Five Prom Braid Ideas to Steal From Your Favorite Celebs
When you think of hairstyles for prom, what comes to mind? Cheesy updos and (shiver!) thin tendrils of hair framing the face? Yeah, not happening. Kick your look into high gear with a chic braid, like these by some of our favorite stars. You'll be able to dig up prom pictures years from now knowing that your 'do was sophisticated and red carpet approved.
Bring your pick to your hairstylist of choice or get crafty and recreate it yourself at home!
Photo: Getty Images1/6Inject a little elegance or edginess into your hairstyle of choice for the big night.
Photo: Getty Images2/6<a href="http://www.teenvogue.com/about/Bella-Thorne" target="_blank">Bella Thorne's</a> Double Headband Braids with a Rope Accent
There's a lot going on with Bella's updo, but every single part of it is completely awesome. Two braids are positioned around her head, meeting at the back where the rest of her hair is wrapped and twisted into total perfection. A pink-and-gold rope is woven through a segment of the brain to give the look a slightly Grecian feel. And the soft sections of hair near her face are nowhere near the nineties tendrils of proms past.
Photo: Getty Images3/6<a href="http://www.teenvogue.com/about/Emmy-Rossum" target="_blank">Emmy Rossum's</a> Loose French Braid
This low-key look is simple yet elegant with an equestrian vibe. If you'd prefer to do your own hairstyle, this could be your go-to 'do. The best part about the braid is that it's slightly imperfect, so you don't have to worry about setting every inch of hair into place.
Photo: Getty Images4/6<a href="http://www.teenvogue.com/about/taylor-swift" target="_blank">Taylor Swift's</a> Lady-like Band and Interwoven Updo
From the front, this hairstyle looks like a simple bun with a mini headband braid, but the back reveals a much more intricate style. Each section is carefully braided and pinned into a romantic updo that would complement almost any gown.
Photo: Getty Images5/6<a href="http://www.teenvogue.com/about/Rita-Ora" target="_blank">Rita Ora's</a> Sleek Twin Braids
For girls who would like to try something with a little edge, this duo of braids is spot-on. The super tight plaits start all the way at the top of her head and continue down to the very tips. Pair it with red lipstick like Rita for a seriously show-stopping look.
Photo: Getty Images6/6<a href="http://www.teenvogue.com/about/selena-gomez" target="_blank">Selena Gomez's</a> Romantic Side-Swept Braid
The Spring Breakers star's thick hair is braided to one side and pulled over her shoulder with bobby pins keeping it in place. This look is perfect if you have a dress with an intricate back that you want to show off.
