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DOUBLE DUTCH BRAIDS
Make bold and breezy plaits your next braid hairstyle with a super-cool set of Dutch braids. Inspired by the classic schoolgirl pigtails, these double dutch braids have been given a boho makeover to create a look that screams out festival babe. Perfect for any occasion, the double Dutch braid hairstyle adds a trendy twist to your hair, giving you that effortlessly chic, festival-ready vibe.
Showcase personality to stand out from the crowd with your braided double dutch hairstyle. Plait your hair using the Dutch technique for a pair of chunky braids, then loosen them out for an edgy undone finish. From the bottom of your head, create curls with the ghd curve® creative curl wand to compliment the free-spirited vibe. Add pops of colour and glitter to the double Dutch braids for a festival look that will catapult this look into a hairstyle hacienda of its own.
Hail to the braids for your next boho look and nail the double Dutch plaited style. Get this braided hairstyle with our how-to guide.
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GHD CURVE® CREATIVE CURL WAND
GHD CURLY EVER AFTER - CURL HOLD SPRAY
GHD THE SECTIONER - TAIL COMB
STEP-BY-STEPS
CREATE A CENTRE PARTING TO THE BOTTOM OF THE HEAD
Brush hair with a ghd tail comb and create a center paring all the way to the bottom of the head
TIE AWAY ONE SIDE
Once parted, tie away one side with an elastic.
AT TOP OF THE OTHER SIDE, CREATE A TRIANGLE SECTION AND SPLIT IT IN THREE
Starting at the top of the other side, take a triangle section and divide it into three. TOP TIP: To create a Dutch Braid (which sits prominently away from the head) the technique goes under rathe than over
PASS INNER STRAND UNDER MIDDLE STRAND
Take the inner strand of the hair and pass it under the middle strand.
PASS THE OUTER STRAND UNDER THE MIDDLE STRAND
Take the outer strand of the hair and pass it under the middle strand.
ADD SMALL AMOUNT OF HAIR TO STRANDS AND PASS UNDER AGAIN
On the second pass, start to add a small amount of hair, taking the time to ensure its neat, then pass under.
CONTINUE THIS TECHNIQUE, ADDING HAIR EACH PASS
Continue this technique, continually adding hair and passing under each time. TOP TIP: Keeping your sections tight will create a more defined braid.
ONCE AT THE BOTTOM, SECURE
Once you reach the bottom of the head, secure the hair with a clear elastic.
REPEAT ON THE OTHER SIDE
Repeat the braiding technique on the other side of your head.
GENTLY FLATTEN BRAID
Pull gently on the braid to flatten.
SPRAY REMAINING HAIR WITH CURL HOLD PRODUCT
Spritz the remaining hair on each braid with ghd curly ever after - curl hold spray.
STEP 12
TWIST WRAP HAIR AROUND THE CURLING WAND
Using the ghd curve® creative wand, take random sections and twist the wrap around the barrel, holding for 5-8 seconds.
CONTINUE CURLING FOR A TEXTURED LOOK
Continue curling the hair in any direction for a loose and tousled texture.
TOP TIP
Wrap a small piece of hair around the elastic and grip in place to hide.
FINISH YOUR LOOK FOR FESTIVAL-READY DOUBLE DUTCH BRAIDS
With these simple steps, your double Dutch braids are ready to make a statement. This boho-inspired hairstyle combines bold plaits with textured curls to give you that effortlessly chic, festival-ready vibe. Perfect for any occasion, the double Dutch braid hairstyle offers a versatile look that can be easily dressed up with pops of color and glitter for a fun, standout finish. Get this free-spirited hairstyle and elevate your braid game with this trendy, carefree look.