--- title: "Plaits & Curls Hair Styling in Oxford | Mathew Clulee" description: "Defined curls and polished plaits, tailored to your look. Dry styling with irons and braiding for lasting shape and texture. Ideal for events." canonical: "https://www.matthewclulee.net/services/plaits-and-curls" --- ![Woman holds long braid wrapped once around her neck while wearing a white shirt](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Fwoman-holding-braid-white-shirt.jpg%3Fv%3D1768409203911&w=1536&q=75&dpl=dpl_6JjKmAYf1w2PEXSZVthhXWFZQBb3) Hair Up # Plaits & Curls £49 45 mins [Book Online](https://book.frively.com/salons/40c85f96-3a3b-4231-a5e9-fd46957ca4b0/book) Plaits & Curls delivers a polished, event-ready finish with dry styling that blends precise tonged curls and considered plaiting. Expect shape, movement and hold tailored to your taste, from soft and natural to bold and defined. ## What's Included A focused service that builds secure shape and shine. - Personal consultation to define your look and finish. - Heat protection and careful sectioning. - Tongs or irons to create waves or curls with lasting memory. - Strategic plaits to add texture, lift or detail. - Pinning, smoothing and setting for a clean, secure hold. - Finishing products selected for your hair and desired feel. - Placement of your own clips or accessories if you bring them. - Dry styling only. Washing or blow-drying is not included. ### Who It's For Designed for anyone who wants beautiful hair without the time of a full wash and blow-dry. Ideal for dinners, parties, photos, graduations or a quick style that lasts. Best for hair from jaw-length to long. Shorter cuts can enjoy tonged texture, though plait options are limited. Works well on straight, wavy and loosely curly hair. Inclusive of all genders and personal styles, from classic and low maintenance to fashion-forward and bold. ### Duration & Appointment Timing The service takes 45 minutes. Please arrive with clean, fully dry hair and avoid heavy oils or smoothing creams on the day. If your hair is very thick or extra long, your finish will be tailored to look polished within the booked time. If you would like a wash and blow-dry beforehand, please book it separately. ### Aftercare & Maintenance Let curls cool completely before touching or brushing. A light mist of hairspray through the mid-lengths helps hold without stiffness. Sleep with hair loosely tied using a silk or soft scrunchie, or sleep on a silk pillowcase to reduce frizz. In the morning, revive with a little dry shampoo at the root and a spritz of texture spray through the lengths. To remove plaits, start at the ends and work up, easing out gently with a detangling spray. Smooth any flyaways with a tiny amount of serum worked through the tips. [Book Online](https://book.frively.com/salons/40c85f96-3a3b-4231-a5e9-fd46957ca4b0/book) ## Frequently Asked Questions Do I need to arrive with clean, dry hair? Yes. This is a dry styling service, so washing or blow-drying is not included. Please arrive with freshly washed, fully dry hair and avoid heavy oils the same day. How long will the style last? Most looks last through the day and into the next, depending on hair type, weather and activity. We set the finish for hold and will share tips to refresh on day two. What hair length and type works best? Plaits work best from jaw-length to long hair. Curls can be created on shorter hair too, though braid options are limited. Straight, wavy and loose curls all style well. Can you create specific looks? Yes. From soft beach waves to defined curls, half-up with plaits or polished braided detail, your look is tailored in consultation. Bring photos for reference if you like. Will heat styling damage my hair? Heat protection is applied and temperatures are adjusted to your hair. Sections are styled efficiently to minimise exposure, and we avoid over-working fine or fragile areas. [Book Online](https://book.frively.com/salons/40c85f96-3a3b-4231-a5e9-fd46957ca4b0/book) ## Available Team Members These team members perform this service - ![](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2FWhatsApp%2520Image%25202026-01-30%2520at%252013.43.29-48x48.jpg%3Fv%3D1769783174980&w=96&q=75&dpl=dpl_6JjKmAYf1w2PEXSZVthhXWFZQBb3) Matthew Founder & Salon Director [View](/team-members/matthew-clulee) - ![Faceless person with brown hair wearing blue denim jacket and black t-shirt](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Fmale-avatar-48x48.png%3Fv%3D1774447153041&w=96&q=75&dpl=dpl_6JjKmAYf1w2PEXSZVthhXWFZQBb3) Elia Art Director [View](/team-members/elia-mattogno) - ![](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2FWhatsApp%2520Image%25202026-01-30%2520at%252013.42.15-48x54.jpg%3Fv%3D1769783208952&w=96&q=75&dpl=dpl_6JjKmAYf1w2PEXSZVthhXWFZQBb3) James Senior Stylist [View](/team-members/james-bayliss) - ![](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2FWhatsApp%2520Image%25202026-01-30%2520at%252010.49.39-48x61.jpg%3Fv%3D1769783254141&w=96&q=75&dpl=dpl_6JjKmAYf1w2PEXSZVthhXWFZQBb3) Carmen Senior Stylist & Balayage Expert [View](/team-members/carmen-cracium) ## Related Services Complete your experience with these services - Pre Wedding Hair Trial £90•60 mins [View](/services/pre-wedding-hair-trial) - Hair Up £69 – £79•60 mins [View](/services/hair-up) - Curl and Hair Up £90•75 mins [View](/services/curl-and-hair-up) - Bridal Hair Appointment £75 – £95•60 - 75 mins [View](/services/bridal-hair-appointment) - Blow Dry and Hair Up £94•75 mins [View](/services/blow-dry-and-hair-up)