Picking out the color of your next set of braids is a major decision. It’s beyond just a fashion statement; it determines the era you’re entering and the season of life you’re in. The color of your ...

With so many variations, from classic three-strand braids to box braids and cornrows, braiding is both versatile and empowering. Here are the basic techniques to master braiding, helping you create ...

Presented in partnership with the Women’s Professional Rodeo Association (WPRA), the event is officially sanctioned — meaning prize money counts toward competitors’ world standings.

In professional and social settings where natural Black hair ... has now become a financial commitment for many Black women. “In 2014, a full set of box braids could cost me around $120,” said LaWonda ...

Burke's Braiding Academy in West Hempstead offers classes on braiding, locs and more, celebrating natural hair and cultural heritage.

But a consumer watchdog’s laboratory analysis has found that the synthetic hair frequently used for box braids and faux locs may carry a price beyond the stylist’s fee. A study from Consumer ...