Some stylists use a hairnet to secure the puffs and create a more rounded shape, while others prefer to leave them a little undone.

More than 300 people filled the Cadence Bank Center on Wednesday evening for a Texas Department of Transportation information session regarding proposed changes to Interstate 35 and Interstate ...

From intricate Bantu knots to free-flowing Fulani braids and natural hair twists, whichever style an African woman wears, her ...

The idea is that most of your natural hair is tucked away, often in a braided hairstyle or under a wig or weave — and even if ...

Renowned for styling Beyoncé and Solange, Nigerian-American artist Susan 'Susy' Oludele has created a new braided crown that ...

Accent your protective style with beads, barrettes, or clips. If you already have shorter hair and want a braided style that ...

Box braids are one of the most popular protective hairstyles for natural hair. They are stylish, long-lasting, and help your hair grow while reducing daily maintenance. Learning how to braid box ...

You’ll find different styles, with tips on how to bring your chosen look to life. Call it your visual wishlist or braid planning guide. If you’re considering a hair change soon, start here. Braids are ...

I’ve been a box braids girlie for about five years now. When I was younger, I used to hate box braids, but that’s only because I didn’t know what to do with them. I usually had them black and straight ...

Subscribe to The St. Louis American‘s free weekly newsletter for critical stories, community voices, and insights that matter. Sign up The braided hairstyles many Black women and children wear are ...

Braids are a protective style that have culturally lasted the test of time. They not only allow Black women to connect more deeply with their heritage, but they’re also a fun and dynamic way to ...