24 Easy Braided Updos for Any Season and Occasion
Listen up, if you’re looking to take your hairstyle to the next level, a braided updo is for you. Here to elevate any look from AM to PM, it has all the prettiness of a plait, plus the practicality of an updo.
And TikTok users love it too, with braid updo videos accumulating over 118.2 million views. Intrigued? Read on to see the braided updo styles that are currently catching our eye…
1. Diagonal Braids with a Messy Bun
Updos with braids don’t have to look complicated to look good! In fact, teaming a messy bun with a diagonal Dutch braid, like this, is just as effective.
2. Braided Top Knot
Looking for cute braided updos? Why not bring some fun to your look with this gorgeous braided top knot.
Editor’s tip: The secret to braided updo hairstyles? A strong hairspray, of course! And, the TRESemmé Extra Hold Hairspray is all you need for a long-lasting and smooth finish.
3. Upside Down Braided Space Buns
Combining upside down Dutch braids with festival-ready space buns is another way you can channel ’90s vibes this season. See you on the dance floor…
4. Upside Down Braid
When you don’t have enough time to do two upside down braids, try this chic braided bun.
The best part? This practical ‘do is runway and red carpet-approved – plus we have a video tutorial on how to create it.
5. Pull Through Braided Bun
Simple and classy, this pull through braided bun is a total bride-to-be’s dream, giving us complete Pinterest board vibes.
Recommended: 23 braided wedding hair ideas to consider for your special day
6. Dutch Fishtail Braided Bun
Who knew updo braids could look so fabulous in the pool? If you haven’t mastered the fishtail braid yet, this Dutch braided fishtail bun is all you need to get started.
7. French Braided Ponytail
Make a statement with this fancy French braided ponytail. With the addition of beachy waves, this style looks fresh out the salon.
If you want to replicate this wavy hairstyle, try TRESemmé Volume and Lift Mousse – this mousse will help you style your mane while adding volume and shine.
8. Milkmaid Braid with Scarf
Frida Kahlo lovers will adore this milkmaid braid, especially since it has a bold and beautiful printed scarf woven through it. How eye-catching?
9. French Braid
Need a look that’ll take you from office meetings to rooftop drinks? If you’re after long-lasting updo braid styles, look no further than this French braid.
10. Flower Braid
We love the idea of weaving our tresses into a sophisticated flower braid, as seen here.
11. Braided Chignon
This low chignon look is everything you need to help you ace that interview or win over the guests when you’re walking down the aisle.
12. Fishtail Braided Ponytail
You don’t have to have long hair to rock cute braided updos. Try weaving a fishtail into a short or medium ponytail for an effortless, off-duty look.
13. Fishtail Side Bun
Create this pretty look by combining a fishtail braid with a side bun. You’ll be turning heads whichever side you wear it on.
Recommended: How to create a side fishtail braid bun
14. Pigtails
We simply can’t talk about updo hairstyles with braids without mentioning pigtails! They work like a charm on second day strands, helping you fend off bad hair days in style.
15. Braided Ponytail
Falling in love with these updos with braids yet? Then you’ll seriously want to add this sleek braided ponytail to your work week hair routine.
16. Crown Braid
Dealing with shorter strands? Well, you’ll be happy to know that there are plenty more updo hairstyles with braids you can slay. And this stylish crown braid is one of them.
17. Scarf Bun
Working scarves into braided updo hairstyles produces a beautiful result every time – and this woven scarf bun is a serious case in point.
18. Rope Braid Bun
Struggle with plaiting? Updos with braids that incorporate twists (AKA twisting two sections of hair, instead of three), like this rope braid bun, will help you fake it till you make it.
19. Fishtail Braids
Looking for a new way to wear your favourite boxer braids? Simply weave two fishtail plaits instead of cornrows to make your gym hairstyle look as good as this.
20. Headband Braid into Bun
If you want to go subtle with your updos braids, grab a few strands from the front and plait them to add some pizzazz to your messy updo.
21. French Braided Updo
If you like the classic, sophisticated look, but still want a touch of glam, we’ve got just the thing: this French braided updo.
Psst! Snazzy updo braid styles like this can look even more dazzling with a pair of swanky earrings.
22. Four Strand Braid
Ok, we admit it… there are some days we need to buckle down with work and not worry about our hair, which is why we rely on updos with braids.
One of our faves? This budge-proof four strand braid, which you’ll immediately adore when you recreate it with our easy tutorial.
23. Half-done Dutch Braid Ponytail
Cute braided updos don’t get more exciting than these half-done Dutch braids.
So, instead of braiding all the way, keep it playful at the bottom by leaving your ends textured for an edgy look that’s bound to get you noticed.
24. Baby Braids Updo
If you aren’t the most confident braider, try baby braids like this. Trust us, pairing them with your updos will quickly accentuate your look.
