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A guide to creating intricate and powerful Viking-inspired braids, made even more striking with the warm, rustic tones of Cowboy Copper.
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The Viking Braid in a Cowboy Copper Color
Channel your inner shield-maiden. A powerful Viking Braid is the ultimate statement of strength and style, and a fiery Cowboy Copper color makes it even bolder.
Ocassion
Festival, Edgy, Alternative, Creative
Best suit face shape
Oval, Heart, Diamond
Best for hair type
1c - 3c
Difficulty Level
Expert
Minimum hair length
Shoulder
DIY Time at home
25-35 mins
Time in Salon
2-3 hours
this style is for
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The person with an edgy, alternative, or historical-fantasy-inspired style. It's a powerful look for festivals, concerts, or whenever you feel like a warrior.
Hairstyle Insight
While "Viking braid" is a modern term, historical Norse men and women did wear intricate braids. The style is often a combination of Dutch, French, and fishtail braids.
Key Benefits
A powerful and striking statement.
An intricate and impressive look.
Keeps hair incredibly secure.
Perfect for an edgy or festival look.
The color enhances the fiery theme.
Common Misconceptions
That it's a historically accurate braid.
How to ask your stylist for this style
This is a complex braid best done by a braiding specialist or a talented friend. Ask for a "Viking-style braid with multiple braid types." Color is a separate service.
Tools:
Choosing Products
A strong-hold pomade with beeswax for braiding; a color-safe shampoo to protect the copper color.
Step by step instructions to achieve style at home
Learn to do a Dutch braid, a French braid, and a fishtail braid.
A Viking braid often combines these techniques in a single, impressive plait.
Caring for your hair
A well-done, tight Viking braid can last for a day or two, making it great for festivals.
The copper color is high maintenance and requires regular glossing.
Frequently asked questions
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What is a Viking braid?
It is not one specific historical braid. It is a modern term for a collection of complex, often dramatic braids (sometimes on an undercut) inspired by the styles seen in shows like "Vikings."
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Madeleine is an expert hair stylist dedicated to the art and science of hair care. Her work empowers individuals to understand and embrace their hair's true potential, transforming routine care into a ritual of natural beauty.