The loose plaits shown in the first and third photos are a recent modern trend. They can take many forms using different types of plaits like french, dutch and fishtail as well as being plaited across the hair line or down the centre of the hair. I used these types of styles as an influence for my Bridal Hair in a less technical lesson, however, I do not feel it would be suitable for on of my final New Elizabethan designs as the techniques to create the plaits are all very modern.
Having the hair completely up, like the second and fourth images, results in a neat and polished final outcome. Plaits can be used within the updo, across the hair, in the bun or wrapped around other designs within the updo. One of my final designs will incorporate an updo style so I am able to create a polished outcome with multiple techniques included, for example a plait, bun, padding or crimping!
This Elizabethan portrait demonstrates an updo in action, including adornments and intricate curls. The back of the hair is covered so it is not certain how the hair is kept, however, the style sustains the need to keep the hair off the face. The tight curling technique could be one to use within the modern plaits and updos. My modern attempts can be found here.
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