Braids: The Ultimate Expression of Your Style

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Giannis – HairMania Greece Owner & Founder of HairMaker.Gr

I’m Giannis, a professional hairstylist specializing in hairstyling and founder of HairMaker.Gr and the salon HairMania Greece.

In this article, I’m sharing braid and hairstyle ideas that we use every day on real clients at our salon. Each suggestion is based on tested tips, trends, and personal styling experience.

If you have questions, need help, or want to share your favorite look with us, drop us a message at info@hairmaker.gr or find us on Instagram. ✨

Hair is the ultimate expression of style – and we’re here to enhance it with the widest range of products in the Greek market.

✨ Braids & Style: Play with Your Hair

Braids are one of the most creative and versatile ways to express your personal style. Whether you want a bold look or a romantic vibe, braids offer endless possibilities. Their beauty lies in their adaptability — perfect for casual outings, formal occasions, and everything in between.

A Culturally Rich Heritage

Braids aren’t just a trend — they’re a timeless tradition rooted in cultures around the world. From African cornrows to Greek fishtails and Scandinavian warrior braids, this styling has symbolized beauty, strength, and community for centuries.

The Modern Braid Fusion

  • Tight braids on top for grip and structure
  • Thick side braids that hug the head
  • Loose braids at the nape for movement and softness

This combination creates a look full of artistry, balance, and personality.

✔️ Why Braids Are Worth Choosing

  • ✔️ Protective Hairstyle: Reduces breakage and retains moisture
  • ✔️ Less Heat Required: No frequent styling tools needed
  • ✔️ Natural Flexibility: Can be worn up or down
  • ✔️ Texture Bonus: Undo them for natural waves the next day

Easy Styling Ideas for Every Mood

  • Festival Look: Tiny braids with cords, beads, or color
  • Regal Shine: Crown-style braids with bold makeup
  • Office: Boxer braids or a braided bun
  • Street Style: Loose boho braids with denim and leather accessories

✂️ Add Accessories & Elevate Your Look

  • Metal rings
  • Pearl pins
  • Mini scrunchies
  • Dried or fresh flowers
  • Velvet ribbons or threads

❤️ One Look – Endless Possibilities

Braids suit every age, hair length, and style. Whether you're going to school, work, a wedding, or the beach — they can be adapted instantly. They are timeless, trendy, and constantly evolving with fashion.

Tip from the HairMania Greece hairstylists:
Detangle and prep your hair before braiding with leave-in conditioner or styling cream. This prevents breakage and gives a more polished, long-lasting result.
Double Ponytails: Nostalgia with a Bold Twist

Remember the playful pigtails from childhood? They’re back — with a daring update! The modern version is grown-up, stylish, and makes a statement. Think tight braids running along the head, framing the face and accentuating the cheekbones. Perfect for festivals, casual outings, or whenever you want to add youthful charm to your look. Pair them with glitter, bold eyeliner, or scrunchies for a Y2K aesthetic.

Why They Suit Everyone

Double ponytails flatter many face shapes. They balance the face’s outline and highlight cheekbones — especially when parted in the middle or side. You can wear them high for a playful look or low and loose for a romantic vibe.

✔️ Alternative Styling Ideas

  • ✔️ Sleek high doubles for a streetwear vibe
  • ✔️ Loose braids for a school-style vintage look
  • ✔️ Wavy with tendrils for movement & softness
  • ✔️ Combine with ribbons, barrettes, or glittery threads

When to Choose Them

Double ponytails are perfect for summer festivals, dance events, or relaxed weekends. They pair beautifully with oversized hoodies, crop tops, or retro sunglasses for a total… pop star effect!

Tip:
Use dry shampoo at the roots before parting and braiding — it adds grip and staying power.
Low Ponytail: Elegant Simplicity

If your hair has the length, the low ponytail is a must-try. This sleek style radiates calm confidence and timeless elegance. Ideal for the office, a date, or a minimalist fashion look. It can be worn smooth and shiny or with soft wavy ends and a middle part for a more romantic touch. Add a satin ribbon or metallic clip to instantly turn a basic ponytail into a Pinterest-ready hairstyle. Simplicity, when done right, speaks for itself.

