Do exactly the same thing on the other side of your head. When you are finished, you will have five total sections along the top of your head: the top section and 2 sections on either side.

Braid to the end of your hair, and then secure it with a clear elastic. Tease the tail of your braid so that the elastic is concealed and the end of the braid has a lot of volume and texture.

Pushing your braid up like this might create frizz, but that fits perfectly with the look of a Viking. Tie your hair off at the bottom of the snake braid.

If you have shorter hair, you can end the top braid in a small bun. In fact, the Vikings character Ragnar Lothbrok often rocks a version of the “man bun” at the end of his braid.

If you are worried about your braids lasting throughout the day, bring a comb and some extra hair ties along with you. You can always re-braid sections of your hair as needed!