Dating back 5000 years, braids have long played a significant role in the expression of Black women. The origin of hair-braiding can be traced back to 3500 BC, where the Himba people of Namibia ...

Beyond their practicality, braids offer endless room for creativity, especially when you want to refresh a familiar look. One ...

For many of us growing up in the early aughts, traditional cornrows were a quick style that could last through a chaotic grade school day. With some children — definitely not referring to ourselves ...

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Hairstyles deeply rooted in tradition are making a confident return – and for African women, it’s more than just a trend. Across the country, more and more women are turning to cornrows and tribal ...