Why It Flatters

The low ponytail highlights the neck and brings out facial features. It’s also gentle on the scalp and suits all hair types — whether thick, fine, curly, or straight, this style adapts effortlessly.

✔️ Ideas to Elevate It

  • ✔️ Sleek styling with gel for a runway aesthetic
  • ✔️ Wrap a strand of hair around the elastic for a clean finish
  • ✔️ Add texture with curls at the ends or lift the crown
  • ✔️ Accessorize with decorative clips or minimalist metallic pieces

When to Choose It

This look fits any mood — professional, romantic, casual, or formal. Pair it with bold earrings or a blazer for an instant upgrade. Whether it’s a quick solution or your signature style, the low ponytail is always reliable.

Tip from the experienced HairMania Greece team:
To keep it sleek all day, brush your hair with a natural bristle brush and apply a bit of serum to the ends for shine.
Personal Experience from our salon:
During a bridal photoshoot, we tried low braids with flowers, and they held up for over 6 hours using mist-style hairspray. They’re ideal for brides seeking natural movement.
✂️ Fluffy Bangs: The Volume Booster

Fluffy bangs are the ultimate way to add volume, softness, and an effortlessly cool vibe to your hairstyle. Lightly layered and full of texture, they work well with wavy, straight, or curly hair and create movement around the face.

What Makes Them Special

Unlike blunt or curtain bangs, fluffy bangs are lighter and easier to maintain. They fall softly across the forehead, accentuating the eyes and softening angular facial features. They’re especially flattering on oval, heart-shaped, and round faces.

✔️ Styling Tips

  • ✔️ Blow-dry them with a round brush to create a curve
  • ✔️ Use dry shampoo at the roots for volume
  • ✔️ Let them blend into layered sides for a smoother look
  • ✔️ Avoid heavy styling creams — they’ll weigh them down

Styles for Any Mood

Pair them with beachy waves for a laid-back weekend look or sweep them to the side with a bun for a romantic vibe. They match beautifully with short bobs or long layered cuts.

Tip:
Keep a mini straightener nearby — it’s perfect for touch-ups and shaping your fluffy bangs between washes.
✨ 90s Old School: Vintage is the New Cool

From iconic blowouts and chunky highlights to claw clips, the 90s are making a bold comeback. These throwback hairstyles are nostalgic, fun, and incredibly versatile when paired with modern fashion. Add a bit of attitude and you've got a look that lasts all day.

Why They Still Work Today

These styles are timeless because they’re built on strong foundations — root volume, defined parts, and signature accessories. They hold up for hours with minimal effort and always turn heads.

✔️ Iconic Styles to Try

  • ✨ Flipped-out ends with a middle part
  • ✨ High ponytail with scrunchie and face-framing tendrils
  • ✨ Voluminous blowout with strong hold and mousse
  • ✨ Wavy or crimped sections for a retro twist

Accessories that Complete the Look

To fully embrace the 90s vibe, don’t forget the claw clips, zig-zag headbands, and shiny lip gloss. Pair your hairstyle with crop tops, chokers, and mom jeans for the ultimate throwback finish.

Tip from the HairMania Greece team:
Use mousse before blow-drying and finish with a blast of cold air to set the style in place.

Which Hairstyle Matches Your Face Shape?

  • ✔️ Oval: All styles work — try voluminous braids or a pixie cut.
  • ✔️ Round: Fluffy bangs and high updos add height.
  • ✔️ Square: Loose curls and asymmetrical fringes soften the outline.
  • ✔️ Oblong: Side-volume styles like double ponytails.
  • ✔️ Heart: Curtain bangs & low nape braids.
  • ✔️ Diamond: Ponytails with fringes or boho braids.

We consulted professional hairstylists to ensure the accuracy of the information in this article. All techniques are based on real practices from HairMania Greece salon.

✂️ Pixie Cut: Bold & Beautiful

The pixie cut is a timeless, low-maintenance style that radiates confidence and elegance. It enhances facial features, makes the eyes pop, and accentuates the jawline like no other haircut. It’s bold, liberating, and powerfully dynamic.

Who It Flatters

This style works especially well on oval, heart-shaped, and square faces. Whether you go for a tousled messy look or a sleek, polished one, the pixie adapts easily to both edgy and classic aesthetics.

