The tradition of braiding black hair is deeply rooted in culture and history and it's more than a style. It's an expression ...

Braiding traditions across the African diaspora both predate and defy the colonial confines set forth to erase and subjugate ...

Braids represent more than just a hairstyle for millions of women—they embody cultural heritage, practical beauty, and personal expression. These protective styles have graced heads for ...

African celebrities have always been at the forefront of setting fashion trends, particularly when it comes to hairstyles ...

1. Beyoncé Lemonade Braids: These iconic braids, made famous by Beyoncé, are a timeless style reimagined for today. Perfect ...

In recent years, Johannesburg has quietly (and not so quietly) become one of the best cities in Africa to get your hair braided. Whether you're after intricate Fulani braids, classic cornrows, ...

Braids are more than just a hairstyle, they’re a long-standing tradition in Black communities, passed down through generations and worn for a number of reasons, from convenience to self-expression.

Braids date back at least 30,000 years. From cornrows to boho braids, for centuries women, particularly Black women and girls, have worn these styles for beauty, self-expression and protection.

Braids are more than just a hairstyle, they’re a long-standing tradition in Black communities, passed down through generations and worn for a number of reasons, from convenience to self-expression.