7 Ways To Master the Rapunzel Braid
Let’s face it: when it comes to hairstyles that are quick, easy and look like a million dollars, braids are IT. But when you’ve mastered the French braid, fishtail braid and the mermaid braid, where else is there to go?
Ladies, you need a Rapunzel braid in your life. Also known as a five-strand braid, this style is incredibly gorgeous—and, it turns out, incredibly simple to master. Because it’s much easier to see braiding in motion than to read the steps, these 7 essential videos will show you how to become a Rapunzel braid genius in no time!
1. The basics.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZgAaNDMtpHQ
This video from Bobby Glam (which starts at 1:00) is clear and concise. A brilliant place to start to learn how to plait with five strands of hair instead of three. Plus, could she have the prettiest hair of all time?
2. The half-up Rapunzel.
Once you have the basic technique down, why not get creative with it? Abby Smith’s hair tutorials are always top-notch—this is a beautiful five-strand style that only LOOKS complicated.
3. The double-braid.
This Rapunzel braid has a center braided strand, which adds some detail and additional interest to the style. You’ll definitely feel like a real life Disney princess with this hair!
4. The five-strand waterfall braid.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0p73eKDSWMQ
If you’re as obsessed with waterfall braids as we are, this is the perfect style for you. Bonus: this braid will work on hair from bob length through mermaid.
5. The actual Rapunzel braid.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CdOyWn9YDnw
If you’re still obsessed with all things Tangled (or you just like your braids a little messier), this tutorial from Kayleigh Melissa will show you exactly how to get the look. This is technically a three-strand Dutch braid that only LOOKS like it has five-strands—perfect for anyone having a hard time with the full Rapunzel. Flowers are, of course, optional.
6. Rapunzel’s extensions.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rEclhuPxIlk
This is a brilliant tutorial for natural-haired ladies from the amazing Yolanda Renee. She shows you how to incorporate a braided piece into your hair for a protective wrapped style; simply plait the hair with five strands instead of three for the official Rapunzel look!
7. Five-strand headband.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yxim_DOAAPQ
If you love braiding your bangs but want an even fancier way to do it, may we suggest this style? It’s perfect for the office, date night or even running to the gym—there’s nothing worse than having your hair break free while you’re sweatin’ to the oldies.
BONUS: I’m still having trouble!
Never fear! This video is technically from an origami forum, but the different colored strands make five-strand Rapunzel braiding incredibly easy to understand.
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