When it’s time to change up your style, braided updos are a great option if you are looking for an eye-catching look that will turn traditional updos on its head. Updos are a great look for curly girls and can dress up just about any look that you rock. Plus, braided updos are low maintenance, which is music to curly girls’ ears!
Check out these curly ladies below and how they styled their braided updos!
1. Braided crown
Image source: @zoeallamby
This look gives us angel vibes with the braid serving as a “halo” to celebrate your hair. This is a beautiful braided crown with criss cross braids in the center to add some extra detail and creativity.
2. Braided Half-up Half-down
Image source:@_thebarbernbraider
Alright, so I know this only counts as half an updo — but if there’s a little updo action, we’re counting it! This braided “half-do” is half feed-in braids — extensions of hair you include in your cornrows by simply braiding them into your natural hair — and half Senegalese twists. This killer combo of braids and twists is a great head-turning look!
3. Feed-in Braids Low Bun
Image source @infinity_beautylounge
This beautiful feed-in style is a great transitional look that can be worn as a low bun and is just in time for a summer wedding.
4. Braided High Ponytail with Front Side Braids
Image Source: @expeditiousbraidslay
For those looking for an upgrade to feed-in cornrows, this braided top knot with side braids is a great look. We recommend adding beads to the end of your loose braids or jewels to the cornrows.
5. Butterfly Braid
Image source: @touchofstyle_
This is a great twist on your standard butterfly braid, which normally hangs down like a typical French braid. You can add colorful string or jewels to this look to make it stand out.
6. Braided and Twisted Mohawk
Image source: @louhairstyl
Can’t choose between braids or twists? Do both and throw them into a fancy mohawk!
7. Braided Space Buns
Image source: @thebestinthewesttt
For an out-of-this-world look, try doing feed-in cornrows and putting the leftover hair in two space buns. Add some hair accessories to give this style a unique look.
8. Cornrow Braided Bun
Image source: @justbraidsinfo
To turn up the notch on a classic cornrow style, add a high bun and top it off with some cute gold jewels in your hair!
9. Flat Twist Bun
Image source: @voiceofhair
Looking to show off your braiding and twisting skills? Well this updo covers all of that and then some! This look involves braiding the front half of your hair, and then twisting the back half, with a low braided flat twist.
10. Jumbo Braided Ponytail
Image source: @cecebraidedit
This braided ponytail is a fabulous updo style that can be done with your natural hair to show off your curls. Spice up this simple braided style with white string to make your style pop.
11. Double updo
Image source @theislandiva
If you’re already rocking braids, you can still join the updo fun! This double-do look from @theislandiva is a great look for those with braids who are looking to switch up their style.
12. Braided Baldie
Image source: @abs.tract_
We’ve been showcasing this viral style all summer long, and it’s not letting up. Having short hair doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a fun braided updo and the braided baldie is serving up all the intricacies of your favorite braided styles.
13. Braided Fro-hawk
Image source: @joynavon
With this style, your skills will be put to the test, but the end result is amazing! If you’re looking to achieve to fro-hawk looks, try using crochet braids to add extra hair and volume!
14. Braided TopKnot
Image source: @mayvennhair
This royal look is timeless and inspired by African royalty. The gold coil is the perfect touch to glam up this braided updo.
15. Braided Afro Flat twist w/ Cornows
Image source @_simplystasia
This style is great for a fancy event, like a wedding or dinner party! While the braiding is minimal, the star of the show is the sides— where you can use crochet braids to create small or medium-sized braids.
Which style are you looking forward to trying? Let us know in the comments below!
