Dating back 5000 years, braids have long played a significant role in the expression of Black women. The origin of hair-braiding can be traced back to 3500 BC, where the Himba people of Namibia ...

Beyond their practicality, braids offer endless room for creativity, especially when you want to refresh a familiar look. One ...

Hair braiding transcends simple aesthetics to become a cultural cornerstone for many people of color. These protective styles deliver both convenience and expression while providing natural hair a ...

I will never forget the first time I saw Fulani braids. I was obsessed for a plethora of reasons: their versatility, the unique patterns they created with hair, the beautiful tricolor combinations ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Tiana Randall is a writer whose work intersects style and sports. “Zoe Kravitz’s braids are an epidemic,” says one TikTok user in ...

Hairstyles deeply rooted in tradition are making a confident return – and for African women, it’s more than just a trend. Across the country, more and more women are turning to cornrows and tribal ...

They come in all different sizes, styles, colors and amounts. Just like at some restaurants, you can get your braids done your way at Anniston's First African Braiding. "(After we finish braiding) we ...