Women’s warrior braids can turn heads, especially when done well and even more so when they are intricate and elaborate. Not all are easy to do, especially when attempting them on your own head, but with a bit of practice, patience and maybe the help of a good friend, they are all possible!

Warrior braid hairstyles are very in vogue lately. So perhaps if you are off to a posh event or wedding it may be a nice touch to add to your overall look.

Tips on Preparing Your Hair

• Dirty Girl: Braids work best on hair that is not entirely squeaky clean, so skip the shower if you want to make the ‘do easier to do!
• Textured Tresses: By adding texture to your locks it helps and braids or plaits hold better. You can purchase texturizing spray, or if you don’t want to splash the cash on a new product, try some dry shampoo instead.
• Divide and Conquer: Many braids involve having to keep control of several sections of hair. To make this easier you will want to section off pieces of hair before you start and clip those portions tightly to keep them secure.

Whilst braids are often seen as a very feminine and girlish look, these styles are based on the traditional hairdos worn by Warrior women and Vikings. Aside from looking incredible, a Warrior Braid or Viking Braid can show off that fabulous and fierce side that you may be hiding.

Warrior Braid styles often involve big chunky plaits or a number of smaller plaits along with very imperfect structures that lack precision and look very elegant but relaxed. More often than not, subtle accessories such as beads or hair wraps are added to enhance the style.

Women’s Warrior Braid Hairstyles in Vogue

There are endless options available to achieve these looks and there will definitely be something to suit your style, taste, personality and hair type. So, have a look at our 12 warrior braid hairstyles for women and you’ll be in with a fighting chance of getting that perfect Warrior look.