With the heat of summer quickly approaching, many women opt for an easy up-do or ponytail. This season, braids are all the rage. You can see them popping up on the runway, magazine covers and the school pick up line. Looking for easy and gorgeous braids you can sport this summer? Here are 10 chic braids that will get heads turning!
1. Braids for Accents
Not overly confident in your braiding skills? They start out small, with a few accents here and there or added to a sexy up-do for a little extra pizzazz! (Photo Credit: Julia & Company)
2. Twisted Braids
A little more skilled in your braiding skills? Try adding this fishtail braid to a low sloppy bun for an instant pop of flair. (Photo Credit: Getty Images)
3. Elegant Braids for an Updo
Add this small and tight french braid to the crown to glam up a simple bun. This is also a great way to get bangs or longer layers off your face during the heat of the summer. (Photo Credit: About Beauty)
4. Textured Braids for Casual Chic
Not all braids have to be smooth and perfect. Pull out the sections of your braid to create more width for a sexy put together style. (Photo Credit: Best Hairstyles)
5. Accessorized Braids
Accessorize your braid with a headband, flower or broach to add a piece of your own fashion panache. (Photo Credit: Phununet)
6. Boho Style With Braids
Boho style is elegant, feminine and very in this season. Curl the ends and add more tiny braids to accentuate the messy bun. (Photo Credit: About Beauty)
7. Loose and Wavy Braids
Curl hair before braiding for a loos and wavy braid that is full of volume. (Photo Credit: Zimbio)
8. Sideways Braids
A sideways french braid is an easy fix to fly away hair or to simply dress up your hair while wearing it down. (Photo Credit: About Beauty)
9. Briaded Buns
Channel your inner Princess Leia with these low braided buns. A fun and flirty way to wear braids this summer. (Photo Credit: Teen Vogue)
10. Knotted Braid Pigtails
This is an easy twist and tie braid that can be worn alone or even under a hat or scarf. (Photo Credit: Seventeen)
While braiding hair can be intimidating, don’t be afraid to try something new! Remember – practice makes perfect. And don’t forget, messy braids are in style this summer, so you can say your look was totally planned.
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