Selecting braided hairstyles for your little man can be a bit tasking especially if you don’t have a clue of what type to do for them. That’s perfectly fine as sometimes daily activities can get pretty overwhelming and the last thing on your mind may be what braided hairstyle will suit them best. If you are the parent or guardian in this situation and reading this article, then you are in luck. We’ve got a compilation of unique braided looks for boys of all ages that you can simply scroll through, select what you or they prefer and save for their next braiding appointment or even start right away if you’re a hairstylist yourself. Without further ado, let’s get into it:
1. CROSS OVER BRAIDS
SOURCE: @CEDES_SLAY
These cornrows are created using the stitch braids technique and are crossed over each other, to result in a delightful appearance.
2. WAVY BRAIDS
SOURCE: @JUJU_BRAIDZ
With their S-like patterns starting from the front and going all the way back, these wavy braids are one of the simplest and most stylish hairstyles you could make for your boy.
3. JUMBO TRIBAL BRAIDS
SOURCE: @EXCLUSIVEONE_KEKA
A hairstyle that cuts across different age groups for men and boys alike, these simple and classy braids do not require any complicated technique to do. They’re also suitable for hair lengths of all types.
4. ALL BACK STITCH BRAIDS WITH BRAID PARTS
SOURCE: @ADIIANEZ
Yet another one that keeps things stylish and simple, this hairstyle features a cornrow and zigzag part as well as a couple pieces of colored extension to add a switch up to the entire look.
5. FISHTAIL PUFFS
SOURCE: @KAYDOLLS_HAIRSCOLLECTION
These unique braids involve weaving the hair all the way from the front to the middle of the head and then leaving the ends without braiding them to form curly puffs.
6. TRIANGULAR PARTS BRAIDS WITH GOLD CUFFS
SOURCE: @ASTORRGA_
These neatly cut-up triangular parts braids which also form star shapes with their parts will never go out of fashion for boys. The hair accessories help to add spice the hair.
7. ARROW BRAIDS
SOURCE: @MELLOWSTYLESBYMIREN
This hairstyle exudes an unmatched class with its arrow braids in the middle of the head pointing horizontally towards both directions and stitch braids on the sides.
8. COLORED BRAIDED BUN
SOURCE: @BRAIDINGTHEBAY
Spice up your boy’s braids bun by incorporating some pieces of colored extension in them. With this hairstyle, there is no way your child will have a dull appearance.
9. MOHAWK BRAIDS
SOURCE: @MARCUS_TATTOODESIGN
A single large cornrow braided in the middle with shaved sides can never be wrong for your little boy. It oozes Vikings vibes which is a plus if your son loves watching or reading about warriors from medieval times or if it is a part of his heritage.
10. MINI MAN BUN
SOURCE: @KAYDOLLS_HAIRSCOLLECTION
Does your little prince have short hair? Not a problem. With this mini man bun, he can still have his hair all braided and nicely rolled in.
11. ZIGZAG BRAID PART
SOURCE: @ASTORRGA_
A single zigzag braid part takes an ordinary-looking hairstyle to superstar level, which is exactly the type of confidence level you want your boy to feel.
12. SPIRAL BRAIDS BUN
SOURCE: @CARLA.JEAN_
Fish bun braids will never not be versatile and these coiled patterns right here are proof. They make the perfect hairstyle for your boy this season.
13. INTERSECTION BRAIDS
SOURCE: @JUJU_BRAIDZ
One creative way to switch up the look of regular French braids are to create intersection cornrows in the middle that blend well in with the French braids.
14. STAR BRAIDS
SOURCE: @NINASTYLESHAIR
Let your son shine like a star in these matching gorgeous braids.
15. CACTUS BRAIDS
SOURCE: @NATURAL_JC
Exquisite braids like these are suitable for both younger and older boys. I call them the braids for all occasions because of they are suitable for formal, informal, and social events.
16. FISHTAIL WITH A SINGLE BANG
SOURCE: @ASTORRGA_
Braided bangs are not only for girls and as you can see, a single braided bang complements a regular fishtail braided hairstyle pretty well.
17. PINEAPPLE CUT BRAIDS
SOURCE: @BLACKHAIRFLAIR_BOYPAGE
They may have been around for years but they remain a timeless classic. The pineapple braids with the completely shaved sides always make for a beautiful hairstyle for a boy.
18. SPIDER BRAIDS
SOURCE: @VONNE.LD
Braiders are creative and such creativity results in intricate designs such as these spider braids.
19. CURVED BRAIDS
SOURCE: @JUJU_BRAIDZ
These lovely braids start from the middle of the hair, come all the way to the front, and go all the way back to form leaves-like pattern.
20. DOLLAR SIGN BRAIDS
SOURCE: @OPHELIA__7
Have a little king who likes to feel a little extra? The dollar sign braids are a fitting hairstyle to complement his big personality.
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