Gorgeous hair braids

These 4 gorgeous hair braids will effortlessly take you from your workout to party (via the office, if you must!)

Thought braids were just for little kids? Think again. These cunning twists are perfect when exercising: they’ll keep your hair off your face without the uncomfortable tightness of a high bun, leaving you free to run, jump and kick – while still looking cute. Keeping your hair plaited and controlled at the gym means you don’t always have to wash it after your workout; if you’re pressed for time, apply some dry shampoo, like Batiste’s spray (try the new cherry fragrance) or Lulu Organics’ Lavender & Sage powder and you’re good to go straight to work. When leaving the office, simply pull a few tendrils loose from the front of the braid and you’ve got a sexy hairdo that will stay put while you throw shapes all over that dance floor.

Braids look a lot more complex than they are, so even if you’re a plaiting virgin, don’t be afraid! Follow these youtube tutorials and get with the braidy bunch.