Braids are a must-have hairstyle for women with afros and curly hair because they are practical, low-maintenance, and come in an almost limitless variety of styles! Fulani braids, which have been around for centuries and never go out of style, are one of these styles.
On the contrary, it’s a popular braid style because it allows you to be creative and uniquely wear braids: bright colors, beads, and accessories of all shapes are welcome.
If the thought of making Fulani braids has occurred to you, you’ve come to the right place. Check out this article for some amazing Fulani braid ideas to get you started and help you find the perfect pattern!
What Exactly are Fulani Braids?
Fulani braids are named after the Fulani people of West Africa.
They’ve grown in popularity among women with short and long afro hair. It combines box braids and cornrows and can be worn with or without accessories.
Fulani braids are distinguished by a central braid that wraps around the hairline and one or more opposite braids towards the face and near the temples. Round and shell beads and other accessories frequently accompany the hairstyle.
How Much Do Fulani Braids Cost?
Several factors determine the cost of Fulani braids. Among these factors are the salon or professional you select and your desired hairstyle.
There are differences between the various types of Fulani braids, and the complexity of the braids can raise the price. The number of strands added and their quality are factors, as the cost of Fulani braids is higher than that of natural hair.
In a hair salon or from an independent professional, expect to pay between €65 and €90 for Fulani braids.
Inspiring Ideas to Style Fulani Braids
THE CENTRAL BRAID STYLE
The first Fulani braids model has a central braid and a few braids on each side that branch out from it. It’s a very simple and appealing model.
THE HEART-SHAPED TOP WAVY BRAID STYLE
The hair is braided in a more complex manner on this model than on the previous one: the braids on the top of the head form waves, while those on the temples are heart-shaped!
CURLS ON THE ENDS
A hairstyle of Fulani braids on long hair with curls on the ends is shown here. The braids on the skull are styled on the side this time, with no central braid.
A STRAIGHT BRAID AND LONG EXTENSIONS
The Fulani braids are thicker in this picture, and there are six major braids on the skull, with a straight braid and long extensions from the back of the skull.
CURLY UNBRAIDED HAIRSTYLE
This image depicts a different model of Fulani braids: the hairstyle features curly, unbraided hair down the skull. The skull braids are also thinner at the base.
BLONDE FULANI HAIRSTYLE
The first blonde Fulani braids hairstyle in this article! The braids are thin and numerous, with pretty white and orange beads on the tips.
GOLDEN HONEY FULANI BRAIDS
A second model with blonde Fulani braids, this time more golden honey in color. The central braids of this hairstyle cross at the back, and the braided lengths fall towards the temples.
KNOTTED BRAIDED BUNS ON THE SKULL
Make small buns from your braids onto your skull and tie them with rubber or bobby pins. To add a unique touch, let the side braids length loose or let the braided extensions free and put on some beads over them.
TO THE NAPE OF THE NECK
These Fulani braids go down the skull to the nape of the neck and then down the lengths.
A nice heart-shaped braid runs down the temples and meets the other braid. A very creative model!
THE FULANI BRAIDS HALF-PONYTAIL
The Fulani braids are tied to form a half-ponytail at the top of the skull. Likewise, you can use colorful beads at the end of the extensions, or a full ponytail is also a good option.
THE INVERTED BRAID ON THE TEMPLE
These Fulani braids begin at the top of the head and end in the middle, leaving beautiful curly lengths. The little inverted braid on the temple that ends with a pearl is the distinguishing feature. It’s fantastic!
THE STAR-SHAPED PATTERN
As shown in the above picture, you can try this uniquely braided Fulani hairstyle. Similarly, take the braided strands to form a star shape pattern on your skull, and you’re ready to awe the people around you.
THE SPLASH OF COLOR
A splash of color with this model of Fulani braids in afro colors! Green braids and yellow, green, and red beads for a lively hairstyle.
HONEY-BLONDE WITH BEADS
This Fulani braids model features honey-blonde extensions, yellow and orange, or a mixture of colorful beads on the tips. A model who is both sober and witty!
FULANI BRAIDS BUN
Check out this unique hairstyle: a Fulani braids bun! The hair is styled in a high bun across the back, with only two braids on each side, each with three African-style beads.
COPPER BRAIDS WITH BEADS
This article’s first square of Fulani braids is copper color braids with contrasting black and white beads at the tips! Beautiful!
CROSSED BRAIDS
To round out this list of Fulani braid ideas, here’s a finer and more complex braid pattern: crossed braids on the front and a wavy effect on the temple braid.
