Everyone from Hollywood to Buckingham Palace are rocking braids in some way at the moment! It’s the hairstyle du jour.
Now is the time to take a page out of your favourite celebrity’s beauty book, and shake up your hair routine with beautiful braids!
Whether you go for an easy, tousled side plait like Nicole Kidman, a neatly braided bun like Duchess Catherine, or an ethereal halo braid like Kate Bosworth, there’s something in our braid inspiration gallery for everyone.
Click through to check out the fabulous styles, with expert tips to help you re-create the look!
Chrissy Teigen dons a slick dino-braid at the 2016 NAACP Image Awards.
WOAH! Actress Amber Heard steals the show with this messy, fishtail braided bun at the European Premiere of ‘Magic Mike XXL’.
Is there anything Blake Lively can’t pull off? For an easy yet sophisticated way to introduce braids into your daily routine, try Blake’s loose ponytail plait.
Amanda Seyfried’s slick, mini-braid look isn’t exactly the easiest hairstyle to do, but it’s a rocking ‘do none the less!
Diane Kruger’s multi-dimension braid is all business in the front, and party in the back!
Try Blake’s half-head side braid for your next wedding!
Harper Beckham channels Pippi Longstocking with these double braids.
Jess Hart’s milkmaid braids are the perfect combination of chic and adorable.
There’s no easier braid than Kate Hudson’s low side plait! Just pull some hair from your fringe loose, and throw in a curl to add an element of sophistication.
Chic, easy and beautiful. JLaw rocks double knotted braids at the Paris premiere of The Hunger Games.
Queen of braids, Kate Bosworth shows us how two different types of braids can completely change your face shape. A reminder to get creative with your styles to see what works for you!
Kim Kardashian isn’t afraid to experiment when it comes to her tresses. Her slick triple braids aren’t for everyone, but they sure do look cool!
Why wear a headband when you can wear your hair as one instead? A perfect look for a fancy night out.
Duchess Catherine sure knows how to embrace a braid. For a chic up-do that will last the night, try her braid-into-bun look.
CUTE! We love these double-dino braids on Katie.
Like mother like daughter! Kim and North rock twin plaits in this adorable Instagram pic.
For an elegant hairstyle in a hurry, try Nicole’s low side plait.
We’re loving Lea’s middle-parted, slick plait. Perfect for those rushed mornings!
Go big or go home! This one might take some practice, but Karrueche Tran’s edgy, upside-down bun braid is a total winner.
Miranda Kerr’s half side braid, half soft waves hair-do is soft, elegant and beautiful.
WOW. Penelope Cruz’s high bun is your new hair goals.
Go forth and get your braid on!
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