Side braid: a democratic and charming hairstyle for any occasion

Braids are practical and democratic hairstyles, they look good on all hair types and lengths. They adapt well to everyday life, whether to soften the heat or to adopt a more modern hairstyle that adds a lot to the look. They are also great for more formal occasions such as weddings, parties, graduations, among others.

This hairstyle never goes out of style and knowing different types of braids complements your hairstyle repertoire. Among the different types of braid that exist, we have the side braid that is simple and beautiful for everyday life, but that can have variations and be perfectly adapted for more sophisticated occasions.

The side braid can be done with the entire length of the hair or it can be done only on the side, which makes this hairstyle very democratic even for shorter or peaked hair. A side braid is a detail that makes all the difference in the look.

Another advantage is that the wires are tightly secured so your look stays neat and sophisticated all night long. Learn how to make different side braids and get inspired by beautiful photos:

6 side braids you can do at home

The braids in general are hairstyles without much secret and very simple to do at home. The tutorials can help you to have a beautiful hairstyle without spending a salon. Check out a selection of videos below that teach you how to do different types of side braids at home:

1. Built-in side braid

In a few minutes and with a few hair elastics it is possible to make this hairstyle. The video shows step by step the simplicity of making a side braid. This braid is ideal for medium to long hair.

2. Side braid embedded in the fringe

Much like the previous braid, the difference is that this braid already starts at the fringe. It can also be done on short hair.

3. Herringbone side braid

Just throw all the hair to the side, separate the parts that will be braided and, to make it easier, secure with an elastic band. Then, just start braiding alternating between inner and outer strands.

4. Exposed fish scale side braid

Unlike the previous braid, this fish scale braid is also done on the side of the top of the head. To finish, the wicks are pulled out for a more voluminous effect.

5. Side braid with loose hair

A side braid that visually looks very complex but is very simple. Just divide your hair into asymmetrical halves and then start braiding as per the tutorial. It is a braid that leaves the look sophisticated and at the same time stripped.

6. Boxer side braid

The boxer braid is a success for leaving the look very different. In this tutorial you will quickly learn how to do it. It’s simpler than you might think!

16 side braids to inspire

Regardless of the type or length of your hair, some side braid options are sure to be right for you. Get inspired by our selection of photos:

Do you like the side braid? So get inspired by our selection of tutorials and photos to make this beautiful, practical and simple hairstyle. You will definitely rock the look wherever you go!