We have to give it to braids – they’ve managed to stay on the runways, through spring and fall, and still look fresh every season. What we really love is how versatile they can be: a messy fishtail is perfect for keeping frizz in check; a sleek braided bun or crown braid is great for formal, dressy occasions; and a couple of ribbon-threaded braids add fun to your everyday, open-hair routine.
Need inspiration? Check out our slideshow for everything from no-brainer plaits to complicated dos from Indian and international runways.
Photograph: Imaxtree.com/Davide Gallizio (international runway), Shivaji Juvekar and Gulshan Sachdeva (Indian runway)
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