Sunday, April 14, 2013

a girl without braids is like a city without bridges.

I am always fascinated by intricate hairstyles. Since I lack hair styling skills myself, I admire certain looks even more. Lately, I have been inspired by braids! They are such a gorgeous and versatile hair trend. I particularly love braided updos. I keep trying to create them, but without much luck.

So, while I hone my skills, here are some of the braided styles that are inspiring me the most.








What is your favourite kind of braided hairstyle?

Also - I just want to congratulate Erin Noie for winning the $50 Shop Credit from Treena Bean Boutique. Enjoy! 

xo Shannon

38 comments:

  1. I love fishtail braids, though the braided crown hairstyle is cool too!

    xxLiora
    i-wasnt-there.blogspot.com

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  2. love the braids! Here in germany there is soon the 'Frühlingsfest'.
    I'm planning on doing a braid hairstyle! Nice inspirations, thansk :)

    fantasyfashioned.blogspot.de
    xoxo ♥

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  3. I wish my hair was good for braids, unfortunately it is not :( I like them all !!! Kisses

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  4. I love fishtail braids :)

    http://dear-marilyn-21.blogspot.pt/

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  5. It's such a soft feminine look, I love braids.

    Jac x0x

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  6. omg, I love the 2nd one best! unfortunately I know what you mean though, I can't do braids either :P

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  7. Love these looks. I love a french braid headband look, and love fishtail braids as well.
    xo Annie
    newenglandromance.blogspot.com

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  8. Gracias por pasar por mi blog y comentar.
    Un abrazo
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  9. I love braids! They make me so happy! You'll see my favorite braid in an upcoming allure challenge! Thank you SO MUCH for your support Sannon!!! Xo

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  10. these braided styles are so cool, im terrible at doing anything with my hair so these styles are all WAY out of my league, but they look super cool! i always have been a fan of fishtail braids too... so pretty!

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  11. I love Nicole style, unfortunately I can't do braids either.
    http://aboutwomenandnotonly.blogspot.com/

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  12. I love braids! My favourite hairstyle since I was a child :)))

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  13. I totally adore braids and want to try the braids crossing on top of my head it just doesn't look as natural like the gals above because of my slick hair..if that makes sense...I would have to do alot of teasing or something!


    <3Amanda
    feast.fashion.faves

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  14. I love braids very much!))
    http://karinamalinana.blogspot.ru/

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  15. Fishtails are really cute and easy :D I prefer them more
    When I was little my mum used to braid my hair and put them in little updos and I didn't like them much but now I kinda want my mum to braid my hair again haha

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  16. Gorgeous Looks! Love, KYRA

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  17. nice pictures!
    what d u think about following each other?
    let me know
    kisses
    kellystunnajr@blogspot.gr

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  18. I love braids a lot! They look so beautiful and you can use them to make your hair curly without heat! And these pictures you posted are very inspiring (:


    FASHIONARTED
    http://www.fashionarted.blogspot.com

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  19. Sooooo pretty! http://thelillyextract.blogspot.com

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  20. Braids are so cute! <3
    http://namelessfashionblog.blogspot.it/
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  21. Me encantan los peinados con trenza, son ideales!!

    Saludos!
    http://victimofmycloset.blogspot.com.es/

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  22. I totally stink at doing my hair. I wish I knew how to braid like the pictures you're showing. :-)

    Jayme @ Her Late Night Cravings

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  23. Braiding is one of my most favorite services to provide to my clients....I don't think it will ever go out of style :)

    xo Dinah @ sunshine super glam

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  24. We love this updo but our hairs too short to pull it off :(
    www.mkstyleramblings.blogspot.com.au

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  25. Great photos! I love braids in the hair..I wish I could do braids that well though! xo

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  26. The first hairstyle is my favorite! I just stumbled upon your blog and I too am an aspiring writer. It would mean a lot if you could check out my blog :)

    Www.oliviasoriginal.blogspot.com

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  27. Love braids! I just don't know how to do it on my own :) Love Lauren's braid here.

    If you have a sec, hope you can check out the latest on my blog: http://fashchronicles.blogspot.com. If you want to, would you like to follow each other via GFC? Just give me a heads up dear! xo

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  28. wish my hair was just a bit longer ....
    http://babyemilycloset.blogspot.co.uk

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  29. Hey Sweety, love your post and your blog! following you via gfc, follow me back?

    Love,
    Devina

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    Love,
    Devina

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  30. Oh, I adore all of these looks. So pretty and feminine!

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  31. That bottom photo, the fishtail braid, is exactly how my sister had her hair for her wedding. Great look.

    Sarah Allen
    (From Sarah, With Joy)

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  32. Absolutely LOVE these looks! Wish I had the hair to pull them off!

    ~Jacy

    www.laviedelenore.blogspot.com

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