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viivacious's review
informative
fast-paced
4.0
The instructions are simple, even for the ones that look beautiful and complicated, and the styles are easy to do on your head as long as you are practiced in the basics. Sometimes it feels like there are steps missing or they need some adjustments. For example, I didn't know how exactly to twist the Emma Swan braid and I tried to do the Sailor Moon pigtails but the bun wasn't holding, so I had to turn them into rope braids and make the bun with those. It looked different but still pretty cute.
For the ones that have a video version on YouTube, I'd recommend watching that one instead.
For the ones that have a video version on YouTube, I'd recommend watching that one instead.
rdyourbookcase's review against another edition
4.0
I was impressed by the variety of hairstyles in Badass Braids. It also had plenty of diversity with the models and the inspirations.
bushph's review against another edition
5.0
OMG YES! This is the book that I feel like I have been waiting years and years for and I'm so so happy I've got my hands on it! I've always loved braids - my grandma used to give fench and dutch braids when I was younger and then taught me how to do them on myself and they're something I do to my own hair even now, years on, for work and going out. Braids are just such a simple way to make it look like you've made a load of effort with your hair and they always look fantastic!
So imagine my delight when I saw this beauty on NetGalley, I knew I had to request and I'm so glad I did. This is written by Shannon Burns (A.K.A Silvousplaits) who also has a youtube channel & a website and in it she re-creates a lot of famous hairstyles from a lot of famaous TV programmes, films and games.
There's such a great range of hairstyle in here which cater for every experience level. In the front it contains sections on what tools you may need and also all the simple braids which are used in book such as a normal braid, french braids, dutch braids, fishtail braids and 2 strand braids with simple explanations on how to do them. And each hairstyle itself has a skill level, time it will take and tools you will need. There's a massive range of both updo's and also hair half up/half down and a great range within those categories too - there are some which are very formal and regal looking which I probably wouldn't wear everyday and also more badass and simpler looking which are perfect for everyday to make it look like you put loads of serious effort into your hair.
This features hair from Game of Thrones, Vikings, Sailor Moon, Leia and Rey from Star Wars, Outlander, Hunger games, Final Fantasy and Wonder Woman just to name a few! It's absolutely brilliant being able to re-create your favourite hairstyles from your favourite moveies, TV and games which is great.
The only thing I would have liked was slightly clearer images as they are pencil sketch style drawings which could end up being a bit confusing however there are also explanations on how to carry out each step and I think if you know the basic braids mentioned to be used in that hairstyle, then it shouldn't be too hard to re-create the looks!
I would definitely recommened picking this up if you're a braid lover like myself and I honestly can't wait to try some of these on myself! If you want to take a look at Silvousplaits work before you purchase the book, she does have a website where she posts some of her braids.
Thank you so so much to NetGalley and especially to Silvousplaits / Shannon Burns for writing this beauty of a book which is my new hair bible and also to Race Point Publishing for providing me with the Advanced copy. I would also like to state that all opinions on this book are my own and are honest. I will definitely be picking this up in a physical copy when it's published as I have a feeling I'm going to be using it on a daily basis!
*** I haven't put a read date on this because it's an instruction book and I therefore don't want it to count towards my Goodreads challenge. I did look through the book and read the instrucitons in detail and I 'read' this on January 19th 2018 ***
So imagine my delight when I saw this beauty on NetGalley, I knew I had to request and I'm so glad I did. This is written by Shannon Burns (A.K.A Silvousplaits) who also has a youtube channel & a website and in it she re-creates a lot of famous hairstyles from a lot of famaous TV programmes, films and games.
There's such a great range of hairstyle in here which cater for every experience level. In the front it contains sections on what tools you may need and also all the simple braids which are used in book such as a normal braid, french braids, dutch braids, fishtail braids and 2 strand braids with simple explanations on how to do them. And each hairstyle itself has a skill level, time it will take and tools you will need. There's a massive range of both updo's and also hair half up/half down and a great range within those categories too - there are some which are very formal and regal looking which I probably wouldn't wear everyday and also more badass and simpler looking which are perfect for everyday to make it look like you put loads of serious effort into your hair.
This features hair from Game of Thrones, Vikings, Sailor Moon, Leia and Rey from Star Wars, Outlander, Hunger games, Final Fantasy and Wonder Woman just to name a few! It's absolutely brilliant being able to re-create your favourite hairstyles from your favourite moveies, TV and games which is great.
The only thing I would have liked was slightly clearer images as they are pencil sketch style drawings which could end up being a bit confusing however there are also explanations on how to carry out each step and I think if you know the basic braids mentioned to be used in that hairstyle, then it shouldn't be too hard to re-create the looks!
