• Braids
Dec 11, 2012 10:40 AM EST
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Attention, Braid Addicts: You'll Want To Memorize This Marchesa Tutorial
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While you can do this look with any length of hair, it's particularly beneficial for girls with short hair because it allows them to expand their mane repertoire by working with what they've got. "With shorter hair, playing with textures, incorporating tools, and trying new products are important to achieving something exciting and new," says Clark. Braids in particular are a good option for cropped locks because they can function as more of an accent, rather than being the whole hairstyle, so you can dress up a 'do without needing tons of hair at your disposal.