{"id":140361,"date":"2025-07-08T18:30:00","date_gmt":"2025-07-08T16:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/?p=140361"},"modified":"2025-07-07T09:33:03","modified_gmt":"2025-07-07T07:33:03","slug":"braids-that-look-more-tired-than-trendy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/fr\/braids-that-look-more-tired-than-trendy\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Braids That Look More Tired Than Trendy &#8211; Plus 5 Styling Habits That Drag Your Whole Look Down"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>img#mv-trellis-img-1::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-1{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-2::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-2{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-3::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-3{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-4::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-4{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-5::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-5{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-6::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-6{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-7::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-7{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-8::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-8{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-9::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-9{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-10::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-10{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-11::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-11{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-12::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-12{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-13::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-13{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-14::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-14{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-15::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-15{display:block;}<\/style>\n<p>Hair trends come and go faster than I can say &lsquo;balayage,&rsquo; and trust me, as a stylist who&rsquo;s seen it all, some braids just need to retire. When clients walk in with certain styles, I mentally prepare my scissors for an intervention. Let&rsquo;s chat about which braided looks are aging your style and the habits that might be sabotaging your hair game.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. The Crispy Fishtail Braid<\/h2>\n\n            \n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/10-Braids-That-Look-More-Tired-Than-Trendy-Plus-5-Styling-Habits-That-Drag-Your-Whole-Look-Down.webp\" alt=\"The Crispy Fishtail Braid\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20300%20300'%3E%3Crect%20width='300'%20height='300'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"The Crispy Fishtail Braid\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-1\" loading=\"eager\" data-src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/10-Braids-That-Look-More-Tired-Than-Trendy-Plus-5-Styling-Habits-That-Drag-Your-Whole-Look-Down.webp\" class=\"eager-load\" data-svg=\"1\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/fr\/braids-that-look-more-tired-than-trendy\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/10-Braids-That-Look-More-Tired-Than-Trendy-Plus-5-Styling-Habits-That-Drag-Your-Whole-Look-Down.webp\" data-pin-description=\"10 Braids That Look More Tired Than Trendy &ndash; Plus 5 Styling Habits That Drag Your Whole Look Down\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stylecraze.com\/articles\/how-to-do-a-fishtail-braid\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">StyleCraze<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>Remember when fishtails were fresh? Now I see them hanging like sad, stiff ropes down clients&rsquo; backs. Too much hairspray turns these delicate plaits into something resembling dried seaweed. Loosen up that braid and use texturizing spray instead of that cement-like holding product.<\/p>\n\n\n            \n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. The Half-Hearted Crown Braid<\/h2>\n\n            \n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/The-Crispy-Fishtail-Braid.jpg\" alt=\"The Half-Hearted Crown Braid\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/The-Crispy-Fishtail-Braid.jpg\" alt=\"The Half-Hearted Crown Braid\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-2\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/fr\/braids-that-look-more-tired-than-trendy\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/The-Crispy-Fishtail-Braid.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"10 Braids That Look More Tired Than Trendy &ndash; Plus 5 Styling Habits That Drag Your Whole Look Down\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.twistmepretty.com\/twisted-crown-braid-tutorial\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Twist Me Pretty<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>Honey, if your crown braid is falling apart before lunch, why bother? I&rsquo;ve watched too many clients attempt this regal style without proper pinning or prep. The result? A droopy circle that screams &lsquo;I gave up halfway.&rsquo; Either commit to securing it properly or choose something else entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n            \n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. The Tight-As-Can-Be Cornrows<\/h2>\n\n            \n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/The-Half-Hearted-Crown-Braid.jpg\" alt=\"The Tight-As-Can-Be Cornrows\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/The-Half-Hearted-Crown-Braid.jpg\" alt=\"The Tight-As-Can-Be Cornrows\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-3\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/fr\/braids-that-look-more-tired-than-trendy\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/The-Half-Hearted-Crown-Braid.