If you’re wondering what are tribal braids and if they are trendy in 2022, you’re in the right place to get the needed information.

Tribal braids refer to braiding patterns that came from different cultures in Africa. These African tribal braids offer different textures, designs, and adornments to boost your confidence. A lot of braids we see all over the Internet can be referred to as tribal, for example, our beloved box braids, Fulani braids, cornrows, and Ghana braids.

If you’re thinking of getting some braids, we’ve compiled 50 current tribal braids styles for you to choose from.

1. Fulani Tribal Braids with Curls. These tribal braids with curls perfectly complement any skin tone and face shape. You can also choose the size of coils to soften a strong jawline, create the illusion of volume, or make your face appear slimmer.

By israeelribeirohair2. Contrasting Side-Parted Tribal Braids. Luckily, we can plait tribal braids in different directions, which allows for adding a bit of intriguing asymmetry to the style. And you can further support this mismatching with a dark brown to honey blonde ombre.

By Allan3. Stunning Combo of Cornrows and Cascading Locks. Here’s another inspirational case for beautiful tribal braid hairstyles that mix and match braids with loose tresses to produce a more dimensional and textured look.

By adlux_collections4. Half Up Half Down Tribal Braids. Get the best of both worlds by rocking your meticulously braided scalp with long individual braids. Voila, you have a perfect ‘carpet-ready’ look.

By Mpinge Beauty Parlour5. Trending Neat Tribal Braids. These braids will help you to rock a sophisticated back-swept style with the versatility of individual braids. Wear them down, make a pony, or a loop bun.

By iamcreation_of_beautyyy6. Swoopy Cornrows and Braided Pony. A thick high ponytail always looks stylish, but there are many chances to add something special to your do, for example, an interesting pattern, curly ends, and a braid wrapped around the pony.