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Similar to their popular sister style box braids, feed-in braids are quickly taking over your IG feed as everyone's preferred protective style. This styling method earned it’s moniker due to the method of “feeding-in” pieces of hair to the main braid to gradually grow in size—all while maintaining a more natural look at the hairline (especially when using synthetic braiding hair). Another pro? Since your braid size gradually scales, it protects your edges from excessive tension from too heavy extensions. Here are 15 styles worthy of showing your stylist or trying them out yourself.
Advertisement – Continue Reading Below 1 Curve Appeal
Switch-up your traditional straight-backs for a more dramatic side-swept look, paired with super laid baby hairs.
2 Middle Ground
This multi-layered look comes together with an unexpected middle braid perfectly accented with a silver ring.
3 Girl with the Pearl Headband
Add a touch of formalness to your feed-in braids by reaching for a regal headband, like this pearl one seen on Gabrielle Union.
4 No Direction, All Details
RihRih can do no wrong, which is why her zig zag braids so work well— especially if you can’t decide on a specific style.
5 Start Small
Get into the details people! These intricate stitch braids can be achieved both on natural hair or with extensions as needed.
6 Rainbow Bright
Think outside the box and reach for colorful braiding hair. Due to the technique, feed-in braids can blend in colors much better than traditional cornrows.
7 Pony with a Twist
Start off with feed-in braids and end with a twist? Why not. This style is a whole MOOD, ok?!
8 Mo' Betta Blues
Here’s a hack: if you aren’t in the mood to sit in the braiding salon for a bit, opt for a wig instead. Surprisingly, Megan Thee Stallion’s icy blue braids look pretty natural.
9 Beaded Beauty
Even though feed-in braids are stunning on their own, adding touches like beads truly make this look P-O-P.
10 Hint of Pink
Wear your crown queen! Loving this look for our next tropical beach getaway.
11 Talking Textures
Blend together various types of hair and braids for a show-stopping finish. Also, we see that killer highlight sis!
12 Pony of Your Dreams
Decisions, decisions…guess what? With this creative ponytail you can do it all —and look great doing it.
13 Seeing Double
The braiding skills are damn near impeccable here. So nice, we had to show it twice.
14 Baby, Your A Star!
C'mon talent! Between the super clean technique, bun details, and oh, a whole a** star…you'll 100% be the talk of the town.
15 Pattern Play
Started from the middle now we here! This clean look is sleek AF and summer-approved.
Janell M. Hickman Janell M Hickman is a writer and editor based in New York. Advertisement – Continue Reading Below Why Armie Hammer, Why? 14 Best Hair Growth Oils to Try in Self-Isolation Advertisement – Continue Reading Below Understanding Your Low Porosity Hair 18 Hair Masks For Some Hair TLC The 8 Best At-Home Hair Color Kits The Best Hair Ties According to Restaurant Workers 18 Short Natural Hairstyles to Try Right Now What's Your Hair Porosity? The 18 Best Organic Shampoos for Any Hair Type Everything You Need to Know About Passion Twists
