Easy Braid Hairstyles: 30+ Tutorials That Are Perfect For Any Occasion

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Attention all Fashionistas!! Are you sick of just straightening or curling your hair to make it look glamorous? If you want a quick way to transform your look without a haircut, then these braid tutorials are just what you need. These easy braid hairstyles are just perfect for both Work and Play.

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16. Boho Easy Braids

Boho Braid
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It is perfect for curly or wavy hair and to do this hairstyle start by taking a large section from the top of your head. Separate it into three sections and start braiding it. You do not need to make all the sections equal and for best result go for French Braid. Continue till a little past your ear and then continue rest of the length of your hair with a normal braid. Loosen up the braid and then tie it with an elastic tie of a color of your choice.

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Source and Tutorial: smartschoolhouse

17. Soft braided Updo

Soft braided Updo
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This braid is a combination creating and wrapping of many different braids in a strategic manner so that the overlapping of each one creates a beautiful end result. This hairstyle is unique and yes it does take a bit time. But once you get the hang of it, constructing it becomes quite easy. It is perfect for any special occasion may it be prom, birthday, wedding, graduation or Christmas dinner. If you want to rock a casual look like most celebrities, try this hairstyle with your favorite red lipstick.

Source and Tutorial: missysue

18. Tuck and Cover half Easy Braid Hairstyles

Tuck and Cover half
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If you are looking for a flirty look without trying too hard then, this hairstyle will be your choice every time. This hairstyle is perfect for any occasion. All you have to do is switch the headwrap that you need to do this hair-do. Wear the headwrap of your choice on top of your head leaving a few strands of hair or your locks free. Then take this strand and wrap is around the headwrap until you reach middle of the headwrap and do the same with the other side and you are done.

Source and Tutorial: postris

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19. Tips for better Braid

Tips for better Braid
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Have you never wonder why you are not good at braiding? Others can learn from tutorials then why can’t you? If you are struggling with braiding, then here are some tips that can help you to create better braids. You cannot expect the best result from the get go, so practice and you will be able to create the best looking braid. But do not just start with the complicated ones. Start with simple once and experiment as much. And lastly, here is the secret to the best looking braid- messy and dirty hair.

Source and Tutorial: hairromance

20. Fishtail Easy Braid Styling tips

Fishtail Braid Styling tips
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If you are looking for some way to spice up your fishtail braid try coloring your hair with pastel colors. Pastel color hairs are all the rage but if you are worrying about damage or you work/school does not allow colored hair then use hair chalk. They are safe and temporary. Besides this, take the section from side instead and always take smaller section for an intricate look. Lastly, tie the hair with an elastic band and then doing the braid will help. You can always cut the tie after you are done.

Source and Tutorial: hairromance

21. Braid Updo

Braid Updo
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This hairstyle is a great one if you are going on a date or celebrating your anniversary. It can even be your hairstyle for your wedding day. To do this easy hairstyle, first you have to split your hair into two equal sections. After that, braid each section and then secure it with an elastic band. If you want to make you braid look thicker try loosening it. This will also help in emphasizing the shape. Lastly, fold and pin both the braids at the back of your head and you are ready.

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Source and Tutorial: hairromance

22. High Braided Crown

High Braided Crown
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Start by taking strands from behind the lower part of ear. Make three sections of the strands (preferably of 2 inches) and begin braiding (Dutch) it. When braiding that section, curve it around the back of your head. If you run out of hair to add, continue with a regular braid. To complete the crown shape you have to pin the braid at any place of the starting point of the braid when the braid ends. And this is how you can recreate an elegant hairstyle to go with your favorite LBD.

Source and Tutorial: hairromance

23. Boxer Easy Braid Hairstyles

Boxer Braid
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Don’t you hate it when your sweaty hair comes all over your face when you exercise? It’s disturbing, right? So, try this hairstyle and you won’t face this problem anymore. Start with middle parting your hair. Take a small section from the top of your head from one side and braid (French) it. Do the same of the other side and stop at the nape of your neck. Now, merge the two braids to create a single braid. This hairstyle goes perfectly with the sporty/edgy style which is so in this year.

