Back braids are in fashion

    Braided hair has proved it can be practical as well as beautiful, as women have known for generations, and today's styles are for any hair length. Many current variations of braided hair are suitable to be worn in the office, while more loosely braided hair is a good look for the beach.Long hair is especially well-suited for making plaits. A current trend is a long braid wrapped around the head or a loose French braid. But women with short hair can also join in the trend by braiding their fringe.Another trendy style could be described as 60s retro chic. The important thing is achieving a contrast. A braid laid across the forehead breaks with the elegance of a swept-up 60s hairdo and brings a playfulness to the hairstyle.Braided hair can also be combined with an ethnic look. Warm colours, billowy clothing, natural materials and prints from various cultures shape this style.To make a braided ponytail, the hair is divided into three strands that are passed over each other alternatively to form the braid.The French braid is similar, but only some of the hair is used to start the braid. More hair is pulled in with each turn of the braid.Hair pins and barrettes are often needed to make sure the hair stays in place.