Simple Side Knot

How-tos for this look: Gently back-comb the hair ends around the head. Starting on the side you part your hair on, braid across the nape, working from just behind the ear and leaving the hair behind the opposite ear free. Let layers pop out at will as you braid (the idea is to keep the look slightly messy). Loosely gather the end of the braid with the unbraided hair and twist into a side knot. Secure with a couple of bobby pins. Pull out a few random strands, so hair does not look too “done,” and spritz on a bit of hair spray for hold.

 

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