Braids are such a fun protective style because they offer versatility. Here are 25 different ways to rock them.

Whether you’re looking for a low-maintenance hairstyle or are just ready to switch things up for the new season, box braids are an extremely versatile protective style that should always be in your ...

2. Opt for textured extension hair. To mirror the look in today's episode, you'll want to grab a few packs of textured kanekalon hair to wrap over your box braids to create the voluminous "bubble" ...

One of the most appealing things about box braids is that they’re low-maintenance, but that doesn’t mean they’re no-maintenance. Stasha Harris, hairdresser and owner of Magic Fingers Studio in ...

This feed-in jumbo braid updo on Teyonah Parris is achieved by adding a lot of pre-stretched braiding hair when creating the ...

BLACK WOMEN CAN PULL OFF ANY HAIRSTYLE. TO PROVE IT, WE’RE SHOWING YOU HOW TO CREATE THE ‘DOS WE LOVE WITH STEP-BY-STEP TUTORIALS. GRAB YOUR HAIR TOOLS AND FOLLOW ALONG. On this week’s episode of ...

In the world of protective styles, braids have remained an enduring favorite, with new variations continually emerging to fit ...

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On today’s episode of The Braid Up, we’re showing you a step-by-step on *the* definitive Black-girl staple style—yes you guessed it: stitch braids. They're an essential warm-weather look you should ...

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