Beauty & Hair
Braids – Beautiful Bridal Updos
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It has been impossible not to notice, and fall in ♥ with the Braid revival that has been occurring of late…..
The perfect alternative to the formal bridal updo braids are ideal for creating a little interest in long and loose hair, and for creating a relaxed boho bridal style, which would be beautiful for a beach babe……
Waterfall Braids on Style Me Pretty
Or a new take on the floral crown, how about a braided crown weaved with flowers…. could anything be more pretty?…..
Braided Crown on Style Me Pretty
Cute and a little bit retro braided bands frame the face and look fab with a fringe…..
Braid Band from Style Me Pretty
Braid Band from Wedding Chicks
Braid Band from 100 Layer Cake
Now who could forget how chic the Duchess of Cambridge looked at the London Olympic Gala with her ever perfectly coiffed hair in a braided updo, so glamorous and just right for a formal affair….
The Duchess of Cambridge’s Braided Updo
Braided Bun from Style Me Pretty
Braided Updo from Style Me Pretty
Braided Updo on Style Me Pretty
Braided Updo on Style Me Pretty
Braided Updo on Style Me Pretty
Braided Updo from Everything Fabulous
Or to show off your luscious locks keep it simple with a long side braid…..
Fishtail Braid from Wedding Chicks
Fishtail Braids from Bridal Musings
Fishtail Braid from Project Wedding
Twisted Braid from Style Me Pretty
From formal finished updos, to fishtails and waterfalls, dutch braids and milkmaids, there are braids galore – something to suit everyone. And if you’re tempted to give this trend a try at home, fashion and bridal blogs are awash with DIY tutorials like these…..
They make it look so easy I might even have to try an alternative to my usual pony tail! Don’t panic if you have short hair, Braided Updos are possible for hair shoulder length and longer – this DIY ‘Hot Cross Bun’ from The Beauty Department is for shorter hair…. 
Which is your favourite style? Are you going to be a braided babe for your big day? Amy x
