Lemonade braids have been trending ever since Beyonce dropped the lemonade album on us in 2022. Two years later we are here rocking the same braids she wore on the album cover in various styles and colors.

Why Are They Called Lemonade Braids?

As you can tell they are called lemonade braids because Beyonce rocked them on her lemonade album cover. Ever since then, we have been following the trend. Also, they can be called side braids because they are braided to a particular side for most of the hairstyles.

How Long Does It Take to Do Lemonade Braids

The length of time usually depends on the skill of your hair stylist, the added hair you are using, the length of your natural hair and how you want it styled. Therefore, the time will vary for everybody who gets the style done. However, there is a minimum time that the braids would take which is 3 hours. Ensure to eat prior to styling because you will be sitting for hours.

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Best Lemonade Braid Styles

We have gathered 40 best small, medium and big lemonade braids hairstyles for trendy women here.

Trendy Small Lemonade Braid Styles

There are many small lemonade braided styles to choose from for the next time you decide to change your look.  Smaller braids do take a long time however they do give a sleek finished. Here are the styles to choose from:

1. Small Side Braids

Ideal for: These small side braids are ideal for persons who don’t like chunky braids.

How to style: Styling time will take 3 – 4 hours maximum. The sides that the small lemonade braids fall will depend on your best side. Think about which side you turn to when you’re taking pictures so that the braids will stand out.

You can even add more by adding hair accessories such as clips, seashells, and even beads. Ensure to slay your baby hairs just like the model using gel, a toothbrush, and your satin scarf.