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Is it just us or are people killing it in the braid department lately? Fat braids, multiple braids, even braids within little braids are everywhere these days. But how the heck does one create such an elaborate hairstyle? Well, duh, with the help of the Internet.
From the basic beginner French braid to braids that will have everyone doing a double-take, we've got you covered. We've found some of the best braid tutorials online for those days that you want to try something new. Once you watch them a few times and give it a whirl yourself, you'll become an old pro. For real.
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The Basic French Braid
If you're a braiding novice, start here. This video shows — in detail — how to do a basic French braid. (I personally learned how to French braid my daughter's hair via this video a year or so ago.) Once you've got this down, the braiding possibilities are endless.
Dutch Braids
The Dutch braid, aka the Boxer braid, aka Double French braids are everywhere now — thanks in part to the Kardashians. This tutorial from Farah Dhukai shows exactly how to get the look.
Double Fishtail Braids
If you're kind of over the Boxer braid look, try doing double fishtail braids, which actually are easier. This Instagram tutorial from Sarah Angius lays out the steps for you to try.
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Braided Headband
This super-cute braid headband is beyond easy to do. If you know how to fix a basic braid, you're good to go.
Milkmaid Braid Updo
Another fun hairstyle that only requires a knowledge of basic braids is the milkmaid braid updo. It's fun, it's different, and it takes about four minutes flat.
French Side Braid
A cute twist on the standard French braid is the side French braid. And no, you don't need this much hair to do it. (Spoiler alert: She's wearing extensions.)
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The Dinobraid
Why is this called the "Dinobraid"? Because you'll look a little bit like a stegosaurus. In a good way.
Dutch Braid Half-Headband
Fast-forward to around the 3:15 mark to see a really pretty (and easy-to-do!) Dutch braid half-headband. It's incredible how this woman is able to make her initially thin braid look so thick and full of volume!
The Halo Braid
The Halo braid definitely falls under the more advanced category, but if you keep at it, you'll have yourself one heck of a cool hairstyle.
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Goddess Braids
If you have the time, skill, and patience to do Goddess braids (with extensions) to your own hair, this video from HowToBlackHair shows you exactly what you need to do.
Knotted Loop Waterfall Braid
This knotted loop waterfall braid takes a little skill, but it isn't as hard as it looks, promise. And it's so cute!
Criss-Cross Looped Braid
This criss-cross looped braid essentially is just a French braid not pulled through all the way. It takes a little patience, but it looks really cool and different.
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The Braided Braids
If you know how to do a basic braid, then you know how to do this crazy creative "braided braid." Such a great idea!
Ladder Braid
The Ladder braid ponytail is fun for a night out. It takes a little time to do, but otherwise isn't too involved — despite how it looks.
Subtle Side Twist Braid
This subtle side twist braid is pretty easy to do and is the perfect hairstyle for unwashed hair. #sorrynotsorry
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