Braids and summer seem to go hand in hand. Sure, you can opt for other summer-worthy hairstyles but somehow we keep going back to sweet, sweet braids, time and time again. What’s better is that celebrity braids have been getting more glamorous and unique each season, leaving us mesmerized and needing to try them out.
Braids have been a part of our lives forever, from sporting cute pigtails during our elementary school days to trying out the latest trend (Waterfall! Fishtail! Mermaid!) for prom, the look is one hairstyle that just never gets old. Casual or glam, you can always count on a good braid or two to take you from day to night.
In the spirit of summer, we’re all about experimenting with new hairstyles, and up next on our list is each and every one of these celebrity braids. So if you’re tired of the same old French braid, fear not. We’ve rounded up 15 of the best celebrity braids (from Blake Lively’s ponytail hybrid to Rihanna’s Amazonian braid) and shared where to wear each one this season. Whether you’re looking for a braided hairstyle suited for a dinner date or something quick and easy when you’re biking around the city, we’ve got the celebrity braid for you. So for nostalgia’s sake, it’s time to call up your besties for a night of braiding and gossip. Don’t believe us when we say there’s a braid for every event? Check out the gallery below and see for yourself!
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charlize theron braids
Where to wear it: Weddings
Charlize Theron’s intricate hairstyle (it starts off as a French braid on one side and twists along the nape of her neck) at the 2012 Critics’ Choice Awards makes for an ideal look for the bride or a fashionable guest at a wedding.
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blake lively braids
Where to wear it: At the office
Look and feel strong and confident at work by braiding your ponytail a la Blake Lively at the 67th Annual Cannes Film Festival.
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dianna agron braided hairstyles
Where to wear it: Dinner date
Channel Dianna Agron’s romantic hairstyle at the 2012 Screen Actors Guild Awards, by working a milkmaid braided look for your dinner date. Add a twist to the classic hairstyle by using fishtail braids instead to soften the look.
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sarah hyland braids
Where to wear it: Jet-setting
Airplanes can sometimes give you a bad case of static hair. Avoid the look by tying your hair up into a bun and finish it off by wrapping the knot with a braided end like Sarah Hyland.
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rihanna braids
Where to wear it: At the park
If you’re planning to head to the park for a lazy Sunday afternoon that consists of curling up with a good book, Rihanna’s Amazonian braided hairstyle at the 2012 Met Gala is the look you should go for.
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cara delevingne braids
Where to wear it: House party
Cara Delevingne’s punk hairstyle at the 2013 Met Gala makes for the perfect ‘do for those looking to channel their edgier and dark side at a house party.
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emma stone braided hairstyles
Where to wear it: Sunday brunch
Add visual interest with a cute, low-hanging side braid like Emma Stone. It’s fuss-free and easy to do, especially if you were up late the night before.
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cressida bones braided hairstyles
Where to wear it: Running errands
Keep your hair off your face by putting your hair in pigtails when you’re out and about running errands. Like Cressida Bonas, top off the beauty look with a beanie to add a hint of urban chic.
9/15
katy perry braided hairstyles
Where to wear it: Music festival
No festival wear is complete without braids. Rock a braid crown like Katy Perry at your next festival.
10/15
adele exarchopoulous braids
Where to wear it: To the beach
This messy side braid à la Adele Exarchopoulos at the 67th Annual Cannes Film Festival is the perfect summer look when you’re running around on the beach. Here’s a plus: When you take your hair out of the braid at the end of the day, you’ll end up with beautiful beach waves.
11/15
taylor swift braids
Where to wear it: Biking around the city
Helmet hair isn’t the chicest of looks, so work a similar braided hairstyle like Taylor Swift at the 2013 Grammy Awards. You’ll still look cute after your bike ride around the city.
12/15
iggy azalea braided hairstyles
Where to wear it: To a concert
Heading to a concert? Channel your inner rockstar and work cornrows and bouffant ponytail hairstyle like Iggy Azalea.
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lucy liu braided hairstyles
Where to wear it: After-work drinks
Lucy Liu’s fishtail braid at the 2013 Golden Globes is simple to put together if you’re planning to go out for well-deserved drinks on the patio after a long day at work.
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rita ora braided hairstyles
Where to wear it: A baseball game
Rita Ora’s classic festival look (beachy waves and a headband braid) makes for a flirty hairstyle that would juxtapose nicely with your sports fan attire.
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jennifer morrison braided hairstyles
Where to wear it: Movie night
Go for a fuss-free top knot at the movies, but one-up the look like Jennifer Morrison and include braided details on either side of the knot.
 for prom, the look is one hairstyle that just never gets old. Casual or glam, you can always count on a good braid or two to take you from day to night.
In the spirit of summer, we’re all about experimenting with new hairstyles, and up next on our list is each and every one of these celebrity braids. So if you’re tired of the same old French braid, fear not. We’ve rounded up 15 of the best celebrity braids (from Blake Lively’s ponytail hybrid to Rihanna’s Amazonian braid) and shared where to wear each one this season. Whether you’re looking for a braided hairstyle suited for a dinner date or something quick and easy when you’re biking around the city, we’ve got the celebrity braid for you. So for nostalgia's sake, it’s time to call up your besties for a night of braiding and gossip. Don't believe us when we say there's a braid for every event? Check out the gallery below and see for yourself!
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