The boho aesthetic is a soft and dreamy meets beachy look, perfect for all of us gals looking for effortless elegance. And nothing brings that style to life like a braid. Fishtail braids, french braids, and more, all help elevate our hair with that beloved boho flavor.
If you’re blessed with long hair, there’s a breezy, beachy, beautiful boho braid for every look, every occasion, and every hairstyle. Get inspired with these 23 boho braid ideas for long hair.
#1: Loose Fishtail Crown Braid
Be the festival queen with a loose fishtail crown braid. This quintessential boho braid is a lot easier to do than it looks and can be loosened for that perfectly undone look. Add some flowers to take those hippy vibes to the next level!
#2: Double Dutch Side Braids
Get that warrior woman kind of vibe with double-dutch side braids. These braids are woven under instead of over (like French braids), resulting in a different pattern. Plus, they’re situated on the side of your hair, almost looking like a large Viking-inspired braid, above your ears.
#3: Bohemian Waterfall Braid
If you want to feel like a fairytale princess, a bohemian waterfall braid is the way to do it! This braid cascades down your hair while continuing to then across, looking like it’s embedded into your hair. It’s the perfect braid to level up your waves or even straight hair!
#4: Messy Pull-Through Braid
Looking for the ultimate undone look? You need a messy pull-through braid! This quick and easy braid is perfect for giving those “too cool to care” vibes, while still giving maximum style points!
#5: French Braid with Loose Waves
Keep things classic, and go with a French braid with loose waves. This perfect pairing of a French braid and loose waves is the best boho-inspired look you can imagine, with braids that weave into loose wavy ends.
#6: Rope Braid Headband
Need something simple to keep your hair back? Go for a rope-braid headband! This sweet and simple addition can level up any hairstyle! Just twist, wrap over your head, and pin!
#7: Braided Half-Up Crown
If there’s anything more regal-looking than a crown, it’s a braided half-up crown! This braid instantly brings princess vibes to any hairstyle, but especially curls and waves. No wonder brides and boho babes are obsessed!
#8: Side-Swept Dutch Braid
Want something more sophisticated? Try a side-swept Dutch braid. This revered braiding technique is perfect for a more intricate-looking braid without the effort. You can even pancake it, and pull out some loose strands to make it even more boho-inspired.
#9: Boho Box Braids
Nothing says boho like box braids. That’s the culture that brought the beloved boho aesthetic to the world. And you can pay that traditional look some head-turning homage with small, intricate box braids!
#10: Twisted Rope Side Braid
Need a quick hairstyle with serious mermaid vibes? Try a twisted rope side braid. This braid takes seconds, but always keeps things looking beachy and beautiful. And you’ll have some bouncy waves when you take it out!
#11: Halo Braid with Baby’s Breath
Boho brides! This one’s for you! The halo braid with baby’s breath is a top-tier hair trend for weddings and special events. And once you’ve seen your hair in this woven halo braid and delicate baby’s breath blooms, you wo’t need to wonder why!
#12: Macrame-Style Braids
Macrame is having a moment in the home decor world, and now, it’s made its way to hair. This boho braid is meticulous, intricate, and complex, perfect for a hairstyle made to steal the show!
#13: Four-Strand Braid Crown
Regal, refined, radiant–that’s how we describe a four-strand braided brown. While it may only be one additional section, this braid has a much more intricate look, creating the ultimate sophisticated take on a boho updo.
#14: Dutch Flower Braid
If you want that Disney princess vibe, look no further than a Dutch flower braid. This style may take some work, but the intricacy and creative designs will definitely make you the belle of the ball!
#15: Bubble Braid with Ribbons
The bubble braid with ribbons is very cutesy, very demure. It’s a playful, girly accent that takes seconds, but really pops!
#16: Mermaid Side Braid
If you’re into those seaside siren vibes, you need to try a mermaid side braid! This fish scale-inspired braid flows down to the side, before bursting out into waves, giving the the ultimate underwater goddess energy.
#17: Infinity Braid Crown
Another boho-bridal favorite, the infinity braid crown brings all that luxury meets beachy style, with complex braids that wrap around your head, criss-crossing for a never-ending effect.
#18: Ladder Braid
Elevate your hairstyle with a lovely ladder braid. This intricate braid is an iconic addition to any hairstyle, with the uniqueness instantly grabbing attention, and raising the style stakes wherever you go.
#19: French Braid Pigtails
If you’re looking for something more youthful and playful, you need to try french braid pigtails. This go-to beach look is perfect for giving those “summer days” kind of vibes, and when you take them out, you’ll have some fab waves!
#20: Loose Milkmaid Braids
If you want that old-fashioned type of glow, go for loose milkmaid braids. This wraparound braid is the perfect boho-updo for a dinner by the beach, attending a beach wedding, or just because!
#21: Twisted Rope Crown
For something a little more refined, you need a twisted rope crown. This complex crown braid wraps around your head and gives all those beachy queen vibes.
#22: Feather Braid
Go light and airy by adding a feather braid to your hairstyle! This angled braid had pulled pieces to emulate a feather, perfect for boho-western gals or festival fabulosas!
#23: Dutch Fishtail Braid
Get the best of both worlds with a Dutch fishtail braid! Simply combine the Dutch braiding technique of weaving under, but use the fishtail braiding technique instead. Trust us when we say that once you’ve tried this stunning boho braid, you’ll never go back!
#24: Boho-Braided Ponytail
A boho-braided ponytail is another perfect way to bring the real boho tradition to life. Simply braid your hair in small directions, and gather up into a ponytail. You can even add some accessories to spice it up!
#25: Celtic Knot Braid
If you love that warrior queen look, you’ve got to try the Celtic knot braid. This intricate and overlapping style creates a knot-like pattern that gives instant shieldmaiden vibes.