Learn how to create this romantic braided updo with Kara Gozali

Turn up the romance and create a dreamy braided updo worthy of a fairy tale ending!

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A romantic affair calls for a romantic look. Today we teach you how to create a beautiful braided updo that’s perfect for prom, weddings, maybe even dates. In the video above, Kara Gozali gives you a step-by-step demonstration on how to nail this hairstyle that would make you and everybody else fall in love (with the hair, we mean. But should you meet your prince charming where you’re taking this hairstyle, then we’ll be thrilled!). The hairstyle does look a bit intimidating, but Kara made it happen, and you will, too! This braided updo is so pretty, we promise, it’s worth the effort!  

Do the romantic braided updo with Kara Gozali

1

Prep hair

First, wash your hair with Dove Intense Repair Shampoo and Dove Intense Repair Conditioner.

romantic braided updo with Kara Gozali
2

Section hair

Take two sections from the front and pin them up separately.

romantic braided updo with Kara Gozali
3

Create a ponytail

Take the remaining hair and put it up in a ponytail

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4

French braid

Unclip the second section of hair and start creating a French braid with it until you reach the other side of your head. Secure the end with an elastic.

romantic braided updo with Kara Gozali
5

Tease

Undo your ponytail and take the upper part then gently tease to create volume. Form a half-up and secure with an elastic.

romantic braided updo with Kara Gozali
6

Twist it over

Take a section from the remaining ends of your ponytail and twist upwards into a bun. Repeat until no sections are left.

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7

Twist it under

Take the end of your braid and twist it under your half-up

romantic braided updo with Kara Gozali
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Release

Unclip the front sections of your hair and pin underneath the braids.

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Kara Gozali totally rocked the look. Now it’s your turn!

 

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