25 Braided Hairstyles for Summer Weddings

Summer weddings are beautiful, as well as brides that choose to wear braids. Braided hairstyles are versatile, work with any dress, and so chic.

Summer weddings are wonderful. They are usually held outdoors, in nature, in gardens, and under the summer sun. All brides want to look perfect, but to feel comfortable when the temperature hits up.

Braided hairstyles are great for all summer brides-to-be. Braids are adorable, chic, and quite sophisticated. You can opt for half-up half-down braided hair and make them look classic or like a waterfall, create an elegant variation of french braid, or even a sophisticated look with box braids.

Braid hairstyles are really popular among brides. This guide is for all brides to be – please, don’t hesitate to get inspired by our lovely gallery below.

Braided and Decorated

Braided and Decorated

Long hair braided looks more than gorgeous for your wedding day. Brides usually opt to add some flower details to make their braids appear even more exciting. This delicate wedding hairstyle will match with summer lace gowns.

Braids Enhanced with White Flowers

Braids Enhanced with White Flowers
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White roses are great for wedding decor, especially in the summertime. You can go a step further this time and use the roses as a hair accessory. A kind of fishtail braid, twist, and long blonde hair, combined can be your bohemian hairstyle that will leave everyone breathless.

Braided Updo

Braided Updo

The low braided bun will match with any style you choose to wear. It is great for summer weddings, open-back dresses, lace, and tulle dresses. A combination of a loose braid on one side and a smaller one wrapped in a bun will definitely make you look beautiful.

Side Braid

Side Braid

Such a massive and loose side braid is great for those girls seeking a chic and boho hairstyle, that won’t be ruined after hours of dancing.

Like a Goddess

Like a Goddess

Braid that will definitely catch all the attention is this one – you can look like a goddess on your summer beach or outdoor wedding. Add natural hair accessories like leaves, olive tree branches, or fresh flowers (we vote for peonies).

Vintage Accessories

Vintage Accessories

There is nothing more beautiful than attractive hair accessories. Some of them might change your hairstyle by making it look even more appealing and gorgeous. This hairpin is vintage looking, reminds us of accessories that the queens were wearing. Braid, in combination with twists, seems practical for the warm summer wedding day.

Braid Around the Head

Braid Around the Head
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Romantic, delicate, and lovely – these are the words that can describe this hairstyle. You should braid your medium or long hair and wrap it around your head. Leave a few strands of hair to frame your face.

Double Braids

Double Braids

Instead of doing only one Dutch braid, why don’t you make two? They should be located at one side of your head and gathered in a messy low bun. You can even braid them half way and curl the bun to look elegant and romantic.

Fresh Flowers

Fresh Flowers

Fresh flowers in your hair are great for your wedding day. Roses, eucalyptus, and wildflowers are a perfect choice for a summer wedding. You should gather your braid at the side and finish it in a low but messy romantic braid.

Ponytail and Braid

Ponytail and Braid

Dutch braid at one side of your head can be gathered in both bun and ponytail. If you opt for version number 2, then start by braiding a Dutch braid at one side of your head and then pick the hair into a high or low ponytail. You can wear eye-catching earrings to finish the look.

Fresh and Summerish

Fresh and Summerish

Most of the brides tend to tie their hair up or in an elegant chignon bun. That is how they keep comfort at a maximum level as well as style. This low braided chignon is perfect for a warm summer wedding day. You can even add some fresh flowers to make everything look so gorgeous.

Like a Waterfall

Like a Waterfall

Did you ever want your hair to look like a waterfall? This is how you can do it for your summer wedding day. Long hair, a braid that gathers strands of your hair and makes everything compact. Add fresh branches for a summerish feel.

Braided Crown

Braided Crown

Instead of wearing a silver crown, let the braid be the one. You can have short hair as well – as long as you allow the hair to flow casually, with wide curls, and make a braided crown. Don’t hesitate to add some fresh flowers or branches with leaves.

Colorful Flowers

Colorful Flowers

Colorful flowers in your hair would be more than enough to make a statement. However, you can make a braid, add these lovely flowers, and you get a fantastic summer wedding hairstyle that will leave everyone breathless.

Platinum Blonde

Platinum Blonde

A platinum blonde hairstyle like this will match your white wedding gown.

You can braid not one, but a few smaller braids that will gather in a low bun. Adding fresh flowers or in this case, wheat as a hair accessory will make this hair summer-ready.

Tousled and Braided Updo

Tousled and Braided Updo
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Tying your hair up is good, but let’s make it better. By adding braids, you will provide your hair with a perfect summer vibe, as well as secure your updo. A tousled and retro hairstyle like this one is matchable with any dress you choose to wear as your wedding gown.

Gathered in a Braid

Gathered in a Braid

When you have long, thick hair, every hairstyle can look excellent. Braiding your hair for the wedding day is one of the smartest things you can do. It is chic, practical, as well as eye-catching. Opt for this technique – take hair from both sides of your head, braid them, and gather them into one big and shaggy braid at the back.

Braided Buns

Braided Buns

Buns are great, but when you braid them, they simply look gorgeous. You can do a complete updo, or leave the part of your hair casually down. This is a great summer hairstyle not only for weddings but for other special occasions. Don’t hesitate to wear sparkly earrings to complete the look.

Leaves Tiara

Leaves Tiara
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Tiaras are often the hair accessories among brides to be. However, the key is to choose the one that matches your personal style, as well as your dress.

This leaves tiara is versatile, romantic, with a delicate shine. You can wear it at the top of your head, at the back, and in combination with braids.

Messy at the Side

Messy at the Side

While some brides tend to make their hair look flawlessly on their big day, others opt for a messier look. If your hair is dyed in balayage technique – even better. It will appear gorgeous with all those hues.

Romantic and Delicate

Romantic and Delicate

Long hair gives you many options for great hairstyles. From chignons to ponytails – everything looks great on medium and longer hair. However, if you opt for something like this, we can guarantee you will look romantic and so delicate.

Twisted and Braided Chignon

Twisted and Braided Chignon

Twisted hair mixed with braids can only make you look fabulous. It is romantic and bold at the same time. White flowers will only enhance the beauty of this bridal hairstyle.

Waterfall Braid

Waterfall Braid

Waterfall braids make your hair flawless. The rest of your hair should be curled, or straight, depending on which style you want to get. Curls are usually better for summer bohemian weddings. You can also add fresh flowers.

Elegant and Braided Hair

Elegant and Braided Hair
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If you choose open back satin or tulle dress, then you need this kind of hairstyle to complete the look. Low chignon that is twisted and braided will match with elegant dresses, diamond earrings, or long necklaces.

Loose Braid Across the Head

Loose Braid Across the Head
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Not all braids should be tight. You can make a massive but loose braid to frame your face and make you feel like a Goddess. With these kinds of hairstyles, you won’t need any hair accessories. Only neutral makeup and lipstick make a statement.

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