Tired of doing the same old feed-in braids every couple of months? Yeah, I feel you. That’s why this week on The Braid Up, we’re highlighting a totally different style to add to your rotation: the ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. When it comes to protective styles, braids will forever be a fan favorite. They can be chic or casual, depending on how you decide ...

1. B raiding hair extensions are a must for this look. Even if you don’t think you need them, trust me, you do—they’re basically the only way to give your butterfly braids major length and volume. 3.

“Make it big and fluffy!” In this butterfly braids tutorial, you’ll learn how to create full, voluminous braids with that soft, textured finish everyone loves. From sectioning and product prep to ...

Trust me when I say that you’ve *never* seen a mohawk this stunning before. Not only is this butterfly-inspired style an obvious visual masterpiece, it’s also super versatile and a solid protective ...

Butterfly locs are the most recent edition of faux loc protective styles. The '90s-inspired, low-tension hairstyle uses water wave braiding hair to achieve a more carefree and textured version of the ...

This adorable kids braids hairstyle features butterfly and heart designs created with neat stitch braiding techniques. Perfect for school, parties, or special occasions, this style is both playful and ...

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Like many Black women, I grew up wearing protective styles to give my natural or processed hair a break. When I was young, I was devoted to braids — cornrows and box braids in particular. As an adult, ...

Black women have been innovating with braid styles for centuries as a symbol of culture and self-expression — and of course for protection. Whether it's celebrities who have popularised a style, a ...