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Braid Beauty

Plaits become the go-to hairstyle in beauty and fashion

Implications - French braids, Dutch braids, waterfall braids, fishtail braids and more -- the plait is in fashion and it's all-encompassing. It used to be that one type of braid (for example, the Medieval princess style) would take over the fashion world, but today, any braid is a good braid and consumers are embracing this hairstyle with fervor. This might be due to the braid's versatility: from messy to perfectly coiffed, plaits provide the female consumer with a variety of looks ranging from boho glam and warrior princess to pretty mermaid and tribal princess.
Trend Themes
1. Braid Fashion Trend - Braid hairstyles continue to dominate fashion and beauty industries, showcasing versatility whether messy or thoroughly coiffed to elevate one's style game.
2. Cultural Inspiration Trend - Editorials and photoshoots often look to different cultures for inspiration in beauty and fashion, treating audiences to romantic and fresh takes on hair trends.
3. DIY Hair Trend - Hair tutorial videos and social media posts ranging from simple home applications to innovative styles continue to be popular for beauty enthusiasts and present lucrative opportunities for online entrepreneurs.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Beauty Industry - Hairstylists in high-fashion and beauty industries seek to create innovative braided hairstyles to spruce up their editorials and photo campaigns, consequently boosting sales for hair care and styling products.
2. Cultural Industry - A wide variety of cultures were directly or indirectly depicted in fashion and beauty editorials, which could influence cultural merchandise and tourism.
3. Social Media Industry - DIY hair styling tutorials are continuously popular on social media platforms, leading to rise of influencers creating online businesses capitalizing on tutorials and flexible online hair care-related products.
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Featured Examples

Becoming Braid Shoots
Becoming Braid Shoots
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The Cover Magazine February 2012 cover shoot and editorial spread puts emphasis on pretty pastels and flirty florals. From feminine silhouettes and a fearless use of fresh colors and delicate prints,... MORE
Sun-Kissed Blonde Beautorials
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The Crystal Glynn Modelco Campaign is Fresh-Faced
Fresh-faced and flawless, the Crystal Glynn Modelco campaign features a striking beauty portrait series. The platinum-haired beauty is sun-kissed and ready for the beach, showing off her gorgeous... MORE
Seaside Tresses DIY Videos
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Cup of Jo's Mermaid Braid Tutorial is Instructive and Eye-Catching
In an update from the massively popular fishtail style, Cup of Jo blogger Joanna Goddard has published a tutorial for the cutting-edge mermaid braid. Comprehensive and complete with gorgeous photos,... MORE
Fairytale Nomad Editorials
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The 'Irish Gypsy' by Emily Soto for En Vie Magazine is Dreamy
Emily Soto has provided En Vie magazine with an editorial that is equal parts Celtic and Gypsy. In the series, the Southern California-based photographer focuses her lens on model Claressa Slaughter,... MORE
Messy Braid Editorials
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The Eurowoman 'Det Store Mix' Photoshoot Clashes High- and Low-End Pieces
While the clashing fashion may draw some people into the Eurowoman ‘Det Store Mix’ editorial, the expertly styled messy braid updo, courtesy of hairstylist Lasse Pedersen, will reel in... MORE
Messy Braid Editorials
Messy Braid Editorials
The Aline Weber Vogue Paris Photo Shoot Features Outlandish Hairstyles
One of the most compelling and visually pleasing aspects of a fashion magazine is its beauty section, which highlights hair and makeup trends in a fun and artistic way, and the Aline Weber Vogue Paris… MORE
Brilliantly Braided Hairstyles
Brilliantly Braided Hairstyles
The Jeff Hahn for Tatler Hong Kong Presents Countryside Charm
The Jeff Hahn for Tatler Hong Kong January editorial is smart, chic and blends calm, countryside scenery to tell a modern story. The editorial, titled ‘The Simple Life,’ features model Valerie van der… MORE
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Heide Lindegren Looks Dazzling for Cosmopolitan US April 2012
American model Heide Lindegren stars in a summery beauty editorial in the Cosmopolitan US April 2012 issue that features several stylish braids to practice before the impending summer season. The looks… MORE
Gorgeous Fishtail Fashion
Gorgeous Fishtail Fashion
The Kelsey Chow by Justin Coit Shoot Features Fabulously Laid-Back Looks
The adorable Kelsey Chow, an actress you may recognize from popular CW drama One Tree Hill, the fashionista is set to appear in this summer’s Amazing Spiderman. For the Kelsey Chow by Justin... MORE

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