Naya Rivera’s Half-Up Braided Hairstyle is Basically Perfect. Here’s How to Copy It!

The half-updo is the perfect hair compromise: It’s out of your face but still sexy and approachable. Case in point: Naya Rivera’s gorgeous hairstyle here.

Here’s how to copy Naya’s laid-back look:

Start by dividing the front section of your hair into three (one center section and two sides). Then, take one section and divide it into three further sections.

Cross the left over the center, then the right over the center, picking up pieces from the bottom as you braid going back.

Stop braiding just past the ear and secure the end of the braid with a bobby pin.

Continue braiding the same way on the other two sections.

Finish by adding a little hairspray to the bottom to freshen it up and you are all set. (See, you have this half-up thing covered!)

Here’s my video step-by-step if you need help.

Will you be trying out Naya’s cool braided style?

Photos: Getty Images, Nichole McCall

*This post has been updated.