When you think about a hairstyle that is trending, what do you think of? If your answer was “braids,” then we have the perfect solution for you. In this blog post, we will be teaching how to add stitch braids to your mood board. Not only are these braided hairstyles super trendy right now, but they also require less maintenance than other popular styles like bantu knots or box braids. We’ll show you 6 reasons why every good hair mood board needs stitch braid inspiration!
1. They are great for transitioning to natural hair
If you’re thinking about going full throttle with the big chop, then this is a hairstyle that will help ease your transition. You can also do them on short relaxed or pressed hair and rock it like Kim Kardashian! The good thing about these braids is that they don’t require much manipulation (if any at all). So if you’re someone who likes to wear protective styles but hates spending hours in front of the mirror before bedtime, stitch braids are perfect for you.
2. You can rock them wish straight or curly hair
This is one of the most versatile styles out there. With its sleek, long-lasting appearance and lack of manipulation, you will be able to transform your look effortlessly based on how you style it – wavy vs. smooth vs. bone-straight!
3. They are low maintenance
With bantu knots, box braids and other protective styles, it can take you hours to get them done. But with stitch braids, the process is relatively quick! When working these into your hair routine don’t forget that this style has a short life span so doing them every two weeks or less would be ideal if you want to keep up the same look over time. However, because they only last about three days before looking flat (depending on how thick your hair is), then it gives you more than enough time between installs – especially considering there’s no manipulation involved in styling!
So what are some of our favorite ways to wear stitch braids? We love wearing them out while protecting our edges, or adding them to our hair routine when we’re feeling like doing something extra special. And because they are so easy, it’s not hard to incorporate them into your weekly beauty regimen!
4. They are the perfect protective style
If you’re someone who is all about protecting their edges or taming frizz, then this is a great addition to your hair routine. If you have multiple textures in your head of hair (like some parts being super curly and others bone straight), but still want them styled on point simultaneously – stitch braids are for you!
The best part about these trendy braid styles? You don’t need to use heat tools or chemicals to achieve it either. Because they will be hidden underneath your actual hair. Since most women love wearing them out, if done correctly these looks could last up to three weeks depending on how much manipulation they receive from styling products.
One thing that we recommend when doing any type of protective style is finding a product that will help make the process easier. For example, if you have curly hair then using products with hold to keep them stretched during installation would be ideal.
5. They give you an instant ‘do-over’
There’s nothing worse than having a bad hair day and not being able to do anything about it. When your edges aren’t laid or if your ponytail looks like a rats nest. Then after wearing stitch braids for just one week you’ll have the perfect style that will save any disaster!
If you’re someone who likes to switch up their look often. But still want something protective, this is definitely the answer. If you feel like doing updos during the work week (or even on weekends). These styles can be easily manipulated into looking more formal with little effort. Also since they are low manipulation, once installed no further styling should be required until removing them. Which we don’t recommend, but there’s no harm in giving them a quick touch-up.
Stitch Braids are the perfect protective style to add to your hair routine. Because they can be worn with or without heat tools (if you choose not too). And if done correctly this look should last up to three weeks!
The best part about these trendy braid styles? You don’t need to use heat tools or chemicals in order for it to hold either. Because they will be hidden underneath your actual hair. Since most women love wearing them out, when done correctly these looks could last up to three months depending on how much manipulation they receive from styling products. One thing that we recommend is finding something that helps make installation easier – especially if you have curly hair.
6. Because they don’t take long to install
Another reason why we love stitch braids is because the process is actually pretty quick! When working these into your hair routine don’t forget that this style has a short life span so doing them every two weeks or less would be ideal if you want to keep up the same look over time. However, since they only last about three days before looking flat (depending on how thick your hair is), then it gives you more than enough time between installs – especially considering there’s no manipulation involved in styling.
Conclusion:
I hope this article has helped you see some of the advantages to adding stitch braids to your mood board. If you’re ready to take things a step further, don’t hesitate to contact me. For more information about booking an appointment with one of my stylists or viewing our gallery online!