Braids for men – the newest trend taking the world by storm

by John Griffith
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There are so many beauty and fashion trends going around right now, it might be difficult to focus on just one. With the rise of media “influencers” and the level of accessibility to celebrities’ lives, trends are definitely not what they used to be. Back in the day, in order to follow the trends you had to subscribe to certain fashion magazines. You had to wait to receive them monthly. Furthermore, you had to have Fashion TV on your cable, so you can watch runway shows. Nowadays, however, it’s all about showing your individuality. Which is where different men hairstyles come in. Who says, men can’t experiment with their hair, after all? So, today we present to you some of the best examples of braids for men you can totally steal.

ASAP Rocky braids for men is one of the most searched things on Google

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What are the trends in braids for men

Recently we have seen quite the rise of different hairstyles for men – from man buns, to long hairstyles, to braids. It seems like men have started to spend equal, if not more time on their hair than women. And we are all for it. Experiment, guys! A burst of individuality here and there is very refreshing and attractive.

Recently, rap stars, such as ASAP Rocky and Travis Scott have contributed a lot to men wanting braids. With their fresh looks they have encouraged guys to follow this trend. What some younger readers may not remember, however, is that rap stars, such as Coolio, Busta Rhymes and Ludacris, just to name a few, were all big fans of the braided hairstyle, as well.

You have so many options for different hairstyles, it might be overwhelming

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What are the most popular braids for men hairstyles?

Cornrows

Tightly braided, going from the front to the back of your head, these braids have been around for a very long time. They are famous amongst both men and women.

Box braids

Once again, this type of braids is famous amongst both men and women. They are also quite simple. Take a boxed strand of hair and braid it. Repeat until you are out of hair and that’s it.

Layered braids

A different version of the cornrows. They are not braided close to the head, which allows for more freedom. You can let them flow freely or put them in a bun. It is up to you!

Braids with bun

Behold – the braided man bun, combining two of the trendiest men hairstyles.Whether you choose to have just one, or a few braids, which are going to be put in a bun, you will still look super classy.

Taper fade with braids

Short hair on the sides slowly growing longer to the top with the longest part being braided. It is super trendy and cool.

Undercut with braid

Short hair on the sides. Long and braided on the top with a single line separating them.

Highlighted braids for men are very trendy

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Here’s some things to consider before getting braids

There are a few things to consider before getting your hair braided, however. First of all, you need to grow it out. Obviously! Secondly, you need to consider how long you want the braids and the style. How good the braids will look depends on the length and thickness of your hair, so keep that in mind. What’s more, these braids are going to need upkeep, so if you are not ready to delegate some time towards your time at the hair salon, then braids may not be your hairstyle.

To sum up, braids aren’t for everyone. But, if you are set on this hairstyle, then go right for it. They look classy, elegant and are super modern. Now, enjoy our photo gallery, full of awesome braids for men.

Hairstyle with blue braids

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Look at these awesome cornrows

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What do you think of these viking braids

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Awesome twisted braids

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And another example of viking braids

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Interesting braid design

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Highlighted braids

man with black hair, blonde highlights, braided hairstyles, wearing a white t shirt, sleeve tattoos

Braids and a bun – two of the most famous men’s hairstyles combined

french braids, in a bun, man with brown hair, box braids men, white background

Coolio’s hairstyle was all the rage in the 90s

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More cornrows

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Elden Henson from the TV show “Marvel’s Daredevil” and his awesome braided hairstyle on the red carpet

eldon henson, side french braid, box braids men, wearing a gray blazer, blonde hair

Kendrick Lamar once again honoring African-American culture by wearing dreads and accepting his Pulitzer Prize in 2018

kendrick lamar, wearing a blue shirt, silver necklace, box braids men, on black hair

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Ludacris rocking his braids many years ago

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Snoop Dogg is another 90s icon who is a huge fan of braids

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Travis Scott and his famous braids

travis scott, wearing a black t shirt, silver necklaces, braided hairstyles for men, black background

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Braids for men

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man with blonde hair, braids for boys, wearing a dark grey sweatshirt

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Braided hairstyles

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twisted braids, man with black hair, man bun braids, black shirt, blurred background

man bun braids, man with black hair, braided in a bun, wearing a white t shirt

man with glasses, black hair, gold beads, man bun braids, grey t shirt

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man with white shirt, brown hair, blonde ombre, blurred background, man bun braids

Busta Rhymes and his cool hairstyle on the pages of Vogue

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Adam Beach honoring his Indian roots with long braids

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box braids, gold beads, cornrow braid hairstyles, man with black hair, wearing a black t shirt

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Braids hairstyles 2019

intricate design, cornrow braid hairstyles, man with black hair, wearing a gray t shirt

man with glasses, black hair, gray blazer, twisted braids, in a bun, cornrow braid hairstyles

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Braided hairstyles for men

man with black hair, braided in a bun, asap rocky braids, wearing a black t shirt

intricate design, asap rocky braids, man with black hair, black t shirt, sleeve tattoos

man with black hair, braided in a bun, wearing a black t shirt, asap rocky braids

man with dreads, black hair, black beard, blue sweatshirt, asap rocky braids, nose ring

man with glasses, black hair, braided in a small bun, wearing a gray sweatshirt, black men braids

Braids for boys

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Man bun braids

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Travie McCoy from Gym Class Heroes and his cool braids

travie mccoy, two long braids, wearing a black beanie, black sweatshirt, short braids hairstyles

triangle braids, man with black hair, short braids hairstyles, wearing a white t shirt

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viking braids, two long braids, in front of the face, man with black hair, wearing a white t shirt

Short braids hairstyles

intricate design, man with glasses, black hair, viking braids, wearing a pink sweatshirt

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man with blonde hair, braided in a bun, wearing a white t shirt, viking braids, tiled background

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Braids for men with short hair

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Xzibit was the king of the cornrow braid hairstyles

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John Griffith
John Griffith

John Griffith is a young, passionate journalist. Writing has been John’s hobby ever since he was a boy. He has worked in some of the UK’s most successful news portals over the course of his professional career but found his forever home at Archzine.

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