16 Photos of Ghana Braids, One of Summer's Hottest Trends

Ghana Braids (also known as “banana braids”) is a style that has been around for a while and is currently bubbling over with folks around the globe. The style is essentially your traditional cornrow style but much bigger. The style starts with hair braided to the scalp in a crescent pattern and loose braids that hang down the back. Take a look at a few styles that caught our eye.

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Simple double braids

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Intricate patterns

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Even Reality star, Toya Wright hopped on board with Ghana braids earlier this year.

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Do you think Ghana Braids are something you’ll try out this Summer?