Have you always thought about how to rock short braids? Short braids are the most versatile protective style you can wear and are best rocked anytime any day because they aren’t just gorgeous but also comfy and suitable. You should not worry about this anymore, as there are many creative options on how to rock your short braid and they are also the latest trends.
When you choose to rock a short braid, choose the best styles to accentuate your facial features, so you will look good as envisaged. With short braids, you won’t have to spend an hour blow drying and styling every morning.
Keep scrolling and reading to satisfy your doubts on how to rock short braids as they are fun, playful and add extra detail and texture to your looks.
Why Do Women Rock Short Braids?
Women choose to rock short braid hairstyles for comfort, these braids are nothing short of perfect as they are also super manageable, and don’t take forever to make.
These braids are also good for women who don’t want to be burdened with the excess weight of hair extensions as these protective hairstyles usually stop at the shoulder or a little around the back. Some are also as short as a bob.
Anyways, be rest assured that when rocking short braids your hair won’t get stuck at any awkward place while you are walking. You will instead rock your short braid with style and comfort because your scalp will be breezy enough to receive enough hair.
In addition, short braids can be easily maintained. You don’t have to maneuver your way to fix them all inside your hair bonnet. Just slip it on and they’ll be all right inside.
Short braids don’t consume much time to make and even loosen. They aren’t time-consuming.
Do Short Braids Last Longer?
The duration of your short braid depends on two things:
- Your hair type (natural or relaxed) and
- How you maintain them
If your hair is natural, expect the braids to stay for two to four weeks. But if it’s relaxed, your braids can last up to six to eight weeks.
Again, it all depends on how well you maintain them.
Types of Short Braids for Women
1. Accessorized Short Braids
Adorning your braids with accessories brings out its beauty. Always add beads, silver/gold cuffs, headband, scrunchies, or other cute hair accessories for an amazing result.
2. Braided/Twisted Cornrows Short Braids
This hairstyle is made by braiding the upper part of your hair into cornrows and finishing with box braids or Senegalese twists.
3. Center Part Short Braids
This braid style involves parting at the center of your head and allowing the braids to fall to each side of your head perfectly.
4. Curly Short Braid Hair
Curls definitely add more accents to your braids as it gives a girl effect to your appearance.
5. Jumbo Short Braids
Jumbo braids are statement braids. You just need to invest in enough extensions so as to make each braid fat and chunky.
6. Side-Part Short Braids
Side-parting is something different from the regular center partings. This side-part could be to the left or right allowing the braids to fall greatly to one side of your head.
7. Short Braids with a Pop of Color
Short braids are versatile and can be rocked with any color of hair extension. So if you want a bright color or anything entirely different from black or brown, go for it.
8. Short Braids with Detailed Cuts
Detailed cuts are shaped in the form of a cute box, stars, triangles and even hearts, they give those admirable cuts surrounding each braid. It also adds more details to your hair.
9. Short Cornrows Braids
Cornrows will never go out of style because we get them in different styles and tweaks every day to reflect how modern the world has evolved.
It also comes in various options such as straight, zig-zag, or even inverted cornrows (Didi).
10. Tiny Short Box Braids
If you want voluminous short braids and don’t mind sitting longer, I’ll suggest you opt for tiny short box braids. These braids take time to make or loosen.
11. Short Knotless Braids
To go out of the ordinary, use the feed-in technique to create short knotless braids.
Knotless braids are an excellent option to try out as it saves your hair from breakage, especially around the edges.
20 Styles on How to Rock Short Braids
1. Asymmetrical Bob Braids with Side Cornrows
2. Blue and Purple Short Braids
3. Bob Braids with Shaved Sides
4. Bob Goddess Braids
5. Box Braids with Blue Highlights
6. Colored Goddess Locs
7. Dark Brown Bob Braids with Accessories
8. Distressed Faux Locs
9. Full Shoulder length Goddess Braids
10. Jumbo Braids with Curled Ends
11. Jumbo Shoulder Length Marley Twists
12. Orange Soda Braids
13. Short Braids with Tapered Ends
14. Short Goddess Style Knotless Braids
15. Shoulder Length Bob Box Braids
16. Shoulder Length Goddess Faux Locs
17. Side Chick Braids
18. Side Parted Short Braids
19. Totally Twisted Short Braids
20. Cute braids
How to Maintain Short Braids
Usage of edge control to restyle your hair will ensure to keep your braids looking new everyday. This is an excellent way to further adorn your hairdo.
Application of leave-in conditioner directly to the braids can also help keep them hydrated. Wearing a silk bonnet can also help protect your hair from frizz or unraveling.
All this will ensure your beautiful short braids last longer than expected.
