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Face shapes: Oval • Heart • Round
Hair length: Medium • Long • Extra Long
Hair texture: Straight • Wavy • Curly • Thick
Difficulty: Medium
Time to style: 45-60 minutes
Works with: Cathedral veil • Fingertip veil • Fresh flowers • Pearl pins • Ribbon details
Plaits braids bring an effortless romance to your wedding day that makes you feel like the most beautiful version of yourself. There's something deeply timeless about woven strands—they photograph gorgeously from every angle and give you that confident, put-together feeling that lasts from first look to last dance. Brides love how plaits can be dressed up with florals for a garden wedding or kept sleek for modern elegance.
Beyond the beauty, plaits braids are incredibly practical for long wedding days. The interwoven structure keeps your style secure through humidity, wind, and hours of celebrating without constant touch-ups. They work seamlessly with veils of any length, create a stunning backdrop for hair accessories, and won't leave you with that tight, uncomfortable feeling some updos can cause.
Delicate pearl hairpins scattered throughout the braid
Vintage gold or silver leaf combs at the crown
Crystal-encrusted bobby pins for subtle sparkle
Silk ribbon woven through the plaits
Art deco-inspired barrettes at the nape
Baby's breath tucked into braid sections for ethereal romance
Small garden roses or ranunculus placed asymmetrically
Cathedral veil positioned below the braid for dramatic length
Fingertip veil attached at the crown to showcase the plait detail
Start with second-day hair or use dry shampoo for better grip and texture.
Apply strong-hold hairspray in sections as you braid, not just at the end.
Secure every elastic with two crossed bobby pins to prevent loosening during dancing.
Keep a small bottle of texture spray in your emergency kit for quick touch-ups.
Prep hair with texturizing spray on dry, second-day hair for maximum grip and volume.
Divide hair into your chosen sections (side plaits, crown braid, or full head) and begin your first three-strand braid, keeping tension consistent.
Continue plaiting in your chosen pattern, securing each section with clear elastics and adding more hair if creating a French or Dutch style.
Pin braids into place at the nape or crown, tucking ends invisibly and using bobby pins in an X formation for extra hold.
Secure with strong-hold hairspray, then gently pancake the braids by pulling edges slightly for romantic, dimensional softness.
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Absolutely! The key is using a texturizing product before braiding and gently pulling sections to create the illusion of fuller, thicker plaits. Avoid braiding too tightly, which can make fine hair look sparse.
Plan for about 60-75 minutes for the styling process. If you're adding extensions or intricate details like florals, add another 15-20 minutes to be safe.
We don't recommend it for your wedding day—braids can flatten or frizz overnight. Instead, have your stylist create the fresh look the morning of for crisp, photo-ready results.
Yes! Plaits are one of the most wind-resistant styles because the woven structure locks hair in place. Just use strong-hold products and extra pins for humid or breezy conditions.
