Minka Kelly's romantic braid really pops thanks to the sparkling necklace-turned-hairpiece pinned in her hair. Steal the look: pin your braid with those broken or missing-a-match pieces of jewelry you can't bear to toss.

Fan Bingbing's ultra-braided look has larger-than-life cornrows that coil into an artfully twisted bun.

Okay, so maybe we haven't sworn off of topknots forever. Colbie Caillat breathed new life into the trend with a reverse braid that snaked up the back of her head and wound into a messy bun set high on her head.

Frida Kahlo was the inspiration for this braided headband from the Rebecca Minkoff Spring 2014 runway show. Three four-strand braids were wrapped around the models' heads, sprayed with TRESemmé Fresh Start Color Care Dry Shampoo and then mussed for a lived-in feel.

Spotted on the Rodarte F/W 2014 runway: hippie braids taken to the next level with a messy rosette. The half-up, half-down style is ideal for keeping thick, wavy hair out of your face.