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"10 Braids That Look More Tired Than Trendy &ndash; Plus 5 Styling Habits That Drag Your Whole Look Down\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jetclub.co.za\/2022\/02\/tight-braids-dos-and-donts-and-how-to.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">&copy; Jet Club<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>While cornrows remain a classic, pulling them tighter than your skinny jeans isn&rsquo;t doing your hairline any favors. I&rsquo;ve seen too many edges disappear from excessive tension. Your scalp shouldn&rsquo;t be screaming for mercy! Opt for medium tension that protects your precious hairline.<\/p>\n\n\n            \n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. The Sloppy Side Braid<\/h2>\n\n            \n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/The-Tight-As-Can-Be-Cornrows.jpg\" alt=\"The Sloppy Side Braid\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/The-Tight-As-Can-Be-Cornrows.jpg\" alt=\"The Sloppy Side Braid\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-4\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/fr\/braids-that-look-more-tired-than-trendy\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/The-Tight-As-Can-Be-Cornrows.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"10 Braids That Look More Tired Than Trendy &ndash; Plus 5 Styling Habits That Drag Your Whole Look Down\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.popsugar.com\/beauty\/side-braid-how-30799208\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Popsugar<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>Throwing your hair into a messy side braid might seem effortless, but there&rsquo;s a fine line between &ldquo;artfully undone&rdquo; and &ldquo;just rolled out of bed.&rdquo; Though Pinterest promised casual chic, without proper sectioning or finishing, you&rsquo;re left with a droopy, uneven plait that lacks intention.<\/p>\n\n\n            \n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. The Micro-Braids Time Capsule<\/h2>\n\n            \n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/The-Sloppy-Side-Braid.png\" alt=\"The Micro-Braids Time Capsule\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/The-Sloppy-Side-Braid.png\" alt=\"The Micro-Braids Time Capsule\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-5\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/fr\/braids-that-look-more-tired-than-trendy\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/The-Sloppy-Side-Braid.png\" data-pin-description=\"10 Braids That Look More Tired Than Trendy &ndash; Plus 5 Styling Habits That Drag Your Whole Look Down\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/summer-braid-trends-8640840\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Byrdie<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>Listen, I adore protective styles, but those pencil-thin micro-braids from 2003 aren&rsquo;t protecting your image. They scream Y2K in all the wrong ways. The maintenance alone is criminal! Modern alternatives like knotless braids or medium-sized box braids offer similar benefits without the dated vibe.<\/p>\n\n\n            \n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. The Gym-Only French Braid<\/h2>\n\n            \n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/The-Micro-Braids-Time-Capsule.jpg\" alt=\"The Gym-Only French Braid\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/The-Micro-Braids-Time-Capsule.jpg\" alt=\"The Gym-Only French Braid\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-6\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/fr\/braids-that-look-more-tired-than-trendy\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/The-Micro-Braids-Time-Capsule.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"10 Braids That Look More Tired Than Trendy &ndash; Plus 5 Styling Habits That Drag Your Whole Look Down\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/pics\/comments\/s5wtnv\/i_learned_how_to_braid_my_girlfriends_hair_during\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Reddit<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>Just because you wear it to spin class doesn&rsquo;t mean your French braid should look like it&rsquo;s been through a workout! Those bumpy, uneven sections and random loose pieces make it look accidental rather than intentional. Practice even tension or visit me for a quick tutorial.<\/p>\n\n\n            \n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. The Stick-Straight Boxer Braids<\/h2>\n\n            \n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/The-Gym-Only-French-Braid.jpg\" alt=\"The Stick-Straight Boxer Braids\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/The-Gym-Only-French-Braid.jpg\" alt=\"The Stick-Straight Boxer Braids\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-7\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/fr\/braids-that-look-more-tired-than-trendy\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/The-Gym-Only-French-Braid.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"10 Braids That Look More Tired Than Trendy &ndash; Plus 5 Styling Habits That Drag Your Whole Look Down\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/thefashiontag.com\/boxer-braids\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">&copy; The Fashion Tag<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>Kardashian-inspired boxer braids had their moment, but wearing them poker-straight without texture or dimension is like serving plain toast at a dinner party. Where&rsquo;s the flavor? Add some volume at the roots or incorporate subtle highlights beforehand to give this style the depth it desperately needs.