After the bun has become our star hairstyle to be around the house and overcome the quarantine in style, summer arrives and braids are positioned as the favorites of the influencers. There are more types of braids than you imagine and we are going to help you discover the one that suits you the most.
What types of braids are trending
The first thing you should know is that baby braids are the most popular this summer. Celebrities like Kylie Jenner or Gigi Hadid and different Spanish influencers have already joined this trend, which is perfect for giving a boho touch to your summer looks. If you want to be trendy, wear these braids adorned with beads or colored threads.
Another of the types of braids that we see the most on Instagram is the Dutch braid , which is characterized by being glued to the head, as if superimposed, and has much more volume than the classic braid. It is easier than you imagine and here we tell you how to do it step by step.
Boxer braids, also known as boxer braids , are another of the most popular. Unlike the previous ones, you can do them even if your hair is not too long: it is enough to have half a hair or a long bob (without layers) to make them look good.
And of course, the classic braid of a lifetime and the herringbone braid, which are a bit undone. This type of braids can be your ideal hairstyle both to combat a bad day hair (for the office, for the beach …) and the perfect hairstyle for brides and guests. It all depends on the accessories and makeup.
If you are looking for a lifting effect hairstyle , choose to braid it from a high polished ponytail. Artists like Beyoncé opt for this type of braid for their red carpet looks and almost always add a hairpiece to make it longer.
One of the braids that does not go out of style is the French one , which is nothing more than the typical root braid. You can do it by collecting all your hair, or if you have short hair, do it only on the top of your hair.
One of the most elegant is the headband braid. It looks great with waves in the rest of the hair and adorned with pearls or beads.
We leave you this tutorial where the influencer Rocío Osorno explains how to do this hairstyle in less than 5 minutes: you just have to make two classic braids (not too tight), one on each side, and collect them with hairpins on the top of the head. For a more romantic and natural result, leave a few strands loose.
What type of braid suits you?
- If your face is square , choose to make waves that soften your features and accompany them with baby braids.
- If you have a round face , the best is a Dutch braid that visually "elongates" your face and volume.
- If your face is long , we recommend you make a tousled herringbone braid on one side, with enough lateral volume, to achieve a balance with your features.
- And finally, if you have an oval face , any type of braid will suit you. You can dare with boxer braids –boxer braids are ideal for rainy days–, or go for a high polished ponytail with a braid.
