13. Knotty but Nice Updo

Source: papernstitchblog.comHere’s a beautiful braiding technique that looks way more complicated than it is. All you have to do is make three braids, then knot each one. Use pins to keep them clean and close, that it looks like they are one complex braid at the nape of your neck.

14. A Mod Take on the Braided Headband

Source: caracteres.mxEveryone loves a pretty braided headband, but it’s time to give the style a twist. This look uses the French braid technique. Once you’re done pinning the braid, give the rest of your hair some lift and finish it with big waves.

15. DIY Easy Braided Chignon

Source: lily.fiHere’s yet another way to use the pull-through braiding technique. This look braids the hair at the base of the neck. Then it winds back to create a clean-looking chignon that takes only minutes to finish.

16. Braided Faux Hawk Ponytail

Source: therighthairstyles.comGet serious volume with this fun faux hawk ponytail. Braid the crown, then pull sections for a fuller, softer look. When you’ve finished the braid, pull up the remaining hair for a high ponytail that looks especially sleek .

17. Simple Fishtail Date Braid

Source: playpennies.comHere’s a sweet way to do a half up, half down braid. Just part hair down the middle, then plait it into a messy fishtail. Secure the braid, then let the remainder of the hair fall into bedhead waves.

18. A Quick Braided Top Knot

Source: jolie.deThis look is great if you’ve only got a few minutes but want something more polished than the top knot alone. Separate just the crown section of your hair, then plait it from the side bangs back. At the back of your head, tie it off, then twist the remainder up and pin it into a messy top knot.

19. A New Braided Heart Hairstyle

Source: trend2wear.comHere’s a gorgeous braid inspired by the popular Instagram heart hair pictures. You can do it almost as quickly as you can read the tutorial. The end result is as pretty as it is comfortable.