Wearing box braids with color also makes for long, cascading plaits that are as stunning as they are long-lasting and protective. Janet Jackson and Brandy’s braided styles were iconic in the ’90s.

You can often spot yarn braids based on the bright color choices (even though black is definitely an option). Acrylic yarn is used to create this look, and many different styles can be created ...

Listen. Cornrows, box braids, Bantu knots, Senegalese twists, dookie braids and anything else requiring finger coordination to create a weaved hairstyle is and will always be of the Diaspora. It ...