Need Some Hair Inspiration? Here Are 50 Killer Braids to Get Your Juices Flowing

With Summer finally here, you might be looking for a chic and easy way to keep your hair off your neck during the hot-and-sticky months ahead. One of the easiest ways to do this is with a sleek and stylish braid. While we love to look to our favorite celebrities for some hair inspo, we couldn't help but notice our Instagram feeds are filled with plenty of gorgeous braided styles. From side braids to french braids and even waterfall braids, click through for 50 beautiful plaited hairstyles that will keep you looking and feeling cool this Summer.

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When One Is Not Enough

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Elaborately Braided Hair

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Inside-Out Braid

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Braided Twist

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Loose Side Braid

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Add Some Flowers

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Big and Bold

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Unicorn Braid

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Just Down the Middle

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Milkmaid Braid

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Braided Half-Up Hairstyle

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Half and Half

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Simple and Traditional

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Loose and Flowy

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Braided Ponytail

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Braided Updo

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Fishtail Braid

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Try Out Different Braid Sizes

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Triple the Fun

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Polished Boxer Braids

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Festival Hair

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Braided Bun

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Long and Loose Braid

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Braided Topknot

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Add Some Color

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Pull-Through Braid

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Braided Bridal Look

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Sleek and Modern Braids

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Half-Braided Pigtails

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Sparkly Top Braid

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Tucked-Under Braid

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Braids With a Twist

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Two-Toned Braided Pigtails

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Basket-Weave Braid

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Three Braids in One

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Braided Messy Bun

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Classic Braids

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Oversize Braid

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Intricate Design

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Pony Full of Braids

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Criss-Crossing Braids

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Retro Braids

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Elegant Braided Hairstyle