Rainbow Braids & Updos: 16 Pride Looks

13. Vibrant Box Braids Updo

Rainbow Braids & Updos: 15+ Stunning Hairstyles to Show Your Pride. - 13. Vibrant Box Braids Updo

Box braids are already a bold statement, so why not make them rainbow? You can then style your colorful box braids into a fabulous updo. Think high ponytails, messy buns, or sculpted styles.

Make sure your edges are sleek! A good edge control product is your best friend for this look.

12. Pastel Rainbow French Braids

Rainbow Braids & Updos: 15+ Stunning Hairstyles to Show Your Pride. - 12. Pastel Rainbow French Braids

If you prefer a softer look, pastel rainbow colors are gorgeous in French braids. It’s a more subtle way to show your pride, but still totally beautiful. You can do two classic French braids or even one large one down your back.

Weaving a thin rainbow ribbon into the braid is another lovely touch for this style.

11. Rainbow Waterfall Braid

Rainbow Braids & Updos: 15+ Stunning Hairstyles to Show Your Pride. - 11. Rainbow Waterfall Braid

A waterfall braid has such a romantic feel, and adding rainbow colors makes it magical. As you braid across your head, you drop sections of hair, creating a cascading effect. Use colorful strands for the pieces you drop.

Temporary color sprays are ideal for this if you don’t want to commit to extensions. Just spray the sections before you drop them.

10. High Rainbow Ponytail with Braids

Rainbow Braids & Updos: 15+ Stunning Hairstyles to Show Your Pride. - 10. High Rainbow Ponytail with Braids

This style is full of energy and fun! Gather your hair into a high ponytail and then incorporate rainbow braids into it. You can wrap a braid around the base or have braided sections within the ponytail itself.

Use strong elastic bands and maybe some crisscrossed bobby pins to make sure that high ponytail stays bouncy all day.

9. Rainbow Braided Space Buns

Rainbow Braids & Updos: 15+ Stunning Hairstyles to Show Your Pride. - 9. Rainbow Braided Space Buns

Space buns are playful and cute, and adding rainbow braids makes them perfect for a festive event. Braid sections of hair and then coil them into two buns on top of your head.

For an extra dose of fun, add glitter roots between the buns!

8. Side-Swept Rainbow Braid

Rainbow Braids & Updos: 15+ Stunning Hairstyles to Show Your Pride. - 8. Side-Swept Rainbow Braid

A single, dramatic braid swept to one side looks incredibly elegant. Incorporate rainbow colors throughout the braid. This style is simple yet makes a big impact.