Beautiful Braids for Short Hair

This is an easy half-up style you can wear every day, and it can easily be pulled in a ponytail if you want your hair off your neck. Get the tutorial here from Wonder Forest.

This macramé braid is a fun update on the classic braid, and it’s ideal for getting long bangs out of your face. Get the tutorial here from My Style Vita.

If you have a long pixie or a short cut with long bangs, this style is for you. This is such a great way to add a little flair to your everyday look. Get the tutorial here from One Little Momma.

The beauty of the pull-through “braid” is that it looks like a braid, but it’s easy to do with short lengths. Bonus: A low style like this looks great with a hat for beach days or second (or third?) day hair. Get the tutorial here from Goldfish Kiss.

If your hair is long enough, this simple style can also be pulled into a ponytail for the gym. Get the tutorial here from Luxy Hair Blog.

Inspired by a Balmain editorial, this braid is for the strong and confident. Get the tutorial here from The Chriselle Factor.

This fun style is perfect for the days you have to go straight from the gym to running errands. Get the tutorial here from A Beautiful Mess.

Add delicate pins to this look to dress it up for a wedding or holiday party. Get the tutorial here from The Everygirl.

This boho look can be done with a classic braid if you don’t know how to fishtail. Get the tutorial here from A Beautiful Mess.

This cute style is about as easy as it gets for everyday wear, and it’s great for styling bangs you’re trying to grow out. Get the tutorial here from Lauren Conrad.

This upgraded take on the ever-popular topknot can take you from day to night. Get the tutorial here from Byrdie.

If you have straight hair, you can easily dress this style up by curling it. Get the tutorial here from Luxy Hair Blog.

For extra glam that’s perfect for the holidays, lightly dust your braid with gold pomade. Get the tutorial here from POPSUGAR.

This is a totally new take on the braid, and it will stand out, especially with fun rubber band colors. Get the tutorial here from Whippy Cake.

If your everyday ponytail needs a little oomph, add an easy side French braid. Get the tutorial here from Luxy Hair Blog.

This five-minute style adds a little edge to any outfit, and it can be done on a long pixie. Get the tutorial here from Brit + Co.

Even girls with long pixies can do this unique style that’s so much fun. Get the tutorial here from Refinery29.

You can rock this fishtail braid on one or both sides for a boho look that’s just the right amount of messy. Get the tutorial here from My Style Vita.

This super easy style is like a French braid with knots, and it looks more intricate than it is to create. Get the tutorial here from Goldfish Kiss.

Anyone can recreate this side braid that seamlessly blends with the rest of your hair without any chunky ponytail holders. Get the tutorial here from Poor Little It Girl.