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This feed-in jumbo braid updo on Teyonah Parris is achieved by adding a lot of pre-stretched braiding hair when creating the cornrows. Adding the extension to the look will give the braids more ...

Are you new to synthetic braided hairstyles? Or maybe you want to improve your haircare expertise? Whether you're looking for the best products for keeping your braids looking fresh, expert tips for ...

Christina Haack's signature braid is major inspo, adding intrigue to simple hairstyles. It's low effort, and provides texture ...

As our Cool for the Summer series continues, celebrity hairstylist Chris Appleton joins the 3rd Hour of TODAY to showcase style trends to keep you looking and feeling cool. He demonstrates a style ...

Danielle James is a New York-based journalist who covers all things fashion, beauty, and celebrity. She is also the founder of Model Citizen, a sustainable fashion company that encourages peer-to-peer ...

The act of protecting our natural hair in the form of box braids has been a mainstay in the Black hair community. Waist-length ‘Poetic Justice’ braids or a Maxine Shaw-inspired braided bob are a go-to ...

Box braids are one of the most popular styles for Summer vacation thanks to stars like Beyoncé and movies like Poetic Justice. This style uses synthetic, straight hair to create long plaits The term ...

Every item on this page was chosen by an ELLE editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. Timeless, sophisticated, chic...nope I’m not talking about an LBD, I’m referring to ...

Braids have long been an integral part of Black girl culture, serving not only as a stylistic expression of self or protective alternative, but also as a rich cultural homage. The style has evolved ...