Home / Life / Beauty & Style / Style This easy French braid ponytail is about to be your new go-to look Bad hair days no more, mama. By Deena Campbell April 14, 2020 In This Article Here's how to create the French-braid ponytail (or, "Frenchie" as Brook calls it) at-home: When it comes to easy hairstyles, the French braid doesn’t typically come to mind. It’s a great style if you’re a braiding pro, but if you aren’t, let’s just say it will take lots of practice. Theoretically, now would be a good time to learn—you’re indoors most of the time and if it looks messy, no one is around to see it. But, we know you’re a busy mama. That’s why when we saw this hack for a classic and timeless French braid, we were all over it. Hairstylist Sunnie Brook shared on Instagram how to create a French braid in five steps and it’s way easier than we think. Brook has a client list that includes Elisabeth Moss, Sarah Silverman and Allison Williams, but more importantly, she’s a new mama and understands firsthand the necessity of having an easy, go-to look. “If you’re bored of your bun or ponytail this is an easy option,” Brook says. “Bonus, it will also give you a wavy texture when you take it out.” data-instgrm-captioned data-instgrm-version=”4″ style=” background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% – 2px); width:calc(100% – 2px);”> If you have short hair, sadly this tucked-up low ponytail won’t work, but you can still make a major impression with a braided headband style or French side braid. Here’s how to create the French-braid ponytail (or, “Frenchie” as Brook calls it) at-home: Step 1: Comb out tangles. Step 2: Braid hair from behind the ear down the nape. Step 3: Secure ends with a tie. Step 4: To create more fullness punch and pull the edges of the braid. Step 5: Fold braid up over itself. If you have longer hair you may need to roll it up a couple times. Step 6: Secure with two or three bobby pins. Related Stories Viral & Trending Mom’s spot-on reaction to early 2000s fashion coming back in style goes viral Beauty & Style Shopping Guides 20 pieces of birthstone jewelry that celebrate you (and the ones you love) Viral & Trending Woman throws TikTok into an unintentional uproar with huge debate about pajama hygiene