Grab your teasing combs and your dry shampoo — Braid 101 is in session. There are so many different plaits out there, and we admit we can only do half of them. Browsing our Instagram feeds, we often ...

Whether you call it a "braid" or a "plait," it's universally agreed that the weaved hairstyle is a sure way to add intrigue to your strands. The intricate patterns and ornate designs transform your ...

It's not often that we suggest you take a cue from your childhood beauty routine (think: scrunchies), but we're making an exception when it comes to one of the newest hair trends: pigtail braids. They ...

I learned how to French braid in middle school, on a two-hour bus ride to a youth dance competition. When we arrived, a dozen perfectly plaited tweens filed off the school bus, in matching track suits ...

You're honoring history, after all. The two plaits, braided along the scalp originate from Native American and African cultures, but have a number of names, including French braids, Dutch braids and ...

Mandi Smith, a hair and nail stylist, said she thinks Pinterest is responsible for the growing popularity of braids in hairstyles. "It's huge," she said. "There's so many different styles." GRAND ...

Braids are a great way to dress an outfit, show off your colour and an easy way to handle and style unwashed hair in minutes. Step 3: Take two small triangular sections from the front of your centre ...

There's no hairstyle quite as chic as pretty plaits. From loose single braids to fishtail looks and multi-plait styles, the pretty-yet-practical hairdo never goes out of fashion. It's no wonder, then, ...

Braids are a huge trend this season, and are an easy way to master boho chic for the summer, whether you're hitting a festival or jet-setting on holiday. If you're thinking of opting for a simple ...

Hairstylist Joel Benjamin knows 60 different braids and counting (check out the proof on his Instagram - he's doing a #100braidsofhappy challenge), and insists there are braids to suit any hair type.

Kaya Gerber, Bella Hadid, and Margot Robbie are among the celebs who’ve been spotted in the style (Picture: Getty) When a hair trend comes around, getting involved normally means salon trips and a ...