make your braids cooler
Braids are a fun way to style your hair. It’s fun, it’s easy (for most of the time), and it’s super versatile. We’re firm believers that there is a braid for every occasion. So if you find yourself getting sick of basic french braids, it’s time for you to step out of your comfort zone! Here are some of the prettiest and simplest ways to make your braids cooler! In case you also care about other convenient hairstyles, trying overnight scarf curls can be a great choice.
Double-Bun Braids – Make Your Braids Cooler For The Parties.
Double-Bun Braids – Make Your Braids Cooler For The Parties
Looking for a hairstyle that rocks every party you come to as well as makes you stand out in the concert? These sporty braided double buns are a perfect choice. Everything about them is quick, easy, and super eye-catching. You can easily mix it with any outfit in your closet.
To recreate the look, start by separating your hair down the middle. Clip away one side, then work the other by taking a one-inch lock of hair and braiding it like how you would normally braid your hair. You can try French braid, Dutch braid, fishtail braid, or any other braids that you can think of. Gather the rest of your unbraided hair from the same side, and tie it up with the braid at the back of your head. Fluff everything out into a textured bun. Repeat on the other side.
Crown Braids – Make Your Braids Cooler And More Elegant.
Crown Braids – Make Your Braids Cooler And More Elegant
If you want something more elegant and can be worn to a wedding or formal dinner event, try this braid. It takes no more than five minutes to make everything look beautiful and romantic, and when combined with a fancy evening gown, it can make you look like some goddess.
Start by parting your hair in the middle, then section it into two even parts. Braid each section like how you would normally do, then tug the loops of the braids outward to fluff everything out. Next, wrap braids up and over the top of your head, and with the help of some bobby pins, secure them there. Feel free to use more bobby pins around to keep everything stay put. Repeat with the other braid. For a softer, messier look, leave a few strands of hair to frame your face.
Boho Braids – Make Your Braids Cooler For The Summer.
Boho Braids – Make Your Braids Cooler For The Summer
The boho braids are a great way to level up your normal summer braids. It’s cool, eye-catching and nothing can scream festive more than this hairstyle. You can spice up the look by adding some colorful bandana or simply wear a pair of sunglasses.
There are many ways to style your boho braids. Our favorites are the half-up-half-down way with a bun and many little braids incorporated together. Big fluff-out braids also a very pretty look to try out. There is no right or wrong way to do a boho braid, as long as you feel comfortable wearing it then it’s the right style.
Braid With Ponytail – Easy Way To Make Your Braids Cooler.
Braid With Ponytail – Easy Way To Make Your Braids Cooler
Okay, so what if you don’t wear braids often and are more of a ponytail girl? Or maybe you just want something super quick and easy while still looking quite charming at the last minute? Well, then adding your braid to your ponytail can give your normal hairstyle some extra charm.
You can try different braids and tie them together with your ponytail. There are many styles you can try with this idea, ranging from simple to more intricate look. However, for the lazy girls out there, you can simply leave out a section of hair when you do your ponytail, then braid it into a simple braid and wrap it around the base of your ponytail.
Faux Fishtail – Super Chic Way To Make Your Braids Cooler.
Faux Fishtail – Super Chic Way To Make Your Braids Cooler
A super chic way to up your braiding game is the faux fishtail. Don’t let the look deceive you. This braid is super quick and easy to make. All you have to do is pull your hair back into a low pony, and secure it with a small clear elastic. Split the hair in half just above the elastic to create a little vertical opening.
Take the ponytail you just created and flip it up and through that opening, so it loops back around. Tie another elastic a few inches below that first elastic, then repeat. Keep repeating until you’ve reached your desired look. And just like that, you just got yourself a fishtail braid minus all the braiding.
We hope that you’ve found your way to make your braids cooler after reading our post. There are many ways to spice up your game when it comes to braids, and change things up once in a while will make everything more fun.
Worrying that braids are only for long/medium hair people? We’ve got your back! Check our list of the Easy Braids For Short Hair: Who Said Braids Are Just For Long Hair? (2021 Best Picks) to know more about braiding for shorter hair. There are tons of other ways you can try for yourself and style your braids, no matter your hair length or texture. And if you want more tutorials on other ways to style your hair, check our post of How To Curl Your Hair With A Flat Iron: From Straight To Curly (2021 Edition). Our amazing ombre, wavy, or raw bulk hair extensions can also help you with your hairstyling process too so check them out.