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Best Braiding Patterns For Your Next Sew In

by liang sun 12 Jun 2021 0 comments
Best Braiding Patterns For Your Next Sew In

Braided Straight Back With A Leave Out

With a solid foundation like a perfect braid pattern, you are sure to have a bomb sew-in. The correct sew-in pattern ensures that your tracks lay flat and your styling options are versatile. With the correct braid pattern, you can style your hair into a side part, middle part, or even throw your hair into a high ponytail or messy bun.

But, how are you supposed to know which braiding pattern is best for the look you are desiring? If you require help to learn about the best braiding pattern, look no further. Continue reading for more information on the best braiding pattern for your next sew-in.

Why Are Braid Patterns Important

U-Part Braiding Pattern

I mean does the braid pattern matter? Yes, it does matter actually! There are various reasons why it is important to choose the correct braid pattern for your sew-in, here is why:

  1. It Determines How You Can Style Your Hair: Obvious, right? With the correct braiding pattern, you can easily have a sew-in that allows versatility when styling your hair. For example, if you want a deep wave with a middle part, you will not need a complicated braid pattern. However, if you are looking for something like a ponytail, half up half down style, or a bun, you will need a versatile pattern.

  2. It Makes Or Breaks How Realistic Your Sew-In Looks: This affects the way your hair extensions lay down on your head. A braid pattern that is poorly done will result in an ill-fitting sew-in, that won’lie flat on your head, which of course looks unrealistic.

  3. Protection For Your Real Hair: When executed correctly, having your hair braided down can protect your hair from damages due to the environment. With your hair being braided underneath your sew-in, your hair is not exposed to environmental stressors, hair care products, or heat styling tools.

What To Do Before Braiding

Beehive Braiding Pattern

Before braiding your hair, it is essential that you properly prep your hair. By skipping these steps you may shorten the timespan of your install.

  1. Wash and Condition Your Hair Thoroughly: You should always, always, always, start with a clean slate. This most times will ensure your braids won’t itch or smell bad when braided down for a long time. Also, be sure to deep condition your hair to lock in the moisture and hydration when your hair is braided.

  2. Completely Dry Your Hair: We know it's convenient and less of a hassle, however wet braids are more susceptible to mildew and stinky smell. Make sure to blowdry your hair or allow it to dry overnight. Blowdrying your hair also allows your hair to be detangled and stretch out your hair which makes the braiding process much easier.

  3. Trim Your Ends: Last but not least, have your ends trimmed before having your hair braided down. This ensures that your hair grows properly and remains healthy while you are flaunting your sew-in. Having your ends trimmed also prevents your ends from tangling.

Best Braiding Patterns

Beehive Braiding Pattern

Before any install, discuss your needs and expectations with your hairstylist. Whether it’s a bone straight middle part or a half up half down style, anything can be achieved with a great braid foundation. Your sew-in foundation braids braided into a pattern that best serves the specific style discussed with your hairstylist.

  1. Braided Straight Back With A Leave Out: This is the most popular braiding pattern due to the ability to accomplish a sleek, classy sew-in. A middle part with leave out involves leaving a few inches of hair out on top of your head and around the perimeter of your head. This pattern is cornrows straight to the back throughout your entire head. Although this is a popular braiding pattern people with short hair struggle with blending their hair. Maybe try opting for a lace front or closure. The positive of this braiding pattern is the simpleness of it. With simple styles, you are sure to save on the cost as well.

  2. U-Part Braiding Pattern: If you have opted for a U-Part wig this is the best braiding pattern for you. U-part wigs have a U-shaped opening at the top of the wig and allow a good portion of your natural hair to be left out. The U-part braiding pattern requires 1.5 to 2 inches of your hair to be left out on either side of your head. You will then have an anchor braid extending ear to ear.

  3. Beehive Braiding Pattern: This braiding pattern is used when a full sew-in is being done. This method is braided into a circle until you end in the middle of your head. This braiding pattern offers a versatile look bit braids and twists. However, with a regular sew-in, you will only be able to wear a bang.

  4. Vixen Braiding Pattern: This braiding pattern has become very popular recently. The vixen braiding pattern has four sections of hair braided into mini beehive patterns. It is most popular due to the versatility offered when this pattern is used. These four sections of hair allow ponytails, half up-half downs, various parting options, and the hair to be pulled back. Remember the more you leave out with your vixen sew-in the more maintenance you will need for your hair to properly blend with your extensions.

  5. Asymmetrical Braiding Pattern: The asymmetrical braiding pattern is the best pattern for side part sew-in styles. The asymmetrical pattern requires the braids to be braided around your head and then straight down to the back. This is also a pattern that can be worn with any style from curls, braids, twists, and straight sew-ins.

Asymmetrical Braiding Pattern

Best Braiding Patterns For Your Next Sew In

By discussing your style needs and wants with your hairstylist you will be able to choose the best braiding pattern. Your hair stylist may also know other creative ways to accomplish a hairstyle with a more creative braiding pattern.

Your choice is all up to you, and the hairstyle you desire.

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