30 INSPIRING FISHTAIL BRAIDS

1. Vogue Australia


2. Glamour


3. Style Caster

While putting together these 30 fishtail braids, I realized that I don't rock the style enough. I currently have a bob, so I was happy to see some shorter styles incorporating the braid. Love that it can work with any hair length. Definitely inspired to do it more often.

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20 Inspiring Braid Ideas For Short Hair

1. Flair


2. Refinery29


3. Lauren Conrad // Kristin Ess

I love a braided short hairstyle, especially for summer. I'm really wishing I had all of this braid inspiration last year when my hair was shorter!

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21 Inspiring Braid Ideas For Long Hair

1. Barefoot Blonde


2. FrouFrouu


3. Vanessa Jackman

Here are some braid ideas for long hair that make perfect inspiration for a variety of personal styles. These looks are making me want to grow my hair out!

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2 MINUTE TAKE ON THE MILKMAID BRAID

Photos via: Treasures and Travels

I've always thought of a milkmaid braid as a daunting and complicated hairstyle, until I came across this simple 2 minute/3-step alternative to the look. Now I just need to grow my hair out a bit to be able to try it out. If any of you do try this, let me know how it goes!

Find all the instructions for getting this braided look, as well as a sock bun, here.

Hair Inspiration: Romantic Half-Up Hairstyle With Mini Fishtail Braid

Photos via: Beauty Boks | Vogue Italy | Aveda PR

Obsessed with this romantic half-up hairstyle with a mini fishtail braid. This is perfect inspiration for a boho bride or for an effortless date night look.

Get the look:
+ Cara Bobby Pins
+ BlowPro Textstyle Dry Texture Spray

2 Sporty-Cool Ways to Wear a Dress for Spring and Summer

+ black sunglasses | striped maxi dress | loop handle bucket bag | furry pool slides




+ black sunglasses | floral print maxi dress | ring handle bag | white sneakers


There’s no denying that once the weather starts to warm up, we can’t wait to throw on a dress. This spring and summer it’s all about styling the piece, as feminine as it may be, with sporty pieces like sneakers and furry pool slides. Two of our favorite dresses of the moment for pulling off the trend are this striped knit maxi dress and this floral print maxi dress from the K/Lab collection at Kohl’s. Shop these pieces, plus more of our top picks from the collection below—Get 15% off with code TAKE15OFF (4/20-4/24)!

Creative Direction/Styling/Photography by: Jenn Camp | Model: Kaylee Camp

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This was sponsored by Kohl’s and Shopstyle. The opinions, as always, are my own.

Hair Inspiration: How To Do A Messy Fishtail Braid

Photos via: Treasures and Travels

I love a good messy fishtail braid, especially when done with ombré hair. It's great inspiration for summer when you're dealing with the humidity and want to keep cool. Make sure to check out this hair tutorial for all the how-to details!

For getting a little texture...
+ Oribe Travel-Sized Dry Texturizing Spray
+ Sachajuan Ocean Mist Texturizing Spray
+ Bumble and Bumble Surf Spray

Side Braid + Stripes

Photo via: stylerain

Beautiful shot! Love the French feel of this simple hat, side braid and striped top.

Get the look:
+ Eugenia Kim Jessa Genie Hat
+ Enza Costa Stripe Crew Top

An Elevated White Shirt And Denim Look To Try Now

Photos via: This Time Tomorrow

Krystal brings her white button-down shirt and jeans mix to the next level with a milkmaid braid, cat-eye sunglasses, a ribbon choker, and simple white pumps. Effortlessness at its finest!

Get the look:
+ Vince Camuto Cat Eye Sunglasses
+ UO Ribbon Choker Necklace
+ ASOS Smart Boyfriend Shirt
+ J Brand 811 Mid Rise Jeans
+ Call It Spring Nidda Pointy Pump

Hair Inspiration: The Simple Loose Braid

Photo via: Camilla Pihl

As always, Camilla Pihl is a great source of hair inspiration. This time around, she has us wanting to try a simple loose braid. It's a perfect for an off-duty outfit... How cool does it look with a classic white tee and jeans?

