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Sleek hidden braids – another fashion week style to steal

April 27, 2015 By Hair Romance 10 Comments

Steven Khalil - MBFWA - runway hair - sleek hidden braids

Another fashion week style to steal – this sleek hidden braid as seen at Steven Khalil.

Last week I posted about the cool hair at Jennifer Kate and this hidden braid trend was also seen here at Steven Khalil.

Steven is a renowned bridal couturier and this year presented his first fashion couture collection at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia. His divine dresses are loved by celebs worldwide including Kylie Jenner.

Steven Khalil - MBFWA - backstage runway hair - sleek hidden braids

Steven Khalil - MBFWA runway hair - sleek hidden braids

The sleekness of this style really sets it above the rest. Steven described the look as “romantic but modern and clean.” Instead of finishing in a matching sleep bun, the hair is braided in two sections and curved around to form this interlinking braided bun.

Created by Hair Director, Sharon Blain for Goldwell, the look was inspired by this collection. Sharon says “The idea for this hair look evolved from looking at the gowns, the fabrics, their textures and also the embellishments. We wanted a design to complement the collection but not to overpower. Steven’s gowns range from simple column forms to full skirts and finishing with a stunning bridal gown. It was important to have the hair work across the entire range of different neck-lines and forms. This was a perfect complement and works successfully with all the collection.”

Steven Khalil - backstage MBFWA - runway hair - sleek hidden braids

How to get the look – Hidden braids at Steven Khalil

  1. Blowdry your hair for a smooth start. Sharon used StyleSign Hot Form styling lotion and directionally blow dried the hair with a paddle brush from a centre pony tail, towards the nape to create a smooth finish.
  2. Create a centre part. Make the parting in line with the top of the ear from ear to ear, dividing the hair into two sections. Sharon added StyleSign Diamond Gloss through the hair for a high shine finish.
  3. Section your hair for the hidden braid. Work a three strand scalp braid in a 5cm panel down the centre of the forehead down to the back at the nape. Secure with a small band to hold. This can be lightly roughed for texture, but the braid should be tight.
  4. Smooth back the sides. Direct the sides softly back on both sides and secure at the nape. A light back combing on the sides with finer hair will help give body.
  5. Braid your ponytail. Divide the pony in two sections and work a three-strand braid to the end, band to hold.
  6. Curve the braids into a bun. Make a loop out to the sides and secure the ends at centre to hold. Repeat on other side, pin well and spray with StyleSign Magic Finish to hold.

Steven Khalil - MBFWA - runway hair - sleek hidden braid

Don’t you think this would make a gorgeous formal updo? Where would you wear this braid?

Images by Micaela Rafel and courtesy of Goldwell

Filed Under: Fashion Week, Hair Romance, Hair Trends

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Comments

  1. Wench says

    May 1, 2015 at 8:00 pm

    I saw this for the first time on your blog, I love it, I had a go myself and it’s a really nice way of jazzing up a ponytail or bun!

    Wench x

    Reply
    • Hair Romance says

      May 3, 2015 at 3:36 pm

      that’s great! Thanks Wench and I’m posting a tutorial this week too 🙂 xx

      Reply
  2. Elina says

    April 27, 2015 at 4:50 pm

    Love that from profile this hairstyle reminds me of dinosaur. You know… these small fins on their back. 🙂 Definitely need to try it!

    Reply
    • Hair Romance says

      April 28, 2015 at 10:37 am

      haha yes, I totally see it now! x

      Reply
  3. Sonia from Sonia Styling says

    April 27, 2015 at 1:54 pm

    Amazing! Love it. x

    Reply
    • Hair Romance says

      April 28, 2015 at 10:37 am

      I love how simple it looks at the front compared to the intricate braids at the back x

      Reply
  4. Laura says

    April 27, 2015 at 12:32 pm

    So cute…if only I could braid, lol!

    Laura
    http://www.24-7style.com

    Reply
    • Hair Romance says

      April 28, 2015 at 10:36 am

      you need my braids book Laura! And it just takes practice 🙂

      Reply
  5. Madeleine | The Daily Mark says

    April 27, 2015 at 11:12 am

    So in love with this look. Definitely have to give it a go!

    Reply
    • Hair Romance says

      April 28, 2015 at 10:35 am

      Thanks lovely! This would be amazing in your hair x

      Reply

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