Milena is a teenager from Germany with an Instagram account that already has more than 43,000 followers. It’s not hard to see why people are flocking to see her work once you take a look for yourself. She takes hair braiding and styling to a level that cannot be beaten.
The intricate looks are more than simply hairstyles, they are works of art. But you don’t have to trust us on that. Take a look for yourself. Here are seventy-five of our absolute favorites:
#1 Weaving together magic
The young self-taught hairstylist is already well on her way to fame. We can see why.
She does more than just braid hair together. She gives it new dimensions.
While we expect gravity to have a say, this hairstylist proves us wrong. The hair goes exactly where she wants it to.
These styles don’t just happen. They’re created. Milena puts time and concentration into each one.
Working with more than one color just brings out the magic even more. You can see the amount of braiding in detail that went into this look.
This picture has nearly 3,000 likes on Instagram. It’s not hard to see why. That’s a lot of effort!
It’s not just flat plats that this young hairstylist includes in her works of art. You can find flowers, swirls, and more.
Milena has a passion for hair. It shines through.
You don’t need perfect hair for the perfect look. That’s what products are for! Although, hair that is well taken care of can help the magic along.
Here’s one way to show off colorful dye. This style really emphasizes the dramatic coloring.
You can actually see which side the braids come from in this style. Milena pulls the hair across as she works to create these amazing looks.
Before she begins, Milena applies heat to the hair to give it that polished and perfect look. It also makes it more manageable for the next step!
The next secret is in the braids. Milena uses more than just one type to create her works of art.
Each type of braid requires a different technique. She has them all down perfectly.
Do you want to try one of these looks for yourself? Some of the braids are actually simple to do. They just take some serious practice and patience if you’re going for that polished look.
Not all of the looks are tightly woven. This style has a looser look.
#17 Not a hair out of place
It takes patience and precision to create these styles. You can’t find even a single hair in the wrong spot.
While these looks can be achieved with medium hair or extensions, long hair on its own can bring them so much further.
Braids are an expected sight. These braids, however, will just leave you astounded.
The braids are so intricate in some cases that they look like macramé. It’s art!
Why stop at just a few simple braids? The layering creates a depth that is hard to match.
It’s not just hair dangling in every one of these looks. Sometimes, you just need a little extra to top things off.
#23 Bringing it all together
This simple and loose woven look is perfection. If you’re looking for something that doesn’t take too long to create but is still stunning, this is the way to go.
Here is another look that took less time in the chair. Are you ready for a change?
Great work doesn’t just happen. Here’s a mannequin head that Milena practices on.
There are so many variations that can be achieved. The possibilities are limitless.
Milena kept it simple with this one. The look still gets its message across.
The loose flowers can be seen in several of Milena’s styles. They are always right where they need to be.
While we can’t all get it this perfect, braiding is a simple thing that doesn’t come with a lot of expenses. It’s an easy change to make if you want a quick new style.
Milena is self-taught. All of this was learned without the need for beauty school!
One of the biggest parts of this is keeping the look clean. That means using well brushed and manageable hair to start with. Get out the detangler!
If this hairstyle isn’t enough to get you out of bed in the morning, Milena
shared a quote to get you started:
“What you get by achieving your goals is not as important as what you become by achieving your goals.”
While many of these looks are absolutely precise, they don’t all need to be. A soft and light look has its own appeal.
There really is more to braiding than just bringing together a few strands. Here are just a few of the types of braids that Milena works with.
There is a lot of creativity to be found. This hair turned into a hat is a good example!
This isn’t what we usually think of when we think if hairstyles. Well, it wasn’t. Now it’s the one we want!
This style took a lot of time to create. Milena needed to start at the top and work her way across each row before going to the next one.
Why should a braid stop at three strands? The ones on the right include seven!
The spiraling braiding really draws in the eye. It’s almost hypnotizing.
Even loose braids can bring a feeling of magic. These are classic and perfect at the same time.
This look didn’t need a lot of braiding. The curling technique creates a sense of separation and movement on its own.
How many pictures would you take if you had this style? It’s definitely worth quite a few.
These braids are timeless. They will never go out of style.
This creates a look that is somehow still yet full of movement. We’re impressed!
When she
posted this one on Instagram, Milena included a quote that shows a peek into the hair artist’s mind:
“Your work is going to fill a large part of your life, and the only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work.”
There are so many things that can be done with braiding. This hair is long enough to try most of them!
It’s not always about symmetry. This look adds something special.
This style is somehow chaotic and controlled. It works!
#49 So much that can be done
The possibilities really are limitless. What would you want in your hair?
This look is beautiful yet simple. What else could we ask for?
This style is a little more messy but that’s okay. It means there’s hope for those of us who want to get into braiding!
Don’t worry. These knots won’t harm the hair. They just add to it.
This style comes all wrapped up, complete with a bow. It’s a gift!
Milena worked the beads into this style perfectly. They make it all come together.
We love all of Milena’s styles. This one gives a little of that love back.
You can almost miss the heart in this one. It’s worth taking a second look.
#57 Starting at the beginning
Good quality hair is the base to a beautiful style. Don’t forget to take care of it and trim those ends!
The next step is precision braiding. There is no hair left out of place here!
Milena creates her looks through layers of precision braids. She makes sure to clip the previous ones into place before working on the next one.
That kind of attention to detail creates works like this one. Who can complain?
There is a lot that can be done if everything is kept in place while working. Hair clips helped to create this!
It’s not just about the surface braids. Milena creates sections to work with under those braids as she goes along, adding new depth.
You can see the parted sections falling loose from the bottom in this image. It just adds to the look.
The sections are also obvious in this one. In fact, they make the look!
This style is closer to what we’re used to seeing. Milena still manages to add her own style to it.
Not all of these styles are tightly woven. This one creates its own sense of freedom.
There will always be room for a few more braids. It’s just how you look at it!
Milena weaves the hair as she goes, creating those flat but elegant patterns we love. Perfection!
The large braiding doesn’t have to stop just because she reaches past the base of the skull. This can go on almost forever!
Intricate hairstyles can take a while to complete. The look is well worth it.
Once complete, these hairstyles are true works of art. Who wouldn’t want to wear this look?
#72 Even more possibilities
If you thought there were limits to the types of braids, here’s something to change your mind. The options for braiding are almost limitless.
Milena incorporated loose hair into these braids. The result is stunning.
Loose hair creates a contrast when paired with braiding. This result is nearly magical.
Are you ready for a change in hairstyle? We are!
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