Blake Lively's hair [1] is always something people look at when she steps onto the red carpet, eagerly anticipating what look she'll try next. While she's consistently experimenting with her colour [2], there's one hairstyle she always seems to go back to: plaits. Lively has attended many movie premieres, MET galas, and award shows with the plaited style, and it always looks breathtaking.
Ahead you'll find the best fishtails, French, and messy-braided ponytails [3] that Lively has worn throughout her career. Get ready to bookmark them all.
Sisterhood of the Travelling Pants Premiere 2008
In 2008, Lively added small braids to her beachy waves at The Sisterhood of the Travelling Pants premiere.
Emmy Awards 2009
At the Emmy Awards in 2009, Lively showed everyone how sexy a braid could be.
2011 Premiere of Green Lantern
In 2011, Lively wore a messy side ponytail with a braid and flower hair accessory to the premiere of Green Lantern.
Tiffany & Co Event 2011
While attending an event hosted by Tiffany & Co in 2011, Lively wore a loose side braid with face-framing pieces pulled out to soften the look.
BAFTA Brits to Watch Event 2011
Although Lively wore a chignon to the BAFTA Brits to Watch event in 2011, she added a French braid to the look.
Savages New York Premiere 2012
Lively's fishtail pony from the premiere of Savages in 2012 still gives us chills for being one of the hottest hairstyles we've ever seen grace the red carpet.
Grace of Monaco Premiere 2014
Lively softened her usual braided ponytail at the Grace of Monaco premiere.
2018 Crosby Hotel
In 2018, Lively paired her bold plaid outfit with a loose twisted braid while leaving the Crosby Hotel in New York.
Premiere of A Simple Favour 2018
While promoting her latest flick A Simple Favour, Lively wore a tight, braided ponytail at the nape of her neck with dark roots.