<\/p>\n\n\n            \n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. The Never-Ending Goddess Braids<\/h2>\n\n            \n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/The-Stick-Straight-Boxer-Braids.jpg\" alt=\"The Never-Ending Goddess Braids\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/The-Stick-Straight-Boxer-Braids.jpg\" alt=\"The Never-Ending Goddess Braids\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-8\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/fr\/braids-that-look-more-tired-than-trendy\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/The-Stick-Straight-Boxer-Braids.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"10 Braids That Look More Tired Than Trendy &ndash; Plus 5 Styling Habits That Drag Your Whole Look Down\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/358810295315879719\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">&copy; curlygirlswag<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>Waist-length goddess braids can be stunning, but when they&rsquo;re dragging on your kitchen floor, we&rsquo;ve gone too far! I&rsquo;ve seen clients tripping over their own hair. Proportions matter, darling! Keep them to mid-back length max for a look that&rsquo;s striking without becoming a safety hazard.<\/p>\n\n\n            \n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. The Kindergarten Bubble Braids<\/h2>\n\n            \n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/The-Never-Ending-Goddess-Braids.jpg\" alt=\"The Kindergarten Bubble Braids\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/The-Never-Ending-Goddess-Braids.jpg\" alt=\"The Kindergarten Bubble Braids\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-9\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/fr\/braids-that-look-more-tired-than-trendy\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/The-Never-Ending-Goddess-Braids.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"10 Braids That Look More Tired Than Trendy &ndash; Plus 5 Styling Habits That Drag Your Whole Look Down\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"http:\/\/heysunnyjess.com\/bubble-pigtails-awesome-trend-or-massive-hair-flop\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">&copy; Hey Sunny Jess<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>Unless you&rsquo;re actually five years old or heading to a theme party, those bubble braids with neon scrunchies aren&rsquo;t serving your adult style. I&rsquo;ve winced watching grown professionals sport these playground-ready puffs at serious events. Try a sleek segmented ponytail instead for a mature take.<\/p>\n\n\n            \n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. The Fuzzy Waterfall Braid<\/h2>\n\n            \n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/The-Kindergarten-Bubble-Braids.jpg\" alt=\"The Fuzzy Waterfall Braid\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/The-Kindergarten-Bubble-Braids.jpg\" alt=\"The Fuzzy Waterfall Braid\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-10\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/fr\/braids-that-look-more-tired-than-trendy\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/The-Kindergarten-Bubble-Braids.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"10 Braids That Look More Tired Than Trendy &ndash; Plus 5 Styling Habits That Drag Your Whole Look Down\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.girllovesglam.com\/waterfall-braid-curly-hair\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">&copy; Girl Loves Glam<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>Waterfall braids should cascade like a gentle stream, not explode like a frizzy fire hydrant! Without proper smoothing products, this romantic style quickly devolves into a mess. The loose strands should flow, not fly away in seventeen different directions. Invest in a good anti-frizz serum.<\/p>\n\n\n            \n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">11. Using Dollar Store Hair Ties<\/h2>\n\n            \n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/The-Fuzzy-Waterfall-Braid.jpg\" alt=\"Using Dollar Store Hair Ties\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/The-Fuzzy-Waterfall-Braid.jpg\" alt=\"Using Dollar Store Hair Ties\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-11\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/fr\/braids-that-look-more-tired-than-trendy\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/The-Fuzzy-Waterfall-Braid.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"10 Braids That Look More Tired Than Trendy &ndash; Plus 5 Styling Habits That Drag Your Whole Look Down\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/FierceFlow\/comments\/111aj4j\/how_do_i_stop_this_from_happening_also_any\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Reddit<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>Those flimsy, metal-clasped hair elastics aren&rsquo;t just breaking your hair&mdash;they&rsquo;re breaking my heart! I can spot cheap accessories from across the salon. The constant snagging and snapping leaves damaged strands in their wake. Invest in proper fabric hair ties or seamless silicone bands.