Milkmaid braids is a classic hairstyle that is simple to achieve if you know how to do a standard braid.  However, this hairstyle isn’t for everyone.  Some people may think it looks like you work on a dairy farm while others consider this a staple hairstyle.  We think milkmaid braids are super cute for any occasion and we can’t get over how simple it is to do!

We’ve included some tips and tricks, step-by-step instructions, as well as a two video tutorials below to give you all the tools you need to do milkmaid braids!

Get the Look: Milkmaid Braids

Things you need:

• Two black or brown elastics (depending on your hair color)
• Bobby pins

 

Tips on how to get the look:

• Brush your hair completely so there are no knots
• Milkmaid braids look best with medium – long hair
• If you have a lot of layers, you will need more bobby pins
• Leave out your bangs or shorter front layers for a more relaxed look

 

Step-by-step instructions:

#1 Brush your hair.

#2 Separate your hair into two sections by parting your hair down the middle.

#3 If you have bangs or shorter front layers, you can leave those out for a less polished hairstyle.

#4 Braid your pigtails into two standard three-strand braids.

#5 Take one braid and place it on the top of your head and secure with a bobby pin.

#6 Take the other braid and place it on top of your head over the elastic of the other braid.  Secure with a bobby pin.

#7 Tuck the braid underneath the other braid to hide the elastic.

#8 Use bobby pins to secure any loose hairs.

#9 Use hairspray for extra hold {optional}.