Braids for Short Hair: 20 Newest Ideas

Many people believe that it is difficult to find a cute style with braids for short hair. Mostly, because without length it can be hard for the sections in braids to stay together and not unravel. But, messy styles are in—even for formal events—so those with cropped cuts should put aside antiquated ideas and embrace pretty plaits.

If you have shorter hair, you can experiment with braids as details. Short headband braids, braided bangs and braids in half up hairstyles can have different textures and braided patterns.

You can alternate thicker and thinner braids, try asymmetrical styles, master new braiding techniques and try new trendy hair colors to take your short hairstyles to the new level. Here are some creative examples of braided styles for shorter hair.

#1: Double Weave

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The smaller the braid, the more likely it is to stay put. But, with ashen hair colors, like ash blonde, and also platinum blonde, the details can fade into the background or get lost. By braiding a small braid into a larger one, you create an interesting contrast of textures and draw attention to the unique features of your style.