By: Nonkcubeko Mkwalo
We have all heard the saying ‘You can never go wrong with braids’, and guess what? It so happens to be true. Braids have been around for the longest time and they will never go out of style. Apart from them being beneficial due to lasting a long time, new types and styles of braids continue to emerge as they keep us intrigued. Following is a list of the latest trending braids hairstyles that you should consider trying out:
Bobbed braids
These braids are most popular during summer months, as they are quite beneficial due to their light weight and shorter length. Apart from being the best choice and easy to handle, bob braids area also a great protective style for anytime of the year. Although versatility is limited when it comes to styling bobbed braids, these braids become an advantage as they put less tension on your neck and roots- limiting the damage on your natural hair.
Lemonade braids
This hairstyle is known for being unique and different, where cornrows cascade to one side of the shoulder. These side-swept cornrows can be worn all the way to one’s waist or the chest level, depending on what the client prefers. Lemonade braids are the most fun to wear, as you can get creative with the patterns of the cornrows and also accessorise them with beads, rings or cuffs. The best part about these side –swept cornrows is that they can last a very long time.
Tribal braids
Apart from getting creative when plaiting tribal braids, these are one of the fastest installed protective styles. Tribal braids are relatively easier to maintain because they provide spacing thst offers access to the scalp, which means it’s easy to wash them and ensure that they are well taken care of. These type of braids can be recommended to people who prefer a less chaotic and well organised hairstyle.
Straight back cornrows braids
Although these type of braids have been around for quite some time, they still manage to be one of the top trending hairstyles. These simple braids are the most protective and low maintenance, as they are still most women’s go-to hairstyle. While there are different patterns you can try with these braids, they are an advantage because they are out of your face as they highlight and frame your facial features.
Small long knotless braids
These type of braids really offer everything in one. From hair growth, durability, weightless, pain free, to styling flexibility- these braids continue to be every women’s first choice. Knotless braids come with the feed in technique which makes them more comfortable and at ease on your hairline. Although this hairstyle might take time to install, it helps protect the hair and prevents hair loss.
Jumbo braids
If you’re tired of spending long hours in the salon, then these braids are your best solution. Not only does this hairstyle help with hair growth, it also takes very little time to install and undo. Their big size makes them less severe on your scalp, as they are also easy to style and maintain. The spacing in the braids helps in keeping your scalp and hair easily hydrated, clean and healthy.