✔️ Styling Options

  • ✨ Messy texture with matte pomade
  • ✨ Side fringe for a modern finish
  • ✨ Slicked-back with gel for a daring style
  • ✨ Add color or highlights to take it up a notch

Why You'll Love It

Less time styling, fewer products, zero fuss. The pixie cut simplifies your mornings and instantly elevates your look – especially when paired with statement earrings or bold makeup.

Salon-tested tip:
Apply a bit of styling wax to damp hair, scrunch with your fingers, and let it air dry for a natural texture.
❤️ Simple Knot: Elegance in Seconds

When you’re unsure which hairstyle to choose, the simple knot is your answer. It’s perfect for rushed mornings, relaxed outings, or even elegant evening looks. Clean, effortless, and surprisingly chic – proving that simplicity is a form of beauty.

Great for All Hair Types

The simple knot works on curly, wavy, or straight hair. As long as you can tie it into a ponytail, you can create it. It’s especially suitable for medium to long hair lengths.

✔️ Styling Ideas

  • ✨ Low messy knot with face-framing strands for a boho vibe
  • ✨ Tight twisted knot for formal elegance
  • ✨ Half-knot for a quick day-to-night look
  • ✨ Add a scrunchie or silk scarf for extra flair

Why It Works

This fuss-free hairstyle keeps hair out of your face, holds for hours, and looks neat. It’s the everyday go-to that never fails.

Giannis’ Tip:
Use a texturizing spray before tying the knot – it adds grip, prevents slipping, and boosts volume instantly.
✨ Wavy Hair with Shine

“Beach wave” style wavy hair delivers that fresh-from-the-sea feel — with texture, softness, and volume. Loved by celebrities and everyday trendsetters alike, it fits every season and every hair length, from short lobs to long flowing curls.

Why It’s a Classic

It flatters everyone and works with most hair textures. Plus, it strikes the perfect balance between casual and stylish. Whether you’re going for a boho summer mood or a modern glossy finish, it adapts to any outfit and vibe.

✔️ How to Achieve It

  • ✔️ Use a thick-barrel curling iron or flat iron
  • ✔️ Twist your hair into buns overnight for heatless waves
  • ✔️ Apply sea salt spray to damp hair and scrunch with your hands
  • ✔️ Loosen the curls with your fingers for a natural finish

Where to Wear It

Beach waves are perfect for brunch, dates, vacations, or even weddings. Their natural vibe makes them the most versatile style on the list.

Salon-tested tip that delivers great results:
Curl your hair away from your face, alternating directions for a more dynamic and effortless effect.

✂️ This article was curated by our hairstylist, Giota, with 20+ years of experience in women’s styling and a specialty in braids.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. How long does a braided hairstyle last?
Depending on the style and hold, braids can last from 1 to 5 days. Use holding spray or dry shampoo to refresh them.
2. Are fluffy bangs suitable for curly hair?
Yes! Fluffy bangs work beautifully on curly hair too, adding movement and naturally framing the face.
3. Does the pixie cut suit a round face?
Absolutely! With a side fringe or volume at the top, a pixie cut can beautifully flatter round faces and create balance.
4. How do I keep a sleek low ponytail all day?
Use a natural bristle brush and light gel at the roots. Finish with serum on the ends and a hold spray to prevent frizz.
5. Are 90s styles suitable for everyday wear?
Definitely! Blowouts, scrunchies, and crimped hair add style without excess, especially when paired with minimal outfits.
6. What’s the best product for beachy waves?
Sea salt spray or lightweight mousse are ideal. Shape with your fingers and let air dry for a free, wavy finish.


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Giannis – Owner of HairMania Greece and Founder of HairMaker.Gr

Giannis – HairMania Greece Owner & Founder of HairMaker.Gr

Professional hairstylist with 25 years of experience in men’s & women’s grooming. Owner of HairMania Greece and founder of HairMaker.Gr.

My team and I at HairMaker.Gr create articles based on real product tests, customer experiences, and the professional knowledge we gain daily in the salon.

If you have questions or need personalized grooming advice, email us at info@hairmaker.gr and we’ll be happy to assist you personally!

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