I would definitely recommened picking this up if you're a braid lover like myself and I honestly can't wait to try some of these on myself! If you want to take a look at Silvousplaits work before you purchase the book, she does have a website where she posts some of her braids.
Thank you so so much to NetGalley and especially to Silvousplaits / Shannon Burns for writing this beauty of a book which is my new hair bible and also to Race Point Publishing for providing me with the Advanced copy. I would also like to state that all opinions on this book are my own and are honest. I will definitely be picking this up in a physical copy when it's published as I have a feeling I'm going to be using it on a daily basis!
*** I haven't put a read date on this because it's an instruction book and I therefore don't want it to count towards my Goodreads challenge. I did look through the book and read the instrucitons in detail and I 'read' this on January 19th 2018 ***
lizbethandthelifeinbetween's review against another edition
5.0
Not only is this a great guide book (the pictures and instructions were visible and understandable, the materials needed were provided and the estimated time was pretty on point), it was a fun read too. Every hairstyle came with a small bio on the TV show/film character in question and there were a lot of tidbits on hair care or how character development was conveyed through hair and stuff like that. It's really well put together and I highly recommend. The hairstyles are nice and I was excited to see some of the ones that aren't available on the YouTube channel like one for Eowyn.
critterbee's review against another edition
4.0
A wonderful and timely publication on how to obtain fantastical and intricate braids, from easy Sailor Moon inspired half-buns to intricate Elizabethan updos. Specific characters are included, like Princess Leia Organa and Rei from Star Wars, Katniss from Hunger Games, Eowyn from Lord of the Rings, as well as the television shows mentioned in the title.
The hairstyles included cover a wide range from practical and sensible for adventurously active heroines, through modest and romantic for regency-era reserved lady-types, all the way to regal and magnificent for powerful ruling ladies. There are also a few more masculine styles.
Optimistic (in my opinion) difficulty levels and time required to complete the looks are suggested, as well as lovely photographs and drawings explaining the steps involved to achieve the braids and short descriptions of the necessary hair tools and techniques.
Although most of the braids are suitable for formal occasions, many styles can be simplified for everyday use.
Great fun for anyone who likes experimenting with hair styles, fans of fantasy and sci-fi characters, or anyone trying to emulate the style of these heroines. I frequently braid my hair, and am excited to try some of these styles.
*eARC Netgalley*
The hairstyles included cover a wide range from practical and sensible for adventurously active heroines, through modest and romantic for regency-era reserved lady-types, all the way to regal and magnificent for powerful ruling ladies. There are also a few more masculine styles.
Optimistic (in my opinion) difficulty levels and time required to complete the looks are suggested, as well as lovely photographs and drawings explaining the steps involved to achieve the braids and short descriptions of the necessary hair tools and techniques.
Although most of the braids are suitable for formal occasions, many styles can be simplified for everyday use.
Great fun for anyone who likes experimenting with hair styles, fans of fantasy and sci-fi characters, or anyone trying to emulate the style of these heroines. I frequently braid my hair, and am excited to try some of these styles.
*eARC Netgalley*
toad_maiden's review against another edition
3.0
Super cool. I wish I had the hair and the patience for these styles.
ika0's review against another edition
4.0
I don't think there's a lot to say about a book that teaches you how to do braided hairstyles. The hairstyles shown looked cool and I think that the fact that they all had the level of difficulty in their description was helpful. It had a nice variety of hairstyles, and I liked the fact that some of the braids were exemplified on men.
Because I have shoulder-length hair, I was only able to try a few of them, but I liked the way they looked.
My only complaint about this book was that not all the hairstyles mentioned the length of hair needed in order to replicate them, but nevertheless, it's a good book to learn how to do some original hairstyles.
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Because I have shoulder-length hair, I was only able to try a few of them, but I liked the way they looked.
My only complaint about this book was that not all the hairstyles mentioned the length of hair needed in order to replicate them, but nevertheless, it's a good book to learn how to do some original hairstyles.
Pre-order now: http://amzn.to/2E7YN5Y
librarian_nic's review against another edition
3.0
Some good visuals for when you crave doing something different with your hair. I don't have the dexterity, hair thickness, or length to replicate these (really, it's time/patience), but they were lovely to see how they're done. Keep working on your channel!
truestorydesu's review against another edition
5.0
I really, really, really wish I was capable of braiding my own hair. Every time I try it turns out looking weird and lopsided. Because I can't see the back of my own head while I'm braiding it. Ugh. Either way, this book is a guide to do your hair like all your favorite characters from period dramas, sci-fi and fantasy and even anime and video games! I am so jealous of all the hairstyles in this book. I have the hair for it, just not the talent or the patience. Or pain tolerance for having my hair yanked.
meredith_gayle's review
5.0
I liked looking at the braids. I thought most of them were too fancy and improbable for me to try myself.