Dutch scalp braid designs

A Dutch scalp braid crosses the strands underneath to create a visible raised effect. This selection shows how it changes with different paths, two rows or lengths gathered into an updo.

Rear view of a single raised Dutch braid running straight down the centre of the head, with the loose tail down the back — Single central Dutch braid One raised braid from the forehead to the nape, the foundation for everything else.

Two parallel Dutch scalp braids with a centre part, ending in two loose lengths — Classic double Dutch braids Two parallel braids with a centre part and clearly visible raised texture.

Side Dutch braid crossing diagonally across the back of the head — Side Dutch braid The diagonal path concentrates volume on one side and finishes over the shoulder.

Two upside-down Dutch braids running up from the nape and ending in two high buns — Upside-down Dutch braids with high buns Both braids start at the nape, run upwards and finish in two buns.

Two Dutch braids joined in a low bun at the centre of the nape — Low bun with double Dutch braids The two braids meet at the nape to form a compact updo.

An upside-down Dutch braid runs up from the nape and finishes in a high ponytail — Upside-down Dutch braid with a high ponytail The braid runs up from the nape and joins the rest of the hair in a high ponytail.

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