Fashion & Beauty

Braids, the hot new hairstyle

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Style star Selena Gomez looks all grown up at Nickelodeon’s Kids Choice Awards, pairing her dress with a stylish side-part that’s easy to DIY. Adam Orchon/Everett Collection
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Lots of muss with no fuss — the loose and lovely side braid at Alexander Wang’s spring 2010 runway show adds a boho twist to a rock aesthetic. Karl Prouse/Catwalking/Getty Images
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Elegant and eloborate, a fishtail braid is perfect party hair. Note: it’s harder to duplicate than the other looks, so practice it first before your big night out. Amanda Schwab/Startraksphoto.com
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Christina Henricks rocks tousled tresses and a tiny tail for a perfect I-just-rolled-out-of-bed look. Robin/Splash News
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Staying true to her boho roots hippy-chic, Nicole Richie attends traffic school in a loose braid and maxi dress combo that’s easy to duplicate. Splash News