Plaiting game

MANILA, Philippines - Thanks to LC, Mischa, Sienna and their ilk, the hippy-dippy braids have yet to go out of style. Swiss Miss braids spell innocence — which makes it all the more amusing, and ironic, when sported by the likes of Nicole Richie or any other starlet with a druggy past. (I’m looking at you, Lindsay.)

Whether worn with tousled, messy locks (freshly-shampooed hair not necessary) or sweetly-tamed, straight tresses, these haphazard plaits offer a wispy, almost ethereal alternative to the usual ‘do.

Pair with round shades, a peasant top and leather sandals to complete the effect. Play some John Lennon tracks on your iPod and you’ve got the look down. — Bea Ledesma