All the best hair intentions never stand a chance against the long, humid days that are nearly upon us. Instead of splurging on goops and waxes and spending hours with your straightener, try switching things up with a fun new braid style. (And no, we’d never judge you if you actually spent that time just taking this story straight to the salon and letting someone else do it for you.)
17 of the Most Gorgeous New Braids for Spring
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Published Mar 24, 2016
Macrame Braid
Like that class we took in high school, except the final result is much prettier.
Loose Fishtail Ponytail
Katniss would definitely rock this.
Mini Braid
Small but powerful.
Ponytail Waterfall
The perfect post-workout accessory.
Upside-down Braid Bun
The sock bun just outdid itself.
Double Braids
We fully endorse a wedding braid. But you can also bust this one out anytime.
Song of Style
Wraparound Side Braid
Braids + backless = spring goals.
Luxy Hair Blog
Half-up Crown
The most gorgeous way to add volume when hair feels flat.
Boxer Braids
OK, fine. We'll start taking boxing classes.
We Heart It
Boxy French Braid
Romantic beach setting not included.
Twisted Rope Braid
Bookmark for when your blowout is in its final days.
Hair and Make-up by Steph
Braid Crown
The most fairy-tale hair-do in all the land.
Allover Braids
The dream of the '90s is alive.
Kassinka
Pull-through Braid
Full. Fluffy. Fun.
Luxy Hair Blog
Boho Braid
Effortlessly chic.
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Top Knot Cornrows
Two-for-one special.
Braided Buns
Ooooops. We just drooled all over our keyboard.
