How to Take the Katniss Braid From the Arena to the Runway

Every editorial product is independently selected by our editors. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission.

The braid from the Creatures of the Wind Fall 2014 runway was Pinterest gold. We can already see all the YouTube tutorials for re-creating the look, but what we're really waiting for is to see Katniss wearing it in the third Hunger Games movie. We've attempted a side french braid before, but this version has a bang effect. Get the product recommendations and a step-by-step tutorial from Odile Gilbert, who created the look, when you scroll down.

Step 1
Greg Kessler

Step 1

Create a deep side part on wet hair, and use mousse to prep the hair before you blow it dry.

Step 2
Greg Kessler

Step 2

Using your hands, blow-dry your hair in sections, leaving the natural texture and volume as much as possible. If you have thin hair, then you can also add clip-in extensions near the part for extra volume. Odile used extensions one shade lighter than models' natural hair to give the plait more dimension.

Step 3
Greg Kessler

Step 3

Add shine to your hair with the help of a serum, and then give the look texture with a dry shampoo. Odile used Kérastase Powder Bluff ($36). The powder will also help you grip hair as you braid.

Step 4
Greg Kessler

Step 4

Create a loose braid starting at the part and flowing down into the face. Spritz the hair with Laque Dentelle ($36) as you go to set the look.

Step 5
Greg Kessler

Step 5

Continue braiding along the right side and down toward the nape, and finish with a clear elastic.

Step 6
Greg Kessler

Step 6

Finish the look with another spritz of hair spray. Then, tousle the top and front of the braid to create flyaways for an almost "electric" finish.