How To: Chase Infiniti’s Red Carpet Mermaid Braid

At the 98th Annual Academy Awards, hairstylist Coree Moreno created a show-stopping look for Chase Infiniti that paired structured braids at the crown with soft, flowing waves in the back. Hidden extensions added dramatic length and fullness while keeping the style natural and effortlessly elegant—perfect for the red carpet. How To: Step 1: Section the hair from ear to ear, separating the front section for braids from the back section where length will fall. This ensures the braided crown sits cleanly on top while the extensions underneath remain hidden. Step 2: Use clip-in extensions to add fullness and length to the back section. Coree used BELLAMI Silk Seam Clip-In Extensions in Dark Brown #2 Natural and Off Black #1B Natural, layering both shades for natural depth and seamless blending with the client’s own hair. Step 3: Release the top section of hair and braid the crown area with small, precise cornrows moving toward the back. This frames the face while hiding the extension wefts, making the added length look completely natural. Step 4: Leave the extension length loose and create soft waves through the mid-lengths and ends. The waves add movement and body, contrasting the structure of the braids for […]