HOW-TO STEPS

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  This look is best achieved on a slightly wavy texture.

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  Backcomb the roots to create volume.

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  Mist the ends with spray wax and tousle the hair with your fingers to create texture.

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  Create a side part, then section the hair at the ears on each side and clip away the front sections.

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  On the heavy side, create a French fishtail braid, beginning at the part.

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  Omit some of the hair around the hairline to soften the look.

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  Continue braiding to the ends.

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  Grasp the end of the braid with one hand and with the other, gently pull each section at the sides to loosen the braid.

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  Pin the end of the braid behind the opposite ear, taking care to avoid flattening the volume on top.

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  Repeat on the other side, pinning the end of the second braid just under the first braid.

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  Create a low, loose ponytail with the remaining hair.

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  Pull the ponytail through the braids, forming a chignon.

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  Secure by inserting bobby pins down through the top of the chignon.

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  Finish with hairspray.

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  Finished look. 

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  Finished look.