60 Breezy Crown Braid Hairstyles For Summer

Sometimes pulling your hair up is a necessity – especially if you want to enjoy the sunshine during hot months. What hairstyle to choose in such cases? Crown braids are the answer. The great weather may have you sweating (or shall we say glistening), but this great hairstyle will cool you off! It adds statement texture to your updo that is seen from every side. You may opt for a neat, tight braid or go for a chunky and messy fishtail. Both updos and half-up styles look stunning with headband braids.

1. High Braided Crown

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Instead of wrapping around just above your hairline like it typically does, this one is positioned higher up on your head. It’s sort of a mix between an elaborate bun and a crown braid. It’s created the same way, just braided closer to the crown.

2. Half-Up Chunky Fishtail Crown

Here’s a unique take on the trend for those of you who enjoy trying new things. If you’re already bored with the basic braid, try this half-up, half-down style with the braid wrapping around the crown of your head. This one’s totally festival chic!

Get the tutorial from Confessions of a Hairstylist!

3. Crown and Side Braid

Imagine a crown braid but with the end that is not pinned to the side, and you’ll get this fresh and sleek style! This fun look can be worn just about anywhere. It’ll hold your hair back in the heat and give you magnificent waves on second-day hair!

Get the tutorial from Bobby Glam!

4. Princess Crown Braid

This hairstyle creates the appearance of a literal crown with its loopy, lacy plaiting technique. The braid is styled high on the head for a distinctive updo with the aura of royalty.

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5. Delicate Maiden Headband Braid

If you happen to be craving something a little different, try out this version! This version has the charm of rustic beauty. The fringe adds the perfect amount of nonchalance to this look and softens the facial features to combat the hardness of the updo.

Get the tutorial from Freckled Fox!

6. Medium Half-Up Crown Braid

This half-up braided look is perfect for any casual occasion! You can wear this out with your friends on a Saturday night or to a raging concert that lasts until morning. Either way, it’ll hold up and keep your hair in place. Hint: this one looks especially flattering on long bobs.

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7. Quadruple Braid Crown

This hairdo utilizes a few small braids to create the beauty you see here. Just divide up your hair into four sections. Split the back into halves, and the front mostly to the left. Braid the sections and then fold them over each other until you have your picture-perfect look.

Get the tutorial from Blushing Basics!

8. Wrapped Fishtail Updo

The longer your hair is, the easier this style will be. Part your hair in the middle and make two fishtail braids, one on each side. Bring the braids up and wrap them around your head, pinning them into place. That’s all it takes – quick, simple, and surprisingly intricate!

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9. Loose French Braid Headband

Sometimes your hair needs a little jewelry, too. In this adorable look, the braid is given a little extra flair with some trendy bobby pins. You can get the same effect by using clips, wearing a headband, or even tucking flowers into your braid.

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10. Dutch Fishtail Braid

This one is a bit more complex than the original fishtail braid, but it’s well worth the extra effort to get such a beautiful and authentic style. It’s like a normal crown braid hairstyle, except you Fishtail the braid around the head instead of French braiding. Mixing up that one little variable changes the whole look into something new and enchanting!

Get the tutorial from Missy Sue!

11. Lace Braids with Flowers

What about a crown that isn’t just made with braids, but with flowers too? Sounds too good to be true? You can look like a majestic summer nymph by trying this fancy look out for yourself. The easiest way to pull it off is to buy a flower headband you can braid into your hair.

Get the tutorial from Missy Sue!

12. Two-Toned Headband Braid

This one’s the real deal! If you want to learn how to braid around the crown of your head instead of trying out one of the useful cheats, this technique involves French braiding the hair all the way along the hairline. Simply pin up the leftover end of the braid so it wraps around your head to complete the crown.

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13. Faux Braided Crown

The building of this hairstyle might leave you looking like Pippi Longstocking, but don’t worry! It’s only for a brief moment. If done right, the four miniature braids you’ll create around your head will fold over to compose a flawless updo for summer nights spent with your pals.

Get the tutorial from Hair Romance!

14. Headband Braid and Dip Dye

This half-up style starts off just like a usual headband braid would, but you’re not going to follow it through. You begin by parting your hair to the side and French braiding along your hairline, but stop when you reach above your ear. From there, you’ll braid it down and then pin it back. Simple as that!

