Now beads have come back in a major way! Move over kids, you’re not the only ones who are seen as acceptable to wear this style! Now adult naturalistas are going back to their roots and rocking beaded braids as part of their protective styling too!
Beautiful Braids with Beads For Naturalistas
Are you a naturalista who is looking for some chic ways to wear the beaded braids style? Whether you are a younger or older naturalista, check out these 9 ways to wear braids with beads to inspire your next do! Check out this style guide below for inspiration for your next protective style!
1. Seashell Beads with Braids
Are you going back to school/ the office soon but your mind is still on vacay mode? Then add some seashell beads to your braids to give you that warm feeling even while you’re at work. These seashell beads are a unique take on beaded box braids that will work great for your everyday protective style wear!
2. Cuffed Braids with Beads
Beads don’t have to only be worn at the ends of your braids. They can be worn throughout too! To leave beads spaced out throughout your braids, add the bead where you want it to be placed. Then tie a rubber band underneath it to hold it into place. To prevent frizzing up your braids with beads throughout this process, use a styling cream such as Emerge My Everything Hair Styling Butter Cream. A fabulous way to also spice up the beads and make the hairstyle look even more exquisite is to add some hair cuffs to compliment the beads.
3. Clear Beads on Braids
Want a more laid-back look with your beaded braids? Then try using standard clear beads for your hairstyle. These beads are so simple that you will forget you’re wearing them from time to time. Yet they are so cute to the point where they will brighten your mood every time you look in the mirror!
4. Metallic Braid Beads
Make a statement when you wear these metallic-colored beads. If you love jewelry, then this is a great style to try! For example, if you love silver jewelry, then wear gold beads with your braids. Or if you love gold jewelry, then wear gold-colored beads with your braids. When doing this your accessories will complement you so beautifully!
5. Long Cornrows with Beads
Although braided beads are typically worn at shoulder or mid-back length, long braids with beads still look just as great! However, with a style this long, be sure you tie it up when you need to so that they do not get caught on anything causing the beads to fall off.
6. Layered Beaded Braids
Layered braids are a beautiful way to wear long braids with beads without having to worry about paying special attention to your beads. With this style, you are able to keep your beads at hassle-free length while still flaunting your long hair. Who said you can’t have the best of both worlds?
7. Afro Puff Braids
If you’re looking to explore this style but don’t want to go through the process of braiding all your hair, then try this style. Wear an afro puff, leaving two braids at the front of your hair. Then put beads on those two front braids. When styling your hair use Love Beauty and Planet Rice Oil & Angelica Essence Curls and Waves Conditioning and Styling Treatment to help make the process quicker and to leave your hair looking sleek. Are you feeling more inspired than ever to get this style now? Show us how you style your beads by tagging us at @AllThingsHairUS for a chance to be featured on our Instagram page! Also, be sure to click to subscribe to our newsletter below for more protective styling ideas.
