Halo and crown braid designs

A crown or halo braid wraps around the head like a headpiece made from your own hair. It works for wedding guests, brides or an everyday updo. From a quick twist to a fishtail crown, these are four ways to create it.

Twisted crown: two strands twisted together wrap around the head like a smooth spiral headband — Twisted crown Two strands twisted together wrap around the head for the quickest halo effect.

Classic halo braid: one continuous Dutch braid circles the head close to the hairline — Classic halo One continuous Dutch braid follows the hairline.

Double crown: two parallel Dutch braids with a centre part, crossed at the nape and wrapped around the head — Crossed double crown Two Dutch braids with a centre part cross at the nape and wrap around the head.

Fishtail crown: a widened V-pattern braid around the head, with loose strands framing the face — Fishtail crown A widened fishtail braid wraps around the head, with loose strands framing the face.

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