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15. Boho Braid Headband

This bohemian take is not for the light of heart – or the clumsy of hand, for that matter. The complex instructions behind this style demand someone with the patience to braid in a full circle around your head. If you’re not good at braiding yet, try one of the easier faux crowns.

Get the tutorial from Little Miss Momma!

16. Messy Braided Halo

Hairstyles for second-day locks are known for being messy in a cute and fun way. In this look, you’ll get all the composure of an updo with all the last-minute easiness of a second-day style. It’s just two messy braids pinned in all the right places.

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17. Loopy Braid with Clips

This is the sort of look you could wear to a wedding if you are a bridesmaid. It’s unique enough to feel special without upstaging the bride. The flower accessories are a nice touch, and so are the softly curled ends.

Get the tutorial from Lilith Moon!

18. Chunky Swedish Headband Braid

Updos are the trick to maintaining adorable hair during extremely humid weather. Don’t fight with Mother Nature by using sprays and products that try to lock the moisture out of your strands. Your hair actually loves (and most likely needs) the moisture! Give in and tie it up.

Get the tutorial from Stylishlyme!

19. Six Braid Hairstyle

One braid just isn’t enough! The four-braid look gives a suitable style, but for ladies out there with thin tresses, six braids will make your hair appear thicker in an updo. Six braids (three on each side) are twisted and pinned around your head to create the crown.

Get the tutorial from Pearls And Scissors!

20. Updo with Messy Headband Braid

To create volume, this style pulls the top part of the hair back and pins it up. This one has relatively small braids, making it one of the few styles on this list where the braids don’t demand full attention. This look is a bit more low-key, so it’s great for casual outings.

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21. Flat Fishtail Crown Braid

Crown braid styles look romantic and lovely, especially when you incorporate a more intricate braid style like a fishtail. Much easier than it looks, this braid should be secured in the back with a hairpin, allowing the rest of your mane to flow freely.

@missysueblog

22. Greek Goddess Style

A crown braid doesn’t follow any specific pattern or protocol – sometimes it can be as simple as a few braids of different thicknesses wrapped around the back of the head. Secure at the nape of the neck and beneath the opposing ear, and allow some loose tendrils to soften the final look.

@hairandmakeupbysteph

23. Chunky Braid Wreath

Starting at the very top of the head and braiding down, up, and over to the other side of the top, this chunky braid is the perfect style to try on yourself. You will need patience, a lot of hairpins, and a strong spray to hold this one in place.

@nicoledrege

24. Braided Updo with Flowers

For a truly romantic style, work some flowers into your crown. Pair them with a long side fishtail or any other braid variation. Small, delicate flowers in tender hues look best with lacy braids and lace dresses.

@braidsbyjordan

25. Half-Up Braid for Ombre Hair

Work a chunky braid into a half-up style, and show off your creative color. Ombre hair is when the darker, more natural roots fade into a lighter, brighter shade. Wavy strands of a sophisticated color, combined with braided styles, always look feminine and fun.

@emmachenartistry

26. Chunky Crown Updo

Braid hair and pin it up, completely off the neck, with a thick jumbo braid. Half-up hair is lovely, but when it comes to warmer days, a full updo that is fully secured by a braid is preferred by many. So, save this simple idea for the spring and summer months.

@hair_by_pelerossi

27. Tendril Crown

For a messy take on the crown plait updo, allow a generous amount of tendrils to cascade down from under the braid. Try this on just one side of the head, and you’ll appreciate the softening that comes to your final style.

@chitabeseau

28. Crown with Decorative Herbs

A fully wrapped braid around the head is whimsical and fun to wear. Either a French or Dutch braid will work perfectly, but you can also go with a fishtail. Fan out the braid to make it lacier and chunkier, and add some baby’s breath or fresh leaves for a fancier occasion.

@prettyhairstyleess

29. Turban Updo

Finger-combing and braiding your hair into chunky French plaits results in a sort of cute turban crown that is modern and yet still feminine. Leave some under layers flowing freely, or work them into the braid for a more pulled-together style.

@sunkissedandmadeup

30. Ponytail Crown

There’s a lot going on here, but the elements this sophisticated hairstyle involves are pretty simple – a braid, a bouffant, and a wrapped ponytail. The key is to perform each of them aptly. Braid around the head and secure in place with a hairpin. Make a small bouffant, backcombing the hair behind the braid, and add a pony that sits right at the crown. If you wish, wrap a medium section of hair around the ponytail base to conceal the elastic.

