Thankfully, the narrative is changing. In recent years, stars like Tyla, Lupita Nyong’o, and Zendaya have worn braids on red carpets. Luxury brands like Dior and Kenzo have sent models down the runway ...

Looking to switch up your protective style game? Knotless braids are taking over the beauty world, and we’re here for it! These modern takes on traditional box braids are gentler on your scalp and ...

In her new video series, Lay Your Edges, Sade Adeyina will show you quick and easy ways to style and maintain your hair, and this time around, she's going to show you five different ways to style box ...

Commitment is hard, which why I love a half-and-half protective hairstyle. Like, why lock yourself into to one look when you can mesh two together? On today's episode of Battle of the Braids, the ...

When it comes to box braids, the styling options are truly endless. You can switch up the braiding pattern or even add accessories if you really want to get creative. Wearing box braids with color ...

In beauty, trends come and go quickly. But when it comes to braids, the trend cycle isn’t as fast-paced. Knotless boho styles, with their tendrils and curls, have ruled the category over recent years ...

Braids are some of the most impactful yet easy, pared-down styles to create on all types of hair. From french braids to parting plaits, there are so many different ways to incorporate braids into your ...

Braiding traditions across the African diaspora both predate and defy the colonial confines set forth to erase and subjugate Black communities. Intricate cornrows in particular—whether they are the ...

IDK about you, but now that we’re in the swampiest, hottest part of summer, I’m officially over my puff hairstyles and twisted knots and looking for some new summer hair inspo. Enter: This week’s ...

Despite their storied history, history deemed braided hair as not buttoned-up enough for formal events. For as long as I can remember, the general guidance was to swap out your braids and plaits for ...