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Stunning Updo Braid Hairstyles for Natural Hair

Braided updos are the pinnacle of elegance in protective styling. These intricate hairstyles weave braids into stunning buns, crowns, and twists, perfect for any formal occasion.

A close-up of an intricate and elegant braided updo on a Black woman, perfect for a wedding or formal event.
Explore stunning updo braid hairstyles for natural hair. Perfect for weddings, proms, and formal events, these styles are elegant and protective.
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Did you know?

Intricate updos have been a symbol of status and elegance in African cultures for thousands of years, with specific styles signifying a woman's age, marital status, or tribe.

KEY BENEFITS OF HAIRSTYLE

Benefits
  1. An incredibly elegant and formal look


  2. A full protective style for your ends


  3. Keeps all hair securely off your neck


  4. A guaranteed show-stopper at any event


  5. Can be adorned with pearls, jewels, or flowers

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How to ask your stylist for this hairstyle 

Tips

"I'd like a braided updo for my formal event. I'm looking for an elegant style, perhaps with flat twists or cornrows swept up into a high bun."

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Question & Answer

How do you prepare your hair for a braided updo?

To prepare for a braided updo, your hair should be freshly washed, deep-conditioned, and thoroughly detangled. For the sleekest results, most stylists prefer to work on hair that has been stretched with a blow dryer.

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