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You're honoring history, after all. The two plaits, braided along the scalp originate from Native American and African cultures, but have a number of names, including French braids, Dutch braids and ...

Healthy hair is key to achieving beautiful braids that last all day long. Regularly trimming split ends prevents breakage ...

Nestled somewhere between the intricate plaited headband and your greasy, haven't-showered-in-a-week topknot, you'll find the ever-faithful french braid — a wildly easy style that, much to the wider ...

Danielle James is a New York-based journalist who covers all things fashion, beauty, and celebrity. She is also the founder of Model Citizen, a sustainable fashion company that encourages peer-to-peer ...

It’s chic, polished and keeps your hair away from your face — the classic French braid is one hairstyle every girl needs to master. Braiding guru Leana from MOB HAIR (@mob_hair) in Sydney takes us ...

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In case you haven’t noticed, braided headbands are shaping up to be one of the hottest hair trends of summer. Celebs such as Jennifer Lawrence, Dianna Agron and Lauren Conrad have all been spotted ...

Kara Jillian Brown is the beauty editor of InStyle. She began her career at Well+Good, where she spent five years evolving from editorial intern to news writer to beauty writer. She earned a ...

This gym-ready hairstyle is about to rule your next workout—no French braiding required. Watch the above video for the full, detailed tutorial then, if you're in ...

In 2025, the world of hairstyles is witnessing a remarkable comeback of French curl braids. These braids are not just a simple hairdo; they are a statement of elegance, versatility, and creativity.