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Amazing Ombre Braids Like You've Never Seen Them Before

Amazing Ombre Braids Like You've Never Seen Them Before
Mermaid Ombre
By Jennifer Ford · Updated October 23, 2020
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Kankelon braiding hair has a brand new look. It’s now offered in ombre tones including gradual blends of pink, purple, and blue–making it easier than ever to channel your inner unicorn. Instead of defaulting to natural colored hair extensions, upgrade your braids this summer with a bold new hue.

Ombre braids are a safe alternative for experimenting with color and a fun way to take on festival season. We predict that this hair trend will be around for some time, so get acquainted with 17 different ways to rock it below.

01
Purple Ombre

We love these purple lemonade braids.

Amazing Ombre Braids Like You've Never Seen Them Before
02
Lavender Ombre

These chic lavender braids have a feminine flair.

Amazing Ombre Braids Like You've Never Seen Them Before
03
Blue Ombre

What’s better than braids? Blue braids! 

Amazing Ombre Braids Like You've Never Seen Them Before
04
Neon Ombre

This summer, we’re on an ultralight beam.

Amazing Ombre Braids Like You've Never Seen Them Before
05
Grey Ombre

There may be 50 shades of gray,  but this platinum gray is lit.

Amazing Ombre Braids Like You've Never Seen Them Before
06
Teal Ombre

This style is truly #bobgoals. 

Amazing Ombre Braids Like You've Never Seen Them Before
07
Baby Pink Braids

These baby pink braids are to die for. 

Amazing Ombre Braids Like You've Never Seen Them Before
08
Blue Ombre Fulani Braids

Whats better than braids? Blue Fulani braids.

Amazing Ombre Braids Like You've Never Seen Them Before
09
Platinum Blonde Ombre

These pastel colors are perfect for the summer season.

Amazing Ombre Braids Like You've Never Seen Them Before
10
Blended Ombre

Taste the rainbow. 

Amazing Ombre Braids Like You've Never Seen Them Before
11
Mermaid Ombre

This look proves mermaids are in fact very real!

Amazing Ombre Braids Like You've Never Seen Them Before
12
Floor Length Ombre

Yes, you can be Rapunzel if you want to.

Amazing Ombre Braids Like You've Never Seen Them Before
13
Green Ombre

These box braids have us green with envy.

Amazing Ombre Braids Like You've Never Seen Them Before
14
Unicorn Ombre

These braids are festival hair goals.

Amazing Ombre Braids Like You've Never Seen Them Before
15
Pink Ombre

This lady is pretty in pink. 

Amazing Ombre Braids Like You've Never Seen Them Before
16
Rainbow Ombre

The rainbow color gives this individual plait lots of dimensions. 

Amazing Ombre Braids Like You've Never Seen Them Before
17
Pastel Ombre

These gorgeous braids remind us of a summer sunset. 

Amazing Ombre Braids Like You've Never Seen Them Before
18
Blonde Ombre

Sweep the floor with beautiful blonde locks.

Amazing Ombre Braids Like You've Never Seen Them Before