Braided Hairstyles

Braids have graduated from little girl pigtails into a trendy hairstyle accent that can add a bit of whimsy to casual looks, or romance to black-tie tresses. Celebrities are dressing up their updos with delicate braided halos and leaving their long 'messy' hair with wreath-like headbands.

Having a lunch date with your lovely boyfriend? Try a different look by adding a plaited headband on top and leaving your long hair looks kinda messy.

Zooey Deschanel adds a plaited headband on top to glam up her blunt bangs and wavy hair.

1. Start with large waves through your length and smooth roots
2. Brush your bangs straight down, or if you don't have any bangs, separate your front hair into two, and bring each to different sides.
3. Take one inch section of your hair from above and slightly behind your ear and create a classic three-strand braid.
4. Repeat on the other side
5. Bring each braid up and over the top, cross each other on top and back down the other side, pinning the ends in.
6. Mist with hairspray to set your style

Going to a party or some night events? Then this updo is the perfect choice for you to keep a casual but sexy look.

Kristen Stewart's casual loose updo features a casual braid detail across the front.

1. Mist damp hair with texturizing spray and then blow dry carelessly/randomly while shaking your fingers.
2. Create a messy center part.
3. Take a three-inch wide section from one side and create a classic three-strand braid. Pin into place.
4. Gather your hair into a loose updo, leaving a few strands to fall freely in front.
5. Spritz with shine spray for added luster and hairspray to hold your updo.

Note: All photos are taken from Daily Makeover