Box braids are far from new (who could forget Janet Jackson's iconic Poetic Justice look in the '90s?), but within the past year or so they've been popping up more frequently on celebrities such as ...

Braids have been an iconic hairstyle for Black women for centuries. Over time, braiding has evolved into countless styles, from intricate cornrows to bold box braids. A new trend taking the braiding ...

In the world of protective styles, braids have remained an enduring favorite, with new variations continually emerging to fit various looks and lifestyles. From the classic French braid to the bold ...

Protective styles are great during the summer. They allow your edges to be tucked away and protect your natural hair from damage. Triangle box braids and box braids are especially popular during the ...

There are protective styles, and then there's the protective style: box braids. The two are basically synonymous at this point, as box braids are not only protective but also incredibly convenient and ...

Omenaa Boakye is a fashion and beauty writer and editor from the UK. Her byline has appeared in The London Times, Stylist, Brides, and BET, amongst others. If you're looking for a protective style to ...

When it comes to protective styles — hairstyles that guard roots and ends from manipulation and environmental elements — box braids are some of the most popular. You can wear them long, short, in a ...

There are two types of women: Those who love to play in their hair, and those who just want to be done with it already. Somehow, box braids work for both. If you're in the first group, you can try ...