It's the height of summer vacation season, and you may be thinking about getting a new hairstyle. The great news is that there are so many amazing protective hairstyles out there that offer both protection and moisture, such as twists, locs and braids. 

Braids are a classic style that black women have always loved, and tribal braids are the absolute best of the best. Next, let's take a look at some braiding styles from African tribes – it's going to be amazing!

Tribal braids are a diverse traditional African braided hairstyle originating from multiple tribes, such as the Yoruba, Igbo, and Zulu tribes, with roots tracing back to African culture and occasionally influenced by Native American cultures.

These braids hold cultural significance, historically used to signify social status, age, marital status, or tribal identity.Modern tribal braids are highly adaptable, suitable for natural hair textures (3C to 4C) or paired with hair extensions, allowing for various styles such as buns or ponytails.

When it comes to choosing the perfect braid, understanding your hair type is key to achieving a stunning and comfortable look. 

Different hair textures call for unique braiding techniques, and with so many options available, there’s truly a style for everyone.

If your hair is fragile or prone to breakage, knotless braids are a fantastic choice. 

Unlike traditional braids, knotless braids start with your natural hair and gradually incorporate extensions, reducing tension on your scalp and helping to protect your hair’s health.

To get started, simply log in to your favorite hairstyle website or app—there you’ll find a wealth of videos and step-by-step tutorials on knotless braids, tribal braids, and more. 

These resources are packed with fresh ideas and inspiration to help you master the look at home.

Don’t forget the power of community! By joining online forums or social media groups, you can connect with others who share your love for braiding. 

Share your own experiences, ask questions, and get feedback from people with similar hair types. The more you engage, the more you’ll learn—and the more confident you’ll feel trying out new styles.

By continuing to explore the world of braiding, you agree to keep an open mind and embrace new ideas and views. Whether you’re drawn to Fulani braids, tribal braids, or want to experiment with something completely different, there’s a world of hairstyles waiting for you. 

So why not start your braiding journey today? With the right tools, resources, and a little creativity, you’ll find a look you love and a new way to express yourself through your hair.

Tribal braids, known for intricate cornrow patterns and cultural significance, offer versatile styling options to express creativity and heritage. 

Here’s a concise guide to style them for women and men, incorporating traditional and modern elements.

1. Choose Your Base Style:

Start with tribal braids featuring freestyles like zigzags or triangles, rooted in African tribes like Yoruba or Zulu, distinct from dreadlocks. 

Visit a professional studio for precise designs like Fulani tribal braids, with square cornrows or a central braid, enhancing beauty and comfort.

2. Add Accessories

Elevate the look with beads, shells, or norbu beads for cultural depth and aesthetic appeal. 

Norbu beads add a spiritual touch, while a bohemian vibe comes from colorful beads, as in Tribal Braids With Beads, symbolizing personal narratives.

3. Select a Styling Variation

Updo: Gather braids into a high bun, like the Tribal Braid Ponytail, with norbu beads for a polished look.

Ponytail: Comb cornrows into a high or low ponytail, ideal for versatile styling.

Loose Style: Let braids hang naturally with curly extensions or highlights, as in Tribal Braids With Color.

Side-Swept: Create an asymmetrical side part for a bold, artistic look with mixed braid thicknesses.

Short Braids: Opt for shoulder-length Small Tribal Braids for a light, breathable style.

4. Incorporate Extensions:

Use IPF Hair’s human hair extensions, like crochet or bulk hair, for volume or length. 

Tribal Braids With Crochet in the Back saves time and offers a natural, detangle-friendly look, perfect for a bohemian twist with curls.

5. Add Color

Introduce blonde, red, or ombre highlights, as in Red Tribal Braid, to enhance individuality while keeping hair healthy, complementing various skin tones with modern freestyles.

5. Add Color

Introduce blonde, red, or ombre highlights, as in Red Tribal Braid, to enhance individuality while keeping hair healthy, complementing various skin tones with modern freestyles.

6. Maintain the Style

Tribal braids last weeks, protecting natural hair (3C to 4C or others with extensions). Moisturize the scalp, wrap at night, and avoid pulling.

Check Pinterest for inspiration, like Puerto Rican Braids blending tribal elements with dreadlocks.

7. Adapt for Occasions

Style for casual or formal settings. Tribal Braid Middle Part suits events, while Versatile Tribal Braids work daily.

To achieve a natural and comfortable look, brands like IPF Hair offer human hair extensions, typically styled in professional studios to enhance aesthetics.Here are 20 new trending styles of Tribal braids.

With Elsa's single braid and Anna's double braids, it can't help but remind one of the hairstyles of the princesses in the film Frozen. They are simple enough to be mastered quickly.

The contrasting colours of the braids spiral around each other, creating the appearance of a golden pineapple.

To achieve a tribal look, create a tight cornrow in the centre of the scalp and loose curls on the sides.

Long, wide tribal braids inevitably require additional hair to achieve the desired length. Using real human hair effectively alleviates pressure on the scalp. IPF HAIR provides all the hair extensions you need for hook braiding.

The Lemonade album by Beyoncé continues to inspire many women to overcome their darkest moments, and the braids featured in it hold significant meaning.

The layered Fulani braids add structural richness to the overall look. Get your braider to create this style for you today!

Larger tribal braids are a good choice for beginners who want to try DIY braiding, as the “stitches” of corn braids are relatively large, allowing you to complete the entire braided style quickly.

The traditional Fulani braids of West Africa are tight in the middle and loose on the sides. They are often used with curly hair extensions or crochet braids from IPF Hair to create a style that looks full and voluminous without any effort.

The classic Fulani braids of West Africa are characterised by a central braid surrounded by loose curls adorned with beaded accessories.

Freestyle tribal braids can be customised to suit your preferences, age and the occasion. They complement your outfits and makeup effortlessly. True beauty lies in defying definitions.

Colorful cornrows resemble corn kernels, inspired by tribal braids Pinterest.

Colourful braids are bound to turn heads, like ribbons laid out for a celebration or a rainbow that's fallen to Earth.

Classic Fulani braids are often clean and neat, with square corners and stitched cornrows on the forehead. 

Soft human hair creates a relaxed, boho beach vibe.

Adding curly crocheted human hair or curly human hair extensions to Bohemian braids has the potential to increase overall density without adding pressure to the scalp.

Bohemian-style tribal braids are full and natural, and they really suit anyone and everyone. I really love how it looks on healthy skin tones – it just makes you look so elegant!

Each layer of the braid gets thicker gradually from thin to thick and from far to near, creating 3 layers that are arranged nicely together. The hair is cut in a way that suits all face shapes.

A studio ensures precise patterns and comfort for designs like Zigzag Designed Cornrows.

Personalize: Use norbu beads or colorful extensions to reflect cultural beauty and heritage.

Inspiration: Follow celebrities like Beyoncé on social media (#braids) for modern freestyles. Tribal braids blend tradition with fashion, celebrating Black identity for women and men through creative styling.

The middle part of the braid is made up of two layers, one on top of the other, and is decorated with a tribal pattern.