Look how adding dutch braids to almost any hairstyle can change your look completely! Braids are not only very trendy right now but also help to keep your hair out of your face, keep you cool in hot weather and let you participate in sports easier. There’re lots of ways to do this braiding technique, different angles, leaving some of the hair down, dressy or casual looks. Unless your hair is short blonde hair (or any other colored short hair), for example if you have a pixie cut, you can add this look to your hair. The braids can be tight or loose and feature one braid or multiple braids. Hair accessories can be added to the styles too.

57 Pretty Styles that Feature Dutch Braids

Some of these braid designs look complicated, but since the hair is secured in key places it will stay put, and some are more simple. If you have long hair, why not take advantage of all that hair and try some of these looks? There are also some styles for shorter hair. Braiding is classic and many of these styles have a boho chic look. Why dutch braid vs french braid? Dutch braids show more of the braid since it isn’t buried under the hair like it is in french braids. The look is a lot more textural. Braids also add fullness to the hair and the head which is very flattering on most girls and women. Any style that does that to your hair also frames your face nicely. There are a few tutorials included that you can watch which might help you learn the techniques for accomplishing these. Hair design with braids has gotten very creative. Some of the styles are similar but almost every one of them is unique. There are whimsical looks, others are romantic, plus some outrageous ones. You won’t believe these amazing pictures of braids!

1. Keep It Cool Up-Do

Source: annalovesbraids – instagram.comFrom summer to winter, long hair can provide some warmth when it’s let loose. But, if you’re looking for a way to keep it cool on warm days, this beautiful twist on a typical ponytail could be perfect. The braid helps to add a little special something to your up-do while also keeping your hair off your neck.