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# Romantic Twisted Hairstyles
The Heart Braid Turtorial is Enchanting and Chic

By Marina Rotharmel | Published 2012-09-17 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heart-braid-tutorial
References: [joannagoddard.blogspot](http://joannagoddard.blogspot.ca/2012/09/motherhood-mondays-heart-braid.html)

The perfect romantic hairdo for fall is definitely the Heart Braid tutorial. This gorgeous chic half up-do comes from Joanna Goddard's blog A Cup of Jo. This fairy tale princess hairdo is perfect for every girly-girl out there.

Goddard gives [step-by-step instructions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airstyle-pro) on how to create this [lovely hairdo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/main-character-hair) on her site. It's a great style for any occasion whether you wear it during the day, or for a night out. It's easy to create, however it looks best for girls with [thicker hair](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aunt-jackies). All you have to do is section the top half of your hair into two equal parts and braid them. Then twist the braids into a half a heart shape and pin them together.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 4.6/10
- Popularity: 62% | Activity: 68% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Romantic Hairstyles:** There is an opportunity for hair care and styling brands to develop products and tutorials for romantic hairstyles that appeal to the girly-girl aesthetic.
- **Half Up-dos:** There is an opportunity for hair care and styling brands to develop more half up-do look inspirations for different hair types.
- **Braided Hairstyles:** There is an opportunity for hair care and styling brands to develop products and tutorials for braided hairstyles that are easy to create and suitable for various occasions.

### Where This Applies

- **Hair Care:** Hair care companies can capitalize by developing products that cater to the needs of women striving for romantic hairstyles.
- **Beauty:** Beauty brands can capitalize by offering tutorials and beauty tools that help women achieve romantic hairstyles at home.
- **Fashion:** Fashion companies can offer suggestions of matching outfits and accessories to complete the romantic look for women who try the Heart Braid tutorial.

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