Ghana braids for summer 2019 – the perfect solution to fight the heat and look stunning

by John Griffith
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Just like everything else, the trends in hairstyles seem to change quite a lot. For some time now, braids have been an inseparable part of the hairstyles movement. What’s more, They are a great addition to any modern clothing style. Braids are used since ancient times for different purposes. Nowadays, people have come up with many different ways to braid their hair – french braids, fishtail braid, rope braid. There are so many ways to braid your hair that it might be a bit difficult to choose. The latest trend seems to be ghana braids. So, today we have gathered 85 photos of beautiful braid hairstyles.

What are the most popular braid hairstyles?

  1. Ghana braids / Cornrows – both are an African style of braiding. This braiding technique is quite easy, and the braids go down the back of your head, along your scalp. The main difference between the two is that cornrows are usually made on natural hair and are quite flat. Ghana braids, on the other hand, are made with weave or extensions, making the braids larger.
  2. Box braids – another African style of braiding. They are characterised by the square shaped hair divisions. Extensions and weave is also used with them.
  3. Crochet braids / Latch hook braids – yet another African style of braiding, which has been very modernised lately. Crochet braids are created when after the hair has been braided into cornrows, hair extensions are attached to it with a latch hook or a crochet hook.
  4. French braid – another braiding style which originated in Africa. The French braid is probably the most popular out of all the braiding styles. It is very easy to do yourself and doesn’t take a lot of time. Three strands of hair are braided together from the crown of the head to the nape of the neck.

Beyonce is a fan of African style and ghana braids, as shown in her “Formation” video

beyonce's formation video, showing out of a car, ghana braids, on long light brown hair, blue vintage car

Keke Palmer is another celebrity, who is a fan of braids

keke palmer smiling, red burgundy hair, ghana braids, in front of a blue background, wearing black top

Lupita Nyong’o always looks stunning

lupita n'yongo in a black velvet dress, black hair, ghana braids, white background

All braided hairstyles are beautiful – ghana braids, cornrows, box braids

woman sitting in a car, with a yellow top, ghana braids, in a high bun, beads at the bottom

These girls are on trend with their ghana braids

two women sitting next to each other, ghana braids, on black hair, one is wearing sunglasses

Braids within a braid

cornrow styles, woman wearing a blue and white striped shirt, black hair in a braid

Video tutorial on how to style box braids

Colourful weave and beads create an ultra modern look

woman with black and red burgundy hair, cornrow styles, wearing a green top, with bare shoulders

An intricate ghana braids style

woman wearing a black blouse, grey sweatshirt, cornrow styles, on black hair

The plus of braiding your hair is you can go as colourful as you want

side by side photos, of two women, cornrow styles, ash grey hair, rainbow coloured hair

Stunning braided hairstyles

side by side photos, of different hairstyles, cornrow styles, on black and blonde hair

You can style your braids in any way you like

woman with light brown hair, in a bun, braid hairstyles with weave, wearing a grey t shirt

Video tutorial on how to do a basic french braid

braid hairstyles with weave, caramel brown hair in a bun, woman smiling, wearing a black top

Braiding your child can save you a lot of trouble in the mornings before school

hairstyles for kids, side by side photos, braid hairstyles with weave, on black hair

black hair, braid hairstyles with weaves, woman wearing a black top, blurred background

Video tutorial on how to do a fishtail braid

woman wearing a denim jumpsuit, black brallette, light brown hair in a bun, braid hairstyles with weave

Jhene Aiko and her extra long braids

jhene aiko on the red carpet, wearing a light purple set, cornrow braid hairstyles, on black hair

Kim Kardashian seems to always be on trend

kim kardashian, wearing a white crop top, silver skirt, cornrow braid hairstyles, on black hair

Nicki Minaj and her super long braided ponytail

nicki minaj smiling, wearing a silver dress, silver necklace, cornrow braid hairstyles, black hair

cornrow braid hairstyles, on black hair, woman wearing a purple top, gold necklace

black and brown hair, woman wearing an orange and white, striped polo shirt, cornrow braid hairstyles

As colourful as it gets

cute braid styles, rainbow coloured hair, woman standing in front of a blue background

Stunning rainbow coloured braids with beads

rainbow coloured braids with beads, cute braid styles, pink brick wall, girl wearing a black top

Intricate braided hairstyle

red and black hair, in a high bun, woman wearing a black top, cute braid styles, gold earrings and necklace

side by side photos, of different hairstyles, blonde hair, in a ponytail, cute braid styles

Braided hairstyles with cute results

girl smiling, wearing a pink bandana, light brown hair in two buns, cute braid styles, large hoop earrings

straight back braids, woman wearing african print dress, black and blonde ombre hair

black-hair-in a bun, woman waring a white t shirt, straight back braids, tiled floor

Another example of Beyonce’s appreciation of braids

beyonce wearing an african print dress, hair in a large bun, straight back braids, large flower earrings

Beyonce performing “Freedom” with Kendrick Lamar at the BET awards, representing the African culture with simple, yet statement making braids

beyonce singing, wearing a black bodysuit, straight back braids, holding a microphone

