32 Edgy And Bold Slick Back Braids

edgy and bold slick back braids

Why are we discussing slick back hairstyles? First of all, holidays are here, and slick back hairstyles are the trendiest for parties. Second, a slick back style is a nice idea for an Old Money look. Third, slick back hair is versatile and long-lasting and will be a fit everywhere, from an office to just usual life. Today we are taking a look at slick back braids, and they are lovely!

What Slick Back Braid To Make?

There are lots of types of braids, from milky and French to fishtail and double ones, here everything depends on what look you want and need. If it’s a party, choose something sleeker and bolder, if not, just go for a basic braid.

Such a hairstyle can be easily repeated: make a midi ponytail and then transform it into a French braid.

Such a hairstyle can be easily repeated: make a midi ponytail and then transform it into a French braid.

A low braid is accented with gold cuffs, it's a fresh and modern idea for an up-to-date look.

A low braid is accented with gold cuffs, it's a fresh and modern idea for an up-to-date look.

This slicked back bubble braid is adorable, paired with a red lip, it's a perfect party look.

This slicked back bubble braid is adorable, paired with a red lip, it's a perfect party look.

This hairstyle is a slicked back bubble braid of a ponytail, it's a modern and bold idea.

This hairstyle is a slicked back bubble braid of a ponytail, it's a modern and bold idea.

This casual bubble braid is secured with elastics and can be made on the go, just take a wax stick with you.

This casual bubble braid is secured with elastics and can be made on the go, just take a wax stick with you.

This chunky bubble braid with shiny slicked back hair is amazing for a party look.

This chunky bubble braid with shiny slicked back hair is amazing for a party look.

A high ponytail is transformed into a braid, and the slick back top adds chic and interest to the look.

A high ponytail is transformed into a braid, and the slick back top adds chic and interest to the look.

This high ponytail is turned into a braid and is secured with a black scrunchie.

This high ponytail is turned into a braid and is secured with a black scrunchie.

Just look how cool a classic braid made from a ponytail looks! Suitable for both every day and a party.

Just look how cool a classic braid made from a ponytail looks! Suitable for both every day and a party.

This thick and large bubble braid is made of a low ponytail, and it looks chic and stylish.

This thick and large bubble braid is made of a low ponytail, and it looks chic and stylish.

How To Make A Slick Back Braid?

The easiest idea is to first make a ponytail and then turn it into a braid, such a style will last longer than a usual braid. No wish to make a real braid? Go for a bubble one, it looks no worse but is easier to make. What you need to do is to make sure that the top is sleek, and that can be achieved with a bit of pomade or simply a bit of wax stick udes after you finish making the braid. The tighter your braid is, the more it will last but keep in mind that too tight hairstyles can damage your hair and don’t do that often.

This long bubble braid is slicked back and accented with elastics, and it can be made for many occasions.

This long bubble braid is slicked back and accented with elastics, and it can be made for many occasions.

This long elegant braid is made of a ponytail, and you can repeat the hairstyle easily.

This long elegant braid is made of a ponytail, and you can repeat the hairstyle easily.

This braid is made of a midi ponytail, and the slicked back top makes it suitable not only for every day.

This braid is made of a midi ponytail, and the slicked back top makes it suitable not only for every day.

This low braid is a creative hairstyle to be made in minutes, and it looks pretty.

This low braid is a creative hairstyle to be made in minutes, and it looks pretty.

Love minimal looks? Stick to a slick back tight braid and add a bit of shine.

Love minimal looks? Stick to a slick back tight braid and add a bit of shine.

The party look is made with a sexy makeup and a midi tight braid and a slicked back top/.

The party look is made with a sexy makeup and a midi tight braid and a slicked back top/.

Make a loose braid if you want it to look thicker and fuller but keep in mind it can not last long.

Make a loose braid if you want it to look thicker and fuller but keep in mind it can not last long.

A slick back rope braid made of a midi ponytail is a bold and very edgy solution.

A slick back rope braid made of a midi ponytail is a bold and very edgy solution.

I love how the top of the hairstyle is done, and the twisted very tight braid adds to the look.

I love how the top of the hairstyle is done, and the twisted very tight braid adds to the look.

Two low braids are also a great idea, these are a fresh take on pigtails and if you have too thick hair, two braids are better than one.

Two low braids are also a great idea, these are a fresh take on pigtails and if you have too thick hair, two braids are better than one.

Make a very high twisted ponytail and turn it into a twisted braid, add shiny and a sleek touch with a wax stick.

Make a very high twisted ponytail and turn it into a twisted braid, add shiny and a sleek touch with a wax stick.

A ribbon bow is the trendiest accessory for a hairstyle due to the rise of Old Money trend. 


(via dijbi).

A ribbon bow is the trendiest accessory for a hairstyle due to the rise of Old Money trend. (via dijbi).

Make a sleek pony braid for every day: it's a comfy style that lasts long, all day and night. 


(via whowhatwear).

Make a sleek pony braid for every day: it's a comfy style that lasts long, all day and night. (via whowhatwear).

Fishtail braids look very nice, though they are more complicated to make yourself. 


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Fishtail braids look very nice, though they are more complicated to make yourself. (via lookosm).

This low thick braid on long hair is spectacular as it's very full and bold. 


(via owixiwo).

This low thick braid on long hair is spectacular as it's very full and bold. (via owixiwo).

How To Style A Slick Back Braid?

A slick back braid can be accented with a scrunchie for every day, gold cuffs for a party, a lovely ribbon bow for any occasion, and you may add bold hair pins here and there to highlight the look.

The slick back top and a twisted braid with a cuff are a lovely look for a minimalist or modern outfit.

The slick back top and a twisted braid with a cuff are a lovely look for a minimalist or modern outfit.

If your hair is thick enough, you can turn a low ponytail into two braids and accent them with a trendy bow.

If your hair is thick enough, you can turn a low ponytail into two braids and accent them with a trendy bow.

This small midi braid is made of a ponytail and is accented with trendy ribbon bows.

This small midi braid is made of a ponytail and is accented with trendy ribbon bows.

Make a bubble braid with elastics or other accessories, it will work for many occasions.

Make a bubble braid with elastics or other accessories, it will work for many occasions.

This low bubble braid is accented with multiple pink mini bows for a trendy and bold look.

This low bubble braid is accented with multiple pink mini bows for a trendy and bold look.

A head scarf is a lovely accessory for a braid, it can accent the hairstyle and give it a refined look.

A head scarf is a lovely accessory for a braid, it can accent the hairstyle and give it a refined look.

This beautiful low braid is accented with a whole arrangement of gold accessories, and this hairstyle can be rocked for a party.

This beautiful low braid is accented with a whole arrangement of gold accessories, and this hairstyle can be rocked for a party.