The Braid Book: 20 Fun and Easy Styles

Ever lusted for a cool braid style, but just can’t figure out how? Thanks to The Braid Book, now you can! Sarah Hiscox and Willa Burton, founders of London’s hip The Braid Bar, show you how to style both simple and intricate braids in your own hair or a friend’s, using clear, easy-to-follow directions and plenty of photos. The up-to-the-minute designs include braids from a plaited halo or an elaborate fishtail to a Cara Delevingne–inspired braid. You’ll get ideas to adorn your hair with clips, pompoms, and bands, as well as other stylish tools such as hair chalk and glitter. There are secret tips, tricks, and advice on caring for your braids, as well as answers to frequently asked questions, to ensure you can get your braid on.

Sarah Hiscox and Willa Burton are partner-owners of The Braid Bar, “a place where people of all ages can go and choose a braid from a visual style menu. No appointments, no hair wash, and no big bill!” Sarah has worked in and around the fashion business for more than twenty-five years, most recently as a personal stylist. Willa, formerly Sarah’s family’s babysitter, is young with a great sense of style and understanding of current trends.