Best plaited hairstyles & haircuts for long hair

If you have long hairs, you can try out a wide variation of plaits. Plaits look just perfect on long hairs and you can always try different types of plaits to add variation to your look. While there are some plaiting patterns that are quite difficult, there are also some easy ones that you can get even in a hurry.  You can also get the plaited braids as per your choice or dress for a special day. However, to get a perfect and beautiful plaited hairstyle on long hairs, devoting at least some time is necessary.

If you have long hairs and you are looking for the best plaited hairstyles to go with your hair length, here is the ultimate plaited hairstyle collection for long hairs. This collection includes some of the easy plaited hairstyles as well as some of the critical ones to provide you with a wide range of choice.

Side bohemian braid

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If you have long beautiful hairs, this side bohemian braid is a must try for you. This hairstyle can give you the perfect princess look which can add a lot to your overall appearance. Here the plaiting has started from the front of the head and has covered one side before sliding to the front from over the shoulder. The plaiting has a nice spiraled look and it ends leaving a minimum section of hairs open.

Stylish long back plait

This stylish back plait starts from the top of the back of the head. Multiple hair sections have been used to complete the braiding and it continues till the end in a well knitted pattern. This hairstyle might look difficult, but it is not that time taking to get. However, this hairstyle will look best on long hairs with good volume.

Braided bun

Top knot buns look really smart with a lot of dresses. They add a length to your neck and make you look even taller. A plaited top knot bun, like the one in this picture, is always a good pick for a special occasion.  Here the hairs have been collected at a top position of the head and then the braiding has been done. The braid then has been coiled to make the top knot bun. The flyways actually add to the look.

Crown plaited hairstyle with a bun

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Check out this interesting and fresh hairstyle if you are looking for something different. Here the braiding has been done on the crown, at the central position and the length of the braid has been bunched in a messy bun at the back of the head.  The hairs from the sides have been left open and combed to the front from over the shoulders. If you have long hairs, you should give this unique hairstyle a try sometime.

Crown braided open hairstyle

This one is a nice variation of crown braided open hairstyles.  Here the plaiting has been done only on the side of the crown. It covers the crown from one side and the length of the plait has been left loose, which flows down to the front from over the shoulder. This hairstyle can add a very soft touch to the look and can be ideal for weddings and special occasions.

Double fishtail plait

For long, voluminous hairs, double fishtail plaits can be a great hairstyle option. As you can see in the picture, the hairs have been divided into two equal sections from the middle of the head. The planets have been done right from the top of the crown, covering the back of the head as well as the total length of the hairs. The planets have been placed on the back and the highlights in the hairs have added dimension to the hairstyle.

Central fishbone plait with open hairstyle

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In this hairstyle, sections of hairs from the top of the head and sides have been collected at the middle and the fishbone plaiting has been done till the end of the length. The rest of the hairs have been left loose and some curls have been added to them to complement perfectly with the central fishbone plait.

Thick braiding with open hairstyle

Here the plaiting has been done at the back of the head and starts right from the top of the back of the head. Multiple sections of hairs have been used to come up with this thick bread and the width of the braid has been reduced continuously to give it a fish tail type look, though it is not a fishtail plaiting. The rest of the hairs have been left open at the back.

Plaited wrapped hairstyle

If you have long hairs but you think that a shorter hairstyle will look smarter with a particular dress, you can easily try out this plaited wrapped hairstyle. Here fishtail plaiting has been done on the length of the hairs and then the braid has been wrapped around the head in a unique way to complete the look.  This hairstyle can be perfect for bridesmaids and other occasions.

A simple side plait

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For long beautiful hairs, even a simple, loose side plait can do all the job. This is a hairstyle that you can get with ease even if you are in hurry and still will give you the best look. Here the hairs have been parted at the side and the loose braid has been done with three sections of hairs for the whole length, leaving only a small section open at the end. The lose braid has been taken to the front from over one shoulder to complete the soft look.

Waterfall braid with side ponytail

This beautiful hairstyle is a bit time consuming but if you are going for a special party it is surely worth the time. Here double waterfall braiding has been done at the back of the head and the length of the hairs has been left loose from the side, just like a side ponytail.

Double layer braid hairstyle

Check out this unique double layered braid hairstyle which looks absolutely stylish. Here the braiding has started from the top of the back of the head and has continued till the end. The braid gives the look of two attached braids, one at the top of the other.  The lower braid is thicker, while the top one is more intricate. This hairstyle looks neat and smart.

Waterfall mermaid plait for long hairs

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This beautiful waterfall mermaid plaiting can be an ideal pick for occasions if you have long hairs. Here first the waterfall braiding has been done and then the lengths of the hairs coming down from the waterfall braid have been used for making the central mermaid plait. The end of the plait continues as a normal three section plait and a good volume of hairs has been left open on the back.

Multiple crisscross plaiting for long hairs

In this hairstyle the braiding has started with the hairs from the top side sections. The braids have crossed each other at the middle and then have been added with more hair sections from the sides. The hairstyle goes on a crisscross pattern for the whole length of the hairs and gives a perfect fairytale ish look.

Both side crown plaited hairstyle

In this hairstyle the braiding has been done on both the sides of the crown and the braids have been added with each other at the back of the head with a hair section. The length of the hairs has been left loose like a long ponytail at the back. This one is a perfect hairstyle for teenage girls with long hairs. You can get this hairstyle for a special look and also for college.

Constricted unique plaited hairstyle for long hairs

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This hairstyle looks indeed different and can be an ideal pick for the stylish girls. Here the plait has been done with some hair sections on the top of a bunch of loose hairs. What has given this hairstyle the unique look is the constrictions that attaches the long braid with the open hairs and gives the look of a mermaid plait. The look of this hairstyle depends fully on the neatness and exact measurement of each of the hair sections under each of the constrictions.

Fishbone plait with a twist

In this beautiful party hairstyle two fishbone plaits have been done from two sides of the head and then these two plaits have been intertwined and twisted together for the whole length to get the hairstyle. It leaves only a very small section open at the end and sits right on the middle of the back.

Double 3-section braid

For the long haired girls, double three section braids are always a cool option. Here the braiding has been done in a tight and neat fashion which makes the hairstyle look smart. The braiding with three sections of hairs has started right from the lower end of the head and continues for the whole length of the hairs at both the sides.

Waterfall fishtail plaiting

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This plaited hairstyle for long hairs is sure to make anyone spell wow.  Here waterfall braiding has been done at the back of the head, which then has been followed with fishtail plaiting. The fishtail lies on the length of the open hairs and continues for the whole length. This hairstyle is perfect for special occasions.