When it comes to protective styles, braids will forever be a fan favorite. They can be chic or casual, depending on how you decide to rock them. While a sophisticated braided bob can elevate the class ...

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 ...

Box braids are one of the most popular styles for Summer vacation thanks to stars like Beyoncé and movies like Poetic Justice. This style uses synthetic, straight hair to create long plaits The term ...

If you’re looking for a hairstyle that combines elegance, versatility, and cultural pride, goddess twists might just be your next go-to. Rooted in African hair traditions, goddess twist braids are a ...

Teen Vogue drew the ire of #BlackTwitter again, after running an editorial about Senegalese Twists that featured mostly White and light skinned women. This all began when Elaine Welteroth, the ...

A side braid is perfect if you want something different but simple. Just gather all your hair on one side of your shoulder ...

Braids are perfect styles for all seasons but twist braids are even better! Learn how to get them styled in simple steps.. Because they are not high maintenance in any way, they come just versatile as ...

In this Aug. 1, 2012 photo, stylist Cliff Freeman braids the hair of Danielle Maddox, 25, at Maxine salon’s Braid Bar in Chicago. Salons from Los Angeles to New York and cities in between are opening ...

Although mini braids and mini twists belong to the same family of protective styles, there are visible and significant differences between them. Mini braids are tight and structured with a defined ...