All linked products are independently selected by our editors. If you purchase any of these products, we may earn a commission. Shortly after my big chop, I vowed to stick with my short afro for at ...

Marsai Martin went all out '90s for her appearance at the Lexus Uptown Honors Hollywood event in Los Angeles. The Black-ish actor, and Little producer, wore a flawless box braid bob that threw it all ...

Protective style season will be here before we know it, and there's no look in the spring and summer months that's more fitting for the season than box braids. Convenient and easy to maintain, box ...

Actress Thandie Newton is a frequent subject of our admiration when it comes to her personal style and stunning good looks. Her penchant for head-turning frocks and that halo of carefree curls are ...

The “wet” look is making waves this year, with stars like like MJ Rodriguez and Zendaya sporting the style. A good mousse or styling gel will provide enough texture and sleekness to your ‘do. Also ...

Protective hair styling is a black girl’s best friend during summer. The extreme heat can be a hassle and to deal with and humidity doesn’t make it any better. While there are a handful of protective ...

Protective hairstyles — hairstyles that protect the shaft and ends of the hair — are a big part of the natural hair community. Among wigs, weaves, dreadlocs, twists, and braids, box braids (braids ...

To find the braiders on this list, we polled dozens of New Yorkers with braids, including writers, models, and makeup artists. They told us about the stylists they trust to perfect a braided bob, ...

For a fun iteration on red box braids, add in curled ends. This will also keep ends from fraying quickly. For weekend brunches or important meetings, high ponytails are a great style. Get Even More ...