For centuries, braids have served as more than just a hairstyle for Black women. They carry deep cultural significance, embodying identity and personal expression. From cornrows to box braids, these ...

Braided fishing lines date back to the origins of modern fishing tackle. It was first made by braiding natural materials like silk or horse tails together to make a line capable of fighting fish.

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 ...

Braiding is more than a hairstyle. For generations, African American hair braiding styles have held deep cultural significance, telling stories of survival, status and self-expression. What may seem ...

For so many of us, summertime invokes memories of parents braiding our hair for vacation or trips to the salon for cornrows. For generations, braiding has been both a nostalgic and cultural part of ...

African hair, celebrated for its versatility and unique texture, is often styled in braids for both aesthetics and manageability. However, knowing the optimal duration to keep braids in and how to ...

Jordan Rice had never been a customer at an African hair braiding shop in New York. But when she read Jocelyn Bioh’s “Jaja’s African Hair Braiding,” she saw her friends, her family and even herself in ...