97 Haute Braided Hairstyles

From Gorgeous Fishtail Fashions to Tribal-Braided Shoots

Braids are a chic way to get your hair out of your face, class up a look, or add a little whimsy to your ensemble. The varying styles have become more accessible to those of us who are not hair stylists. With at-home guides, inspirational how-to photos and cute, simple ideas, braids have become a staple of many girls' looks for the spring and summer.

From Lauren Conrad to Penelope Cruz, icons everywhere prove that braids have hit it big. With prominent features on runways, collections and models, braids are no longer for children. With classic styling, Pocahontas fashions and messy beachy vibes, braids are no longer a generic look.

Some looks take braids to the extremes (braid headdresses, anyone?), while others perfect the art of simplicity. Perfect for the spring or summer, fishtail braids, side braids and messy beach braids are the best solution for the hot weather.

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6.9 out of 10
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10% Men90% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa
GENERATION
  • Gen Z (primary audience)
  • Gen Alpha (primary audience)
  • Millennial (primary audience)
  • Gen X (primary audience)
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Popularity 100%
Activity 98%
Freshness 8%
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Western Horseback Editorials
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Bohemian Cowgirl Editorials
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Placid Photo Shoots
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Braided Headbands & Bed Hair
Dark Rapunzel Photography
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Dark Rapunzel Photography
Fairytale Nomad Editorials
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Fairytale Nomad Editorials
Braided Bling
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Braided Bling
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Two-Tone Twin Editorials
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Tress Accessory Advertising
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Bohemian Street Photoshoots
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Human Hair Gowns
Braided Bonding
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Braided Bonding
Fantasy Hair Wear
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Fantasy Hair Wear
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Braided Hairtography
Rapunzel Braiditorials
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Rapunzel Braiditorials
Pretty Petal-Crowned Portraits
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Pretty Petal-Crowned Portraits
Laid-Back Fashion Photos
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Laid-Back Fashion Photos
Butterfly Eyes
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Butterfly Eyes
Becoming Braid Shoots
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Becoming Braid Shoots
Earphones Made of Braided Hair
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Couture 90s-Inspired Fashion
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Couture 90s-Inspired Fashion
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Multi-Hued Hairitorials
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Braided Pompadours
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Braided Horns & Tulle Collars
Blissful Braided Beauties
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Forest Fairy Photography
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Sun-Kissed Blonde Beautorials
Pocahontas Pictorials
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Pocahontas Pictorials
Plaited Hair Headbands
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Hairy Headdresses
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Hairy Headdresses
Pastel-Petaled Photoshoots
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Pastel-Petaled Photoshoots
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Kids' Hairstyles Grow Up
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Brazen Braids
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Brazen Braids
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Double Trouble Beachtography
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Double Trouble Beachtography
Hairy Masks
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Hairy Masks
Intricate Couture Tresses
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Intricate Couture Tresses
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