29/ Braids: 5 models for you to learn how to do at home this vacation
The side braid is one of the most popular braids for special occasions. (Photo: Instagram @beyondtheponytail)
Root braid (or just nagô braids) is a braid that is attached to the scalp and can be used in several hairstyles. (Photo: Instagram @freshlengths)
Another very classic braid is the unicorn braid, often used at weddings and graduations. (Photo: Instagram @beyondtheponytail)
To do boxer braids you need to be able to braid braids. (Photo: Instagram @kinksandcurlsfest)
Box braids are the darling of curly and curly hair and are perfect for practicing on vacation. (Photo: Instagram @freshlengths)
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ExploreSuper feminine and stylish, braids are one of women's favorite hairstyles. But braiding the locks takes skill and a few months of training, especially if you want to do more elaborate braiding hairstyles, like box braids or French braids. To help you in this mission, the stay diva selected five different types of braids for you to learn how to do while on vacation. Check out the braiding tips and photos in the gallery for inspiration!
Boxer braids are the modern braids and lovelies of influencers
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The boxer braid is one of the most reproduced braid models on Instagram and has even been adopted by celebrities. To reproduce the look you need to divide your hair into two equal parts and make a French braid on each side. You can finish the look with elastic bands or colored hair ribbons at the end of the braids.
Generally, boxer braids are more seen on long hair, but it is also possible to reproduce this hairstyle on short hair, as long as the locks hit at least the height of the ears.
Unicorn braid is a super classic and romantic layered braid
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Speaking of braid models that are a hit among it girls on the internet, the unicorn braid is yet another version that is worth learning about on vacation. This model consists of a built-in braid that sits right in the middle of the head, which creates the effect that gives the hairstyle its name.
This built-in braid is best suited for those with long or medium hair, as the well-filled buds are an important part of the hairstyle's composition. For providing a neater and more romantic look, unicorn braids are often used at graduation and wedding parties - which is one more reason for you to learn how to reproduce the look, if you have any of these commitments on your agenda.
Box braids are one of the favorite curly braid models
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Box braids are super stylish and the darling of curly and frizzy hair, especially during the hair transition phase, because it keeps the strands protected during and disguises the two textures during the growth phase. Also known as jumbo braids, they are made with synthetic appliqués that can be black or colored. In addition, box braids can be thinner or thicker, short or super long, reaching waist height, and the model you choose usually determines how long it will take you to braid all the hair.
Because they are more laborious braids, box braids are usually done by a professional braid artist. But you can take advantage of your free time on vacation to train your box braids a lot at home, just buy synthetic hair (also known as jumbo). Once the strands are braided, you can still experiment with different braid hairstyles, as box braids are super versatile and allow for multiple styles.
Side braid is one of the most used types of braids in parties and weddings.
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The side braid is one more among the types of braids that are widely used in graduation parties and weddings, whether in the godmother's hairstyle or even in the bride's hairstyle. The romantic look creates a very delicate and feminine look. All you need is a low side braid at the front of your head.
Once you've mastered this more traditional model, you can try other models of the braid on the side, more complex and modern to use on different occasions. The side braid can also be part of other hairstyles, such as a ponytail and low bun, for example.
Root Braid: Polished and stylish look of afro braids requires a lot of precision
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Root braid or nagô braid, whatever you want to call it, is that thin braid that is connected to the scalp. This is the main characteristic that differentiates it from other afro braids, such as box braids, which are not connected to the scalp.
You can root braid all of your hair or use the braids as part of a hairstyle. Training is very important to guarantee precision and to leave the braids well attached to the root and guarantee the perfect look.
