Figure 8 Braid Bun

When it's hot, the last thing I'm going to do is blow dry my hair, so I braid it instead.  All you need for this messy braided nest is a comb, some clear rubber bands, bobby pins, some hairspray & patience!

Read on to learn the simple steps to this braided updo for hot days or any days.

A Dirty Twisted Secret

Sometimes I just don't feel like washing my hair. Ok most of the time I just don't feel like washing my hair. Plus, back in the day washing your hair ever few weeks was considered "often." So I'm ok with washing my hair every so often ;)

In any event, if you're anything like me you're bored with the look of your hair and want to make it look polished like you cared but only take about five minutes to do it.  So the secret is: the dirtier the better.  Twists stay twisted and buns stay wrapped when they've got more (dirt) to hang on to. But you already knew that.

I did this little updo in a few simple steps.