When it comes to low-maintenance hairstyles, nothing beats a braid. They are easy to do, look good even when messy, and are super convenient for when you want to leave your hair alone for a few days.

For most people, the term "updo" elicits visions of prom hairstyles and wedding looks — not to mention hours spent in a chair at a salon. But despite the first images your brain might conjure up, ...