Romantic braids: 20 summery plait ideas that scream pretty
Plaits and braids are a classic hairstyle choice for good reason. The best thing about them is the amount of experimentation you can put into your look. From the differing styles (think pigtail braids, parting plaits, fishtails and halos) to the accessories you can add in, plaits are great for any hair length and type.
Romantic braids are our current obsession, however. Incredibly pretty, soft and feminine styles are having a moment and have been making us swoon in the run-up to summer.
Browse our favourite romantic braid hairstyle ideas below, and then check out our other favourite plaits.
Getty ImagesRita Ora is a big fan of a romantic braid. She always keeps us on our toes with her range of gorgeous accessories...
Getty ImagesJust look at those gorge flowers...
Rex FeaturesAnd these shining pearls!
Getty ImagesPoldark star Eleanor Tomlinson proves romantic braids don't have to be updos. Try a textured, relaxed fishtail for all the romantic feels.
Getty ImagesEmma Watson's hair always looks incredibly pretty, but this updo has to be one of our favourites yet.
Getty ImagesEmRata usually wears her hair in tumbling waves, but she nailed this subtle plait, complete with a cute black bow to secure the look.
Getty ImagesAn easy way to rock the romantic trend is to give a halo braid a try. Follow Zosia Mamet's lead.
Getty ImagesLily Collins went all out at the Golden Globes with this super high style. Stunning.
Perhaps the easiest way to ensure romance is to wear flowers in your plait. We love how Vanessa Hudgens matched her floral accessories to her rose gold eyeshadow.
Getty ImagesWe lurveeeee Chiara Ferragni's messy fishtail braid. Romantic hair is all about leaving things a little rough around the edges, instead of ensuring perfection.
Getty ImagesKerry Washington's perfect plaits are complimented by her gorgeously pretty flushed cheeks.
Rex FeaturesSophie Turner's romantic tumbling plait is certainly memorable.
Getty ImagesOlivia Wilde combined her bold plait with a low bun. Love. it.
Getty ImagesKate Winslet is the Queen of red carpet updos, and this twisted plaited look screams pretty.
Getty ImagesJLaw's loose, glossy braid is easy to recreate at home.
Getty ImagesMuch like Jennifer's, Jessica Hart's halo style made us swoon from the romance factor.
Getty ImagesEverything about Olivia Palermo's look is romantic. From the dress to the pretty pink lip shade and the feminine 'do, it just works.
IndigitalRomantic braids on the catwalk: go messy or go home!
This is the most stunning wedding design.
Keep it simple with a mini fishtail like this one.