Get the look:
+ Ouai Texturizing Hair Spray
+ Oribe Dry Texturizing Spray
+ Pieces Clear Hair Elastics
+ Rag & Bone/Jea Base V Tee
+ Crippen Anderson Jeans

Hair Crush: The Messy Undone Braid

Photo via: Vogue Paris

Thanks to this street style star, we want to master the messy, undone braid. It looks great with her fall outfit which consists of a classic trench coat and burgundy bag.

Get the look:
+ Ouai Wave Spray
+ Ouai Texturizing Spray
+ Oribe Dry Texturizing Spray
+ Bumble And Bumble Thickening Spray

10 WAYS TO DRESS UP A PONYTAIL

Photos via: Hair and Make-Up by Steph

I'm always looking for easy ways to change up my usual up-do, so these 10 ways to dress up a ponytail are much welcomed inspiration. I think #3 #9 and #10 are my favorites.

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Elevate Your Braid With A Black Ribbon

Photo via: Collage Vintage

If you are looking for an easy hairstyle that looks elevated and polished, check out this chic street style star's hair look. Just top off a simple braid with a classic black ribbon and you're good to go!

Get the look:
+ Ouai Texturizing Hair Spray
+ Oribe Dry Texturizing Spray
+ Nasty Gal Lydia Wrap Choker
+ Reclaimed Vintage Wrap Bow

MODEL-OFF-DUTY: IRINA KULIKOVA | EFFORTLESS NEUTRALS

Photo via: ELLE | Style Bistro

Model Irina Kulikova in effortless neutrals during London Fashion Week. This has me wanting a good pair of khaki trousers. Also, loving the loose braid and beanie mix in the first shot.

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MESSY BRAIDS

Photos via: Vogue UK

Revisited Rag & Bone F/W 2011 and can't seem to get these messy braids off my mind.

An Easy And Casual Chic Blogger Look To Inspire You This Weekend

Photos via: Modern Legacy

Blogger Kaitlyn shows us the ropes on how to create an easy and casual chic weekend look. Simply pair a slouchy striped tee with boyfriend jeans, heeled sandals and call it a day! This ultra simple look can go from day to night with the right accessories.

Get the look:
+ Ray-Ban Original Wayfarer Sunglasses
+ Rag & Bone Ash Long Sleeve Top
+ All Saints Fluer De Lis Braid Tote
+ Frame Le Garcon Jeans
+ Steve Madden Stecy Sandal

BRIGHT SPOT

ph: Olivia Finland

This makes me want to run away to the country, wearing nothing but Isabel Marant ♥
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4 Stylish Hair Looks For The Gym

Illustrations by Esra Roise for UO Blog

Here are four stylish hair looks that are perfect for your next workout at the gym.

SHOE CRUSH: TIE-DYE D'ORSAY FLATS

These tie-dye Cynthia Vincent Arabelle d'orsay flats are perfect for summer. As far as styling them, I think they'd go great with this navy cropped tank top and a pair of white ankle jeans.

ROSIE HUNTINGTON-WHITELEY | EASY BREEZY

ph: Just Jared

Rosie Huntington-Whiteley in a great easy breezy look. It has me wishing for Cali weather here on the east coast! Still regretting not getting those nude braided Chloé sandals.

Get the look...
+ Marc by Marc Jacobs Oversized Metal Aviator Sunglasses
+ 3.1 Phillip Lim Muscle Tee
+ Cheap Monday Dip Back Tank
+ A.L.C. Mak Top
+ River Island Quilted Tassel Front Bag
+ Tory Burch Lizard Medium Resin Top Bag
+ Citizens of Humanity Dylan Boyfriend Jeans
+ Just Fab Blush Anika Sandals
+ Frye Leather Braided Braylin Sandals
+ Promiscuous Tan Vonnita Sandals