Look 1: Upside Down Braid
To help you out, we’re sharing two ways to create the upside down braid, complete with a classic braid and then another one that’s jazzed up with some hair accessories. Read on to learn how to create an upside down braid and rock this versatile hairstyle in either a casual or formal way:
Look 2: Embellished Upside Down French Braid
Adding a bit of embellishment to your upside down back braid is another way to draw interest to an already unique style. Trust us, it’s not as difficult as it looks or sounds either. Keep scrolling to learn how to get the look!
If you want to add a formal twist to this hairstyle, add some decor to your bun. Opt for floral hair accessories, or jeweled charms. You can place them strategically within your upside down braid, or around the base of your bun!
Step 1: Refresh your hair with some dry shampoo.
Updos like this are more easily created on hair with some texture. Prep hair for this look by spritzing on some dry shampoo, such as Dove Refresh+Care Volume & Fullness Dry Shampoo, which helps sop up excess grease and refresh your scalp. Shake your hair out afterward.
Step 2: Flip your head over and begin braiding.
Flip your hair over and begin a French braid in the center (or a Dutch braid, if desired!). Start from your neckline upwards to the top of your crown.
Step 3: Secure at the top with a hair tie.
Tie off the end of your upside down French braid with an elastic. Brush out the ponytail to ensure that you’re tangle-free.
Step 4: Create your bun.
Take your ponytail and coil it around its own base, creating a chignon. Tie off your bun with a hair elastic to ensure it’s secure.
Step 5: Embellish!
Open up each of your hair jewels or rings, and loop one through each braid chain. Use a few for some subtle bling, or do a series of rings for an edgy, slightly subversive feel.
Step 6: Finish with hairspray.
A final spritz of hairspray, such as TRESemmé TRES Two Extra Hold Hairspray, helps hold down any flyaways and keeps your look in place.
