There are so many varieties of plaits that can be adapted to every face shape, hair type and hair length, meaning that there’s always a plait style to suit your life. Today we’ll be looking at the waterfall plait – a beautiful and effortless design that’ll help keep hair off the face in the windy winter months! This style is also perfect for those that are growing out pesky fringes.

Step 1 – Split the hair into three sections, like you would your standard plait.

Step 2 - Begin plaiting through the hair, like a French plait, however each time you go to pick up more hair, drop the strand you have and pick up a new section (remember to hold it tightly away from the head to keep the plait from looking sloppy).

Step 3 – Continue towards the back of the head, continuing the pick up and drop method seen in step 2.

Step 4 – Once you’ve reached the desired plait length, secure it tightly with Kirby grips to ensure it doesn’t fall out.

And voila! A simple and elegant plait in seconds! If you’re getting the braid-bug, be sure to try out other styles like the fishtail plait and reverse French plait.

Have you styled your hair in plaits yet?