Although the braid is a simple hairstyle, it looks very stylish

woman wearing a grey sweater, black hair, straight back braids, wooden fence in the background

cornrows to the side, black and ash grey hair with beads, woman standing in front of a brick wall

Hair accessories add an even more modern look to your braided hairstyle

side by side photos, cornrows to the side, brown hair with beads, woman wearing a white top

Ghana braids – ombre version

black and blue hair with beads, cornrows to the side, woman standing in front of a black brick wall

girl smiling, wearing a printed crop top, black hair, cornrows to the side, with beads

girl sitting on a chair, wearing a pink top, cornrows to the side, black hair

Braided hairstyles can also be very elegant

woman with black hair, in a bun with beads, female cornrow styles, wearing a black top

Intricate braided hairstyles are truly a sight

kids hairstyles, female cornrow styles, girl with black hair, in a ponytail

Horizontal braids are mesmerising

woman sitting in a chair, with pink top, black hair, female cornrow styles, large hoop earrings

woman wearing a blue shirt, with black hair, in a bun, female cornrow styles, side by side photos

woman smiling at the camera, with black and red short hair, female cornrow styles

ghana braids styles, black hair, side by side photos, of different hairstyles

girl with black hair, wearing a black top, ghana braids styles, in front of a white background

woman sitting in a car, with black hair, white top, gold bracelets and ring, ghana braids styles

Two-colour braids are super fun and, furthermore, perfect for the summer

woman with black and purple hair, ghana braids styles, in a bun, black and white striped blouse

woman with black and red hair, in a ponytail, ghana braids styles, wearing a white top

Even shorter braids are amazing

girl with short black hair, wearing a white bath robe, nigerian braids hairstyles

girl with long black hair, wearing a black top, nigerian braids hairstyles, silver necklace

girl with short black hair, wearing a black top, nigerian braids hairstyles, red lipstick

nigerian braids hairstyles, black and white striped blazer, long blonde hair, colourful background

girl wearing a yellow top, blonde hair, nigerian braids hairstyles, gold necklace, hoop earrings

blue and pink, blonde hair, in a ponytail, pictures of braids, woman wearing a black blouse

You can try these hairstyles yourself

side by side photos, of different hairstyles, with blonde and purple hair, pictures of braids

pictures of braids, woman smiling, with black and blue hair, wearing a blue bandana, large hoop earrings

woman smiling, sitting in a car, pictures of braids, short black hair, printed blouse

girl with glasses, black hair, pictures of braids, wearing a black blazer, white top

big cornrows hairstyle, girl wearing a white crop top, black pants, very long blonde hair

Ciara showing off her ghana braids

ciara with black hair, side by side photos, big cornrows hairstyles, wearing a blue velvet top

Ciara – half braided, half natural hair

ciara with blonde hair, big cornrows hairstyles, wearing a black top, silver earrings

girl smiling, wearing a black top, pink jewellery, with black hair, big cornrows hairstyles

Yet another example of Beyonce’s super long braids

beyonce with very long blonde hair, in a white dress, big cornrows hairstyles

black hair, in two buns with beads, big cornrow braids, tiled floor, plaid shirt

woman wearing a white top, with black hair, in a ponytail, big cornrow braids

side by side photos, big cornrow braids, woman wearing sunglasses, green dress, hoop earrings

woman with black hair, side by side photos, big cornrow braids, two different hairstyles

Keke Palmer looks mesmerising with her red burgundy braids

keke palmer with red burgundy hair, big cornrow braids, white silk dress and gloves, crystal choker

Kelly Rowland – another lover of braids

braiding styles with weave, kelly rowland smiling, with black hair, in a bun, small earrings

side by side photos, braiding styles with weave, black hair, red hair, hoop earrings, pearl earrings

Interesting ghana braids design

red and blonde hair, orange dress, red feather earrings, braiding styles with weave

red burgundy short hair, with beads, braiding styles with weave, woman wearing a white t shirt

Stunning zig-zagged braids

woman sitting on a chair, with red hair, wearing jeans, white top, braiding styles with weave

side by side photos, side braids with weave, girl with black hair, sitting on a red leather sofa

woman smiling, half up, half down hair, with beads, side braids with weave, wearing a grey t shirt

red burgundy hair, side braids with weave, two different hairstyles, in side by side photos

side braids with weave, two different hairstyles, in side by side photos, on black hair

girl with grey top, black hair, side braids with weave, side by side photos

Try these hairstyles yourself

side by side photos, of different hairstyles, on long black hair, nigerian cornrow hairstyles

different hairstyles, on black hair, side by side photos, nigerian cornrow hairstyles

side by side photos, of black hair being braided, nigerian cornrow hairstyles, step by step

woman smiling, black hair in a bun, nigerian cornrow hairstyles, side by side photos

tree braids, box braids, what are cornrows, nigerian cornrow hairstyles, side by side photos, zoe kravitz

braids hairstyles pictures, of black hair, on a woman wearing a black top, in front of a white background

girl with brown har, in front of a gold glittered background, braids hairstyles pictures, with beads

woman wearing a white top, with black hair, braids hairstyles pictures, large hoop earrings

girl wearing a white top, braids hairstyles pictures, on black hair

Like mother, like daughter 

woman and a girl, in grey jumpsuit, braids hairstyles pictures, pink t shirt

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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