The most versatile and at the same time beautiful hairstyle is the weaving of spikelets. And a huge number of variations makes it possible to prepare for any event, be it a wedding or the most ordinary corporate party. The main advantages of spikelets are not only in the variety of options, but also in the fact that you can build such a hairstyle yourself. A couple of workouts - and weaving a spikelet braid will be like in a salon. And the most important plus is that it does not matter at all what kind of hair you have, sparse or thick, curly or straight - your hair is braided without much difficulty.
French braid
Standard weaving hair with a spikelet has a second name - a French braid. This name is not accidental, because it was in France that such a weaving technique first appeared. Fashion does not stand still, and such a hairstyle either came into fashion, or again lost ground. But just the same, recently, more and more spikelets can be seen not only on the streets of the city, but even on the catwalks of the world's most famous models.
What are the benefits?
The versatility of the hairstyle is that it is perfect not only for little girls to go to school or kindergarten, but also for business ladies. In addition to beauty and grace, I fell in love with the hairstyle because it lasts throughout the day and does not fall apart. A beautiful hairstyle remains even after the spikelets are untwisted - natural waves are obtained that look very charming.
Classic
In order to get started, you need to carefully comb your hair so that it is easily braided. Now you can start weaving a spikelet for beginners:
- Part evenly and divide your hair into two equal parts.
- After determining the place where the spikelet starts, and it can start at the forehead or at the crown, you should take a small strand in the middle, one on the left, the second on the right.
- A spikelet is woven according to the pattern of an ordinary braid, with only one nuance - you need to alternately put hair from the right strand to the middle one and from the left to the middle one.
- This manipulation should be carried out several more times, after which strands are added alternately from the right and left half of the free hair to the main weave. Simply put, to the main braid, we add loose hair from above or below, either on the right or on the left.
- The strands should be equal in size for the spikelet to look perfect.
- Weave the spikelet until all the loose hair is woven into the braid.
You can weave a spikelet with an ordinary oblique, or you can experiment andmake a fishtail. Here is a charming hairstyle for every day.
What are the variations of spikelets?
Classic weaving is just one of the few hairstyle options. The most popular variations of the spikelet, in addition to the classic: reverse weaving, side weaving, spikelet around the head, fishtail, weaving ribbons and much more. Everyone will be able to choose the perfect option for themselves. The spikelet weaving patterns below are the most popular.
Reverse spikelet
The procedure is exactly the same as in weaving a classic pigtail. But one single nuance, which in the end gives us a completely different kind of spikelet, is that the strands are not laid from above, as in the previous version, but from below. If the spikelets are stretched, then the hairstyle looks very voluminous. You need to pull the hair all over the spikelet so that the hairstyle looks neat. It can also be decorated with various accessories and boldly go to a solemn event.
Diagonal spikelet
This is another popular weaving, which is especially loved by young girls for the romance and airiness of their hairstyle. Want to be even more feminine? Learn how to do a diagonal French braid. This hairstyle looks best on long hair. From the first time, those who are familiar with the standard weaving technique will succeed in braiding such a spikelet, but beginners will have to be patient. Step-by-step instructions for weaving spikelets will help you cope with this task.
- Take a wide section from the left or right side of the head above the ear, depending on which direction the braid will be.
- Divide the big strand into three smaller ones.
- Now put the left strand on the middle strand, then the right strand on the middle strand and again return to the left strand. The principle is exactly the same as that of weaving the most ordinary pigtail.
- Separate a small part of the hair on the left side from the main weave and put it on the middle strand, throwing it over the left strand in a pigtail. In general, the weaving technique is repeated, like a regular spikelet.
- Further, everything is repeated that was listed in the previous step, only now you need to change the sequence of strands.
- After all the strands are woven diagonally into the spikelet, you can either add a regular braid, or make a tail or a small bun.
The diagonal reverse French braid looks very impressive. This option is ideal for a special occasion.
The famous fishtail
This type of spikelet will definitely not leave anyone indifferent, and questions from girlfriends will fall in hail. Such a simple hairstyle in appearance seems very complex and spectacular. And such a braid is woven only using two strands.
- First, you should carefully comb your hair and divide it into two identical parts.
- Take a thin strand from the outer edge of the left side of the shock and throw it to the right side of the hair.
- Now the same thing needs to be done on the other side, the strand isthe same thickness only on the right is shifted to the center.
- And now just repeat the previous two steps alternately, overlapping strands on the right and left until you get a chic fishtail.
The result must be fixed with a thin elastic band, preferably transparent, so that it is not conspicuous. Do not forget, the thinner the strands are used in weaving, the more effective the braid will look. However, the process will take much longer than the previous options, especially if you are a happy owner of a long and thick hair.
Helpful tips
If you have never had to weave such braids in your life, then you will have to work hard to get the hang of it and become a real braiding professional. Experienced hairdressers are advised to adopt the following rules:
- Spikelets are best when the hair is clean and well-combed.
- So that the strands do not break out of the weave, you can apply a little foam or mousse.
- If you make spikelets at night, you can wake up in the morning with gorgeous curls without curlers or curling irons.
- When you become an experienced master in weaving spikelets, you can weave various ribbons into them and experiment.
- It is advisable to comb through each strand before weaving it into a braid, so the hair will fit perfectly on top of each other, without the so-called "roosters".
- If you have never wove spikelets, practice on your girlfriends, if there is no one with long hair nearby, then you can take ordinary ropes and work out hand movementswhile weaving.
- Don't be lazy to watch video tutorials, explore all the options and try, experiment and practice.
- Use hair ties to separate strands, it will be much more convenient for beginners to learn weaving and not get tangled in hair.
- The ideal option would be to have mirrors at the back and front in order to closely monitor the process from all sides and, if possible, immediately correct the shortcomings.
If you use all the rules and follow the step-by-step instructions, then after a couple of workouts, the spikelets will be braided in a couple of minutes. Such a versatile and incredibly feminine hairstyle will definitely appeal to everyone.