'Most hair types suit this style except very silky hair as you need textured hair for your plaits to stay put. Once you’ve finished styling, use a hairspray like Shu Uemura Sheer Lacquer (£16.75) to give a firm hold – it’s easier than using a texture product to hold the braid,’ advises Edmonds. I recommend using Kérastase Elixir Ultime (£29.30) or Shu Uemura Essence Absolue (£39.50) so hair is soft and easy to braid.
Firstly shampoo and roughly blow dry hair before adding a nourishing oil to replenish tresses. ‘Regardless of the length of your hair, it’s crucial to inject moisture into locks for a smooth finish. Then roughen the plait to lift it a little and run fingers down the braids for a tousled look.’ For a softer, more ethereal look, use a tail comb in the plait to pull at it, making it smooth.
#Halo braid full#
Even though you won’t be able to create the full look with short hair, if you plait a section just across the front you’ll be able to achieve the essence of Agron’s style. ‘If you have short hair, keep the braid at the front section of your hair as opposed to attempting to craft a halo braid that extends around the whole head.
#Halo braid trial#
Don’t worry if your locks aren’t long, you can still trial the trend - simply follow celebrity stylist Paul Edmond’s tips to adapt the look for shorter hair. Trading bulky braids for fiercely feminine fishtail plaits, Glee star Dianna Agron gave the halo braid style red carpet finesse. Alternatively you could smooth the hair first, part on the side plait from back to front creating a more glossy and sophisticated version of the halo braid,’ Burnet concludes. ‘Expand the shape of your braids by teasing them with your fingers and letting lose strands drop down before securing your style with a spritz of L’Oreal Techni Art Air Fix (£7.75). To take your look from day to night, Burnet suggests fanning out your plaits with your fingers to soften the look. Using your scalp braid as a guide secure the lose plait in to position with a kirby grip and secure with hair spray.’ ‘Release the clipped away hair and continue to scalp braid in the same fashion until you get back to where you started, continue plating the remaining hair and fasten with a hair band.