While some Renaissance hairstyles are considered to be just too much, you can easily adapt these impressive hairdos to look modern and cool. Back in the days, these fantastic coiffures featured loads of braids that were mostly pulled off on long hair.

Renaissance Hairstyles

That doesn’t mean that you can’t find a Renaissance hairstyle that you can adapt to shorter manes. Pick your favorite color, and grab your curler because you will definitely need it. Discover below 15 hairdos that will make you feel regal and stylish.

1. Extra Large Braids

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This authentic renaissance hairstyle features a white headdress that covers the knits. The hair is split in the middle, braided, and rolled to obtain two gigantic buns on each side. A gorgeous jewelry application draws all the attention above the forehead.

2. Intricate Braids

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Most of the time, long renaissance hairstyles include intricate braids, curls, or waves and floral decorations, just like the image above. If you have fair skin, opt for ginger hair color and wear your long ringlets on one side.

3. Italian Hairstyle for Long Hair

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This Italian renaissance hair is so imposing, and it uses thick braids decorated with rounded pearl pins, a voluminous bun on the back, and a headband made out of a gorgeous knit. It has volume, makes those wavy tresses stand out, and is perfect for themed parties or events. 

4. Crown Braids with Pattern

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If you have long hair, use your curling iron to build some curls and let them fall in a cascade on your back. This renaissance curly hairstyle also uses a braided crown with a crossed knitted pattern that looks so glorious. 

5. Blonde Braids

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If you want to build a Renaissance-inspired hairstyle, blonde hair is the perfect canvas. Slightly wave your long tresses’ tips and use your temple hair to make several braids that you will combine in the back.