Dutch Braid
This is how the braided trend hairstyle works
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The Dutch braid is one of the most popular braided hairstyles. And it’s easy to restyle – as our step-by-step instructions show!
The Dutch braid, also known as a Dutch braid, is not only practical, but also a real eye-catcher. And although it looks complicated, the braid is fairly easy to replicate – the technique of braiding is largely the same as that of a peasant braid. With our instructions you will be able to braid a Dutch braid in no time at all!
Dutch Braid: What is a Dutch Braid?
What do I need for the Dutch Braid?
You will probably already have most of the helpers for the Dutch braid at home. You need these utensils for braiding:
- comb and brush
- hair tie
- possibly mousse
- hairspray
- possibly decorated hair clips or flowers
Tips in advance: By the way, the easiest way to braid the hairstyle is if your hair is at least shoulder-length and as straight as possible. If you have frizzy or curly hair, it is best to first use a straightening iron or blow-dry your hair straight with a round brush.
Instructions: Step by Step to the Dutch Braid
Do you want to get started right away and imitate the braided hairstyle? Then a tip in advance: Braiding is easier if the hair is not freshly washed, because it then becomes a bit more manageable. Alternatively, you can use some dry shampoo for the same effect. Here is our simple step-by-step guide to copying it:
- First, brush your hair well.
- For more volume you can knead some mousse into the lengths.
- Now divide the hair into three strands, which should all be the same thickness if possible.
- Now you can start braiding at the roots or further back on the head, as you wish: Take the left strand and lay it under the middle strand.
- Repeat the procedure on the other side: So you take the right strand and put it under the middle strand.
- Continue braiding the braid like this – you can then either fix it at the neck with a braid and decorate it with a small bow, for example. Or you can braid to the ends of your hair and only then tie the Dutch braid together.
- To give the braid a little more volume, you can now pull the individual sections of the strands apart a little.
- Fix the Dutch braid with some hairspray and decorate it with pearl clips, for example – done!
Would you like to see more instructions for creative hairstyles? In addition to the Dutch braid, we also explain, for example, how the chignon and the herringbone braid are made and how you can braid a farmer’s braid. You can also find more great braided hairstyles here.