Source and Tutorial: thebeautydepartment

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24. Two Beach-Ready braids

Two Beach-Ready braids
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Soak in the sun or enjoy the waves with these two easy braids. For the first braid start with French braiding. Starting from the left side of your head (top) and continue towards the right. Once done, make a bun out of it and secure it with an elastic band. Now for the second hairstyle, you have to start by making two equal sections on either side of your head. Braid each one and hold them together once you reach the end. Twist the braids and then secure the end with an elastic band to finish the look.

Source and Tutorial: ehow

25. Double Dutch Easy Braid Hairstyles

Double Dutch Braid
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If you want to take headband braid to another level then do it with this hairstyle. Start by taking a section from the top of your head and divide it into two parts. Take one part and do a Dutch braid with it until you reach the end of your ear. Secure the braid there with a pin. Then take the remaining part and do the same. Leave it like this if you want a neat look but, it is advised to loosen the braids for a better looking braid.

Source and Tutorial: bloglovin

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26. Fishtail Mermaid Easy Braid Hairstyles

Fishtail Mermaid Braid
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Looking for a braid that will be perfect for an all night bar hoping? Then try this hairstyle. To create this hairstyle, start from the top with two strands. Then, take a small piece from the left strand to add it on the right one and similarly take some from the right strand to add it to the left strand. Then gradually start doing this by taking hair from along your hairline. After reaching the back of your neck, go on braiding like the first few steps and secure the end.

Source and Tutorial: divinecaroline

27. Bohemian Side Easy Braid Hairstyles

Bohemian Side Braid
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Perfect for any festive or fair, this easy to do hairstyle starts with braiding your hair with French braid from the top of your head. When taking new sections for the braid, you have to take from that area and not from the back of your head. Tie the braid once your reach the ear. Then take the hair from the opposite side, twist it and join it to the braid. Now to complete the look, braid the lose hair with fishtail braid. For a true bohemian look, work with messy hair.

Source and Tutorial: thewonderforest

28. Tips for Fishtail Braid

Tips for Fishtail Braid
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Want to recreate a fishtail braid look just like the once on magazines? Then follow these tips. Second-day hair provides a great result but remove all knots and tangles first. Many people when doing fishtail braid with the help of a tutorial try to copy it exactly. But, it is best to adjust tutorials according to your natural side. Most tutorials are written for some who wants to braid someone else’s hair and not their hair. So, best to take someone’s help or find one that gave instruction for self-braiding.

Source and Tutorial: oncewed

29. Twisted Ponytail Easy Braid Hairstyles

Twisted Ponytail
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This hairstyle is best for school and work or any formal occasion. Start by taking a small section that is near your part and divide this section into two parts. After that, you have to add a new section to both the top and bottom parts. Then twist it and continue this until you reach the back part of the head. Repeat on the other side. When the two twisted braids are few inches away from meeting each other, gather all the hair to create a ponytail and you are done.

Source and Tutorial: twistmepretty

30. Curved lace Easy Braid Hairstyles

Curved lace Braid
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To create a look that will be perfect for any luncheon or cocktail party, start with three sections from above your ear (left). Braid by bringing the left section over the middle one and right one over the left section. Add hair from the top right side and continue straight across the back. Start with a straight line and then curve it above the level of right ear finishing it with a normal braid. Start the second on the other side and continue the same way ending in a circle and pin the first one together after curving it.

Source and Tutorial: hairromance

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31. Lace Easy Braid Hairstyles

Lace Braid
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Start by middle parting your hair. Take three sections from top and, do a lace braid until you reach behind the ear down to your collar bone. Now repeat the process on the other side. After that, take the top part of your hair and use a clip to keep it up and then secure both of the braid in this area, meaning underneath the hair. Once that is done then the hair fall down hiding the connecting spot of the braids and you have a hairstyle which is a favorite of many celebrities.

Source and Tutorial: alexsismae

So, these were some of the braid tutorials with which you can experiment your look. So, try these hairstyles next time you have a big day coming up or you are late for work or looking for a fun activity for your slumber party and for sure you won’t be disappointed.

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