@braidstudio

31. Straight Hair with Braided Crown

A crown braid is beautiful in all its variations, but it looks exceptionally stunning on very long and straight hair. Play with different styles after straightening your strands.

@alliedoeshair

32. Simple Wrapped Braid Updo

If you have long hair, styling a casual crown braid updo is very easy. Pull your strands back for a low braid and make a simple three-strand plait. Wrap around the head and secure with hairpins, abstaining from any sort of setting spray if you want a wispy, romantic look.

@sunkissedandmadeup

33. Beach Wave Braid

A half-up crown can be achieved by simply wrapping a braid of the desired kind and thickness around the head in the position you wish. If your hair is naturally wavy, braid wet hair and then allow it to air dry. When the hair is still slightly damp, add a curl-boosting gel to the loose sections.

@braids_in_action

34. Sleek All-Around Braid

Using a deep side part, brush your hair and work it into a braid secured around the head, thanks to the strands picked up from the hair on either side of the parting. Starting to grow out roots? Don’t worry – the cool spiral effect of this crown style will turn them into a work of art.

@shelleygregoryhair

35. Pulled Back Crown

Curly hair gets fancy with this gathered style that works a braided section into a pile of ringlets and tendrils that naturally draw the eye. A hair goal for any special event in your life!

@signaturebrides.design

36. Double Braided Half-Updo

For an elevated style that also shows off your length, brush hair straight back, backcomb the top section for a bouffant, and braid two plaits on either side. Wrap the braids around the back of your head, bringing the end of each braid to the opposite side and pinning in place to get the double half crown.

@laurenhendleyhair

37. Thick Loose Updo

If you aren’t quite sure how to braid a crown, consider going to a professional. The benefit of hiring someone is evident – you can experience more intricate, edgy styles, including volumized updos and braids that won’t quit.

@ulyana.aster

38. Jeweled Crown

A thick braided updo is beautiful and appropriate for a formal event. Add a jeweled clip or a string of sparkling beads to the finished coif, working its ends underneath the braid and letting it curve along.

@hairandmakeupbysteph

39. Twisted Crown

If you don’t like the way your hair is kinked by braids, or they just present a challenge to you, go with a casual twisted crown instead. This is both easy to style and perfect for any event.

@signaturebrides.design

40. Wrapped Updo for Natural Hair

A classic look with a modern twist? Sign us in! Braid both sides of your hair into tight braids. Wrap them in opposing directions and secure them at the top of the head. Leaving two very thin sections out in front of the ears, braid these into tiny plaits on each side and add some beads or jewels as a finishing touch.

@kersti.pitre

41. Messy Floral Crown Braid

This cool crown braid hairstyle sets itself apart from the rest thanks to its pointedly messy style and delicate rose buds, used as hair accessories. To begin, two crown plaits are loosely braided, and then some tiny individual strands are pulled from the braided crown to create the messy look. Finally, medium-sized flowers are placed here and there for a lovely finishing touch.

@kuthaus_claremont

42. Chunky Braid and Bouffant

If you’d like a little drama with your hairstyle, then perhaps this heavily teased version is a good idea for you to try. In this case, the chunky plait doesn’t go all the way around the head. Instead, it swirls in the back to form a sort of braided chignon. The teased crown is the tallest point of this look, and it is perfectly smoothed with just the right height. The final touch is a few tendrils that escape the sides to frame the face.

@allieliliokalani

43. Two-Tone Crown Braid Updo

Sometimes the best way to personalize a braided look is to simply opt for a unique hair color. Here, you have braided hair that goes all around the head to form a beautiful crown. However, the most striking part of this hairstyle is its lovely two-tone color. You can use an attached braid to achieve this effect or complete this style on ombre hair.

@marthamaestyle

44. Half-Up, Half-Down Sculptural Crown

On those days when you simply can’t decide whether to wear your hair up or down, perhaps this easy braided style will serve as inspiration. Featuring a back section that is worn down and finished with loose curls, the focus of this style is still the chic, expertly-modeled half-up crown. The braids meet at the back, where the end of one braid is swirled and pinned as a flower.

@hair_by_christina

45. Thick Headband Braid

A stylish alternative to the classic bun, this quick and easy braided look is suitable for a variety of hair types. Here, you have a tightly braided crown style that begins at the side and goes around the head along the hairline, dropping cute thin flyaways on its way.

