Recreate Quannah Chasinghorse’s 2023 Met Gala Waves and Braids with Steps from Hairstylist Paula Peralta

If there’s a red carpet, model-activist Quannah Chasinghorse doesn’t miss. Case in point, the 2023 Met Gala. The Paul Mitchell Global Ambassador teamed up with the brand’s artistic director, Paula Peralta, to create a hairstyle that would compliment Chasinghorse’s Prabal Gurung gown. The result? A stunning look featuring forever long waves and delicate braids.

Keep scrolling for the step by step directly from Paula Peralta.

Get the Look:

1. To prep, start with a strong foundation to maintain the style by applying Paul Mitchell Sculpting Foam to clean, damp hair. 
2. Create a deep side part and blow-dry using Paul Mitchell ProTools Express Ion+ Hair Dryer and Paul Mitchell ProTools 427 Paddle Brush
3. Create braid along the hairline by adding hair from the left side only and overdirecting hair toward the face with no elevation. 
4. Create a second braid behind the first one, overdirecting forward and adding from the left side only. 
5. On the other side of the parting, create a braid parallel to the parting, using the same technique, adding from only one side. 
6. Apply Paul Mitchell Hot Off the Press to all of the hair.
7. Starting at the nape, wave all of the hair using the Paul Mitchell Pro Tools Express Ion Wave Press 
8. Spray Extra Body Finishing Spray to all of the hair and let it cool completely for hold and humidity resistance.
9. Emulsify a small amount of Paul Mitchell Gloss Drops in hands and run through waves, creating a soft, airy texture. 

If you recreate this look for your clients, or for yourself, tag @readthetease on Instagram or TikTok.