So braids…
…they are officially EVERYWHERE with no signs of going ANYWHERE ANYTIME soon.
The longevity is kind of shocking — and in keeping with nail art and ombré hair, they’re no longer a trend but instead just another way to change things up.
So we tried our DIVA hands at ’em.
Mel and Marlena’s hands to be exact.
Starting with a simple side rope braid as THE WARMUP.
Mel created a chic rope pony and Marlena twirled a romantic rope half-up number.
Both completed the task with proficiency and skill.
So we upped the ante with a little FRIENDLY COMPETITION.
A freestyle braid-off, if you will.
The looks were challenging and things definitely got heated.
Mel crafted a multi-braid side chignon showcasing her long layers and drawing the eye to her neck and jawline. Marlena threaded a sporty fishtail with a high-pony base that had tons of movement and highlighted her hot haircolor.
I’d ask Who Braided Best — but it’s pretty obvi they’re both #winning. Loving these looks so much!
#BRAIDBABES
XOLC
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Laughing thinking about me trying to NOT laugh during these shots. #RIP to my short-lived modeling career </3
Laughing thinking about me trying to NOT laugh during these shots. #RIP to my short-lived modeling career </3
Of all the 754875245184570281394389 shots we took, you are pretty much either total stone-face (I Will Not Laugh I Will Not Laugh I Will Not Laugh) or sinister smirking (I May Be About To Crack Up In T-Minus-10-Seconds So PLEASE Get The Shot).
#SUPERMODEL #BLUESTEEL #ILOVEIT
xoLC
If only these photos showed the arm workout we got while attempting these braids ….
If only these photos showed the arm workout we got while attempting these braids ….
WORD!! Braids are serious business.
xoLC