braids
First, create a braid on each side of your head. Sections taken from behind the ears are easy to tuck away and give the braids a discreet, peek-a-boo effect.
- Brush your hair. Remove tangles before you begin so the sections are easier to braid.
- Take a small section behind one ear. Choose hair from slightly underneath if you want the braid to remain subtle.
- Braid the section. Repeat on the other side, aiming for similar-sized sections and braids.
- Pancake the braids. Gently loosen the braid loops with your fingers to make each braid look fuller. Work carefully so the braid does not come undone.
Two Ways to Style Double Braids
Option 1: Pin the Braids Over the Top
Bring each braid up and over the top of your head. Tuck the ends underneath the opposite braid or along the pinned section, then secure them with a few bobby pins. This creates a crown-like shape and gives you a place to attach a flower crown if you want to wear one.
For a more secure hold, pin through the braid and the hair underneath it. Add pins where the braid feels loose, rather than relying on a single pin at each end.
Option 2: Pin the Braids at the Back
For a different finish, bring both braids toward the back of your head and pin them there. Tuck the ends underneath and use a few bobby pins to hold them in place. This arrangement creates a braided detail that is more noticeable from behind and less visible from the front.
A flower crown that wraps around the back of the head can sit over this style. The braids also provide a base where the crown can be pinned. You can add a flower crown to the top-pinned version as well.
Finishing Tips
- Keep the sections small for a delicate, discreet effect; use slightly fuller sections if you want the braids to stand out more.
- Check the pins from the front and back, and tuck away any visible ends.
- If you are adding a flower crown, position it before adding the final pins so you can secure the accessories together.
These double braids offer two quick styling choices using the same simple technique. Pin them over the top for a crown-like look or at the back for a subtle detail, and add flowers if you would like a more decorative finish. Rebecca