@kelseykaplanfashion

46. Lacy Partial Crown Braid

If being picture-perfect is what you want from your braided hairstyle, then look no further, because this pretty half-updo definitely fits the bill. The partial braided crown goes perfectly around the head, while the remainder of the hair is filled with loose beach waves. This look is ideal for a host of occasions, including a date night, girls’ night out, or casual weekend outing.

@salonsdirect

47. Double Messy Crown Braid

When you see styles like this, you wonder how to do them on your own. Well, this style may take a little longer than others, but that doesn’t mean that the average person couldn’t recreate it. There are two braids to this look, one is a rather thick and wide French braid, while the other is a thinner, tighter braided fishtail. If you want to keep those long face-framing pieces on one side of your updo, section them out before you begin to braid.

@marinamcavoy

48. Funky Multi-Colored Crown Braid

For all of you who love to experiment with shape and color, these funky braids are absolutely perfect. Let’s start with the star of the show, which is the bold multi-colored hue that contains pastel pink, green, and yellow, toning the blonde hair like watercolors. The actual crown is braided loosely to go around the head and ends in a fun burst of wispy ends.

@sarahpotempa

49. Updo with Face-Framing Tendrils

Neat, pretty, and polished are the best ways to describe this cool updo. The braided crown is perfectly formed and wrapped around the head, while the front tendrils, caressing the face on each side, add a touch of romance to the look.

@mocitykatie

50. Full Circle French Braid

If attention is what you want, then wearing an eye-catching, pink crown braid hairdo is definitely the way to do it. This hairstyle is cool, fun, fearless, and pretty easy to achieve once you get your hair dyed pink. It will certainly work with any other hair color, but if you want a funky look, get on the pastel hair trend and style a simple French braid that goes precisely around the head.

@modernsalon

51. Blonde Half-Up Crown Braid

Sleek, polished, and all-around flattering braided style, this one is almost too pretty to be real. If you’re wondering how to make these braids your own, all you have to do is section your hair off in a half-up, half-down style, and the rest is pretty easy. Create two medium-sized braids and connect them at the back of your head to create a crown. The rest of the hair is worn down and straight, with just a hint of wave for texture.

@mollys_musings

52. Four-Strand Crown Braid with Highlights

This coif is ideal for those of you who have thick hair and are desperately looking for a modern updo that flatters your hair type. You can create this look in one of two ways: either create one large four-strand braid to form your crown or opt for two medium-sized ones and braid them close to each other.

@another_braid

53. Thick Gray Crown Braid

This style is simpler to create than it appears. It starts with a simple three-strand braid that starts at your nape and goes down your back. Wrap it around your head and pin it in place, covering the hairline and the top of your ears. You need long hair for this style or an attached braid.

@kellgrace

54. Crown Braid with Decorative Pins

Both Dutch braids and French braids can be used for this style. To spice things up, this updo features a unique part in the middle of the head and is finished off with decorative hair pins for a touch of sparkle.

@karissashairhut

55. Thick Natural Crown Braid

Embrace your natural hair texture and rock this stunning look. The extremely thick, braided crown elegantly wraps around the head, revealing the smoothed-out edges.

@inyaco

56. Crown Twist Updo

One of the most important things about wearing a crown hairstyle is to make it your own, and this version certainly does that. Since the hair here is naturally curly, the task is to create a crown that works best with the given hair texture. A flat twist is a great idea, but a fishtail and a Dutch braid would work here, too.

@american_salon

57. Intricate Crown Braid with Flyaways

This braided crown combines a French braid that goes traditionally around the head and a flat twist braided from the centre of the forehead toward the nape, where it suddenly curves and joins the crown braid. The result is, definitely, a conversation-starter!

@sarahpotempa

58. Boho Half-Up Crown Braid

This partial braided crown with two thick braids bears a deliberately undone feel, thanks to the loose waves and messily braided crown. Ombre highlights raise its style score and make it a bit more dramatic.

@modernsalon

59. Crown Braid with Bun

Take your crown hairstyle to a new level by combining it with another popular style – a messy bun. Here, you have a high bun that is surrounded by a braided crown. These two are a perfect couple!

@braidsbyjordan

60. Reddish Brown Crown Braid

A nice way to play up your new tri-color hair color would be to try out this braided look featuring a gorgeous crown. The side view shows how aptly the braid wraps around the head, getting thinner and resolving somewhere near the crown.

@american_salon

There are tutorials for a stylist of every level, from a beginner to a professional. Don’t hesitate to try a crown braid yourself this season!