<\/p>\n\n\n            \n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">12. Skipping Heat Protectant<\/h2>\n\n            \n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Using-Dollar-Store-Hair-Ties.png\" alt=\"Skipping Heat Protectant\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Using-Dollar-Store-Hair-Ties.png\" alt=\"Skipping Heat Protectant\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-12\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/fr\/braids-that-look-more-tired-than-trendy\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Using-Dollar-Store-Hair-Ties.png\" data-pin-description=\"10 Braids That Look More Tired Than Trendy &ndash; Plus 5 Styling Habits That Drag Your Whole Look Down\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.livingproof.com\/blogs\/hair-101\/heat-damaged-hair?srsltid=AfmBOooh8hRfzt4P9OeZ3itDTFkBdP8BBG-hLRwGaRAUxVUWvtID1PNv\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">&copy; Living Proof<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>Grabbing that flat iron without heat protectant is like jumping into a volcano wearing paper shoes! The sizzling sound when styling unprotected hair isn&rsquo;t satisfaction&mdash;it&rsquo;s destruction. Your poor cuticles are literally frying. No braid, no matter how trendy, can disguise that straw-like damage.<\/p>\n\n\n            \n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">13. Over-Brushing Wet Hair<\/h2>\n\n            \n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Skipping-Heat-Protectant-2.jpg\" alt=\"Over-Brushing Wet Hair\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Skipping-Heat-Protectant-2.jpg\" alt=\"Over-Brushing Wet Hair\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-13\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/fr\/braids-that-look-more-tired-than-trendy\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Skipping-Heat-Protectant-2.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"10 Braids That Look More Tired Than Trendy &ndash; Plus 5 Styling Habits That Drag Your Whole Look Down\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.realsimple.com\/beauty-fashion\/hair\/hair-care\/wet-hair-mistakes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Real Simple<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>Attacking sopping wet hair with a brush before braiding is a crime I wish I could ticket for! Your fragile wet strands stretch and snap like cheap rubber bands. Detangle with a wide-tooth comb or fingers instead, working from ends to roots. Your future self will thank you.<\/p>\n\n\n            \n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">14. Sleeping With Tight Braids<\/h2>\n\n            \n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Over-Brushing-Wet-Hair.jpg\" alt=\"Sleeping With Tight Braids\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Over-Brushing-Wet-Hair.jpg\" alt=\"Sleeping With Tight Braids\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-14\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/fr\/braids-that-look-more-tired-than-trendy\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Over-Brushing-Wet-Hair.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"10 Braids That Look More Tired Than Trendy &ndash; Plus 5 Styling Habits That Drag Your Whole Look Down\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/BlackHair\/comments\/15ssuan\/i_noticed_these_red_spots_a_week_after_getting\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Reddit<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>Going to bed with your hair in tight braids isn&rsquo;t beauty sleep&mdash;it&rsquo;s a beauty nightmare! The constant tension overnight leads to breakage and can even contribute to traction alopecia. Switch to loose, low braids or a silk scrunchie top-knot if you must sleep with your hair up.<\/p>\n\n\n            \n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">15. Braiding Dirty Hair<\/h2>\n\n            \n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sleeping-With-Tight-Braids.jpg\" alt=\"Braiding Dirty Hair\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sleeping-With-Tight-Braids.jpg\" alt=\"Braiding Dirty Hair\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-15\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/fr\/braids-that-look-more-tired-than-trendy\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sleeping-With-Tight-Braids.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"10 Braids That Look More Tired Than Trendy &ndash; Plus 5 Styling Habits That Drag Your Whole Look Down\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.purewow.com\/beauty\/how-to-maintain-braids\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">PureWow<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>Contrary to popular belief, braiding three-day-old, product-laden hair isn&rsquo;t a clever hack&mdash;it&rsquo;s a recipe for scalp issues! Those oils and products become trapped against your scalp, potentially leading to irritation or folliculitis. Always start with clean, conditioned strands for any braided style.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hair trends come and go faster than I can say &lsquo;balayage,&rsquo; and trust me, as a stylist who&rsquo;s seen it all, some braids just need &hellip;<\/p>","protected":false},"author":27,"featured_media":140360,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"syndication_tool_enabled":true,"syndication_tool_title":"","syndication_tool_excerpt":"","syndication_tool_featured_image":0,"syndication_tool_publish_date":"","syndication_tool_schema_types":["gallery"],"syndication_tool_backlink_enable":false,"syndication_tool_ai_disclosure_enable":false,"disable-in-feed":false,"article-schema-type":"","disable-critical-css":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[18],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-140361","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-styles"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/140361","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/27"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=140361"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/140361\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/140360"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=140361"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=140361"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=140361"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}