Trend: Braided Hair

Submitted by Mimi on Friday, 6 February 200912 Comments

Braids have been one of the most popular hair trends of 2008 and will still be a favourite this year. Worn by many celebs such as Gwen Stefani, Nicole Richie, Lauren Conrad and etc. Each one of those trendsetters wore their braids differently. Some in a French braid, some in a sloppy braid and some especially lately in a milkmaid braid.
However, none of those celebrities succeeded at inspiring me to braid my hair.

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You see, as a child I used to braid my hair all the time. I loved how it left a slight wave in my hair once I took out the braid. Later in high school, I used to wear my hair down or in a ponytail most of the time, but never would I even consider braiding it again. It just wasn’t “cool” anymore.

So, who stirred me to braid my hair today?

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This beautiful blond girl, I saw on the street a few days ago. Her hair was naturally wavy and she loosely braided it with a few hair strands falling out here and there. When I saw her I just knew I had to revisit this old hair habit of mine. And I did today!

I love how braiding hair is so easy, yet it allows you to create so many different hairstyles with it, once you have mastered the technique.

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So many compliments today that I am considering to braid my hair more often and might even attempt the milkmaid braid.

Do you ladies braid your hair and if yes – What is your preferred style?

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12 Comments »

Leyla said:

Mimi, you look absolutely stunning!! I absolutely LOVE that look on you! It just looks really natural, fresh, playful and somewhat innocent at the same time! You’re just such a cutie! And thanks to you, I might actually try braiding my hair as well… =)

- 6 February 2009 at 3:03 am

The Seeker said:

MIMI!!!!!! Gorgeous you, you look so lovely!!!!!

Well, my darling, even if I wanted I couldn’t, because I’ve short hair

And thank you sooooooooooo much for your soooooooo nice and kind comment on Look 10 for me. I’m excited, but I’m also afraid, because there’s so much great girls there and when we’ll go on vote I’m sure I will not have any vote (Well I’m being selfish, and I shouldn’t be)

On another note, I’ve the same mixed feelings about 2012, I’ve been short of time, but when I can I do my researches. You’ve a very interesting point of view. Like you, you know I’m a spiritual (or I try to be) person so I also try to call atention to people for some aspects, and for the importance that even the smallest thing can do to the vibration of the planet.
Oh I so wish we could talk face to face….

Well, my dear you’re such a lovely, nice and kind person, and I love you. I’m sooooooo glad to have met *hug*

By the way, isn’t Nadine lovely?

Lots of love, gorgeous you
xoxo

- 6 February 2009 at 6:46 am

Danielle said:

U look great! love the braided hair, you pull it off so well my hair is too short to braid.

- 6 February 2009 at 10:26 am

melmo said:

oh cutiee you look sooo amazing!!! i do love your braided hair. wow so inspireing

and thanks for your cute words. I didn’t know that emma is the niece of julia roberts. but you are so right in the last pic they look kinda similar!!
and my skirt is a dress from H&M and it was so cheap hehe

kiss have a wonderful weekend!!!

- 6 February 2009 at 11:39 am

sharon rose said:

Hi there-you look really lovely, I would wear my hair in the same way or split in two (like bunches). Have a lovely weekend my dear!

- 6 February 2009 at 12:40 pm

franco said:

my style is whatever i look like when I wake up, I like braids, chics just look so innocent and child-like with it

- 6 February 2009 at 1:18 pm

Lida said:

I really like your last picture. You look stunning!

- 6 February 2009 at 1:56 pm

Fashion CHALET said:

It’s all I do, it’s so long that it’s my easy way of looking ‘styled’ and ready to go. so, i say YES =]

xx

- 6 February 2009 at 4:41 pm

Song of Style said:

ah, that’s so funny because i braided my hair last night after a shower and curled a few strands today….. haha
u look super gorgeous btw!
hope u have an amazing weekend mimi.

- 6 February 2009 at 4:47 pm

waqas said:

well lokin kool n gorgeous but i can’t have ur style

- 7 February 2009 at 3:24 pm

Eeli said:

Oh my goodness you are so pretty. Not fair! ^_^ Nice topic too, lately i havn’t been braiding my hair but this reminds me that they’re not confined to little kiddies. As for my preferred type? Loose and wavy just like you’ve worn yours. Anything severe sadly doesn’t suit me at all

Babe, i think i need to link you. Hope you don’t mind

- 8 February 2009 at 8:10 pm

sheila said: