Cornrows — or variations of them — are one of the oldest black hairstyles around, and black celebrities have been rocking them for decades. Take a look: ...

A contemporary photographer pays homage to the late J.D. ’Okhai Ojeikere, famous for his images ... portrait of a heart-shaped hairstyle after a similar black-and-white image by Ojeikere.

Black women in athletics have always faced scrutiny over their hair, from Venus Williams’ being penalized over her famous beaded hairstyle and controversy over swim caps for natural hair to the ...

Need inspiration for the next time you want to change up your look? We heart these celebrities—and their hairstyles. Celebrity stylist Kristan Serafino breaks down each 'do. Need inspiration for ...

Channel the retro beauty of yesteryear as hairstyles made famous by Black women get a revival. Kiss curls: We love the iconic wavy baby hair formation seen at Philipp Plein, paired with cornrows ...

Obama said. Attitudes about natural Black hairstyles, such as braids and dreadlocks, have shifted. Earlier this year, the House passed the Crown Act, legislation that would prohibit discrimination ...

Only forbidding an Afro hairstyle has been found to be discriminatory. For the most part, black employees who are challenged on the issue have simply shed their hairstyles and complied with ...

"Black hair and hairstyles are frequently yet another pretext for discrimination," Oliver said. "So tonight, let's talk about it, and let's start by understanding why Black hair is so important." ...

Kari Williams has worked to make her natural hair salon a refuge for black Angelenos, including those who’ve felt pressured to alter their hairstyles to hold on to a job. Some customers have ...

All around us we see a variety of Black natural hairstyles, from braids, twists and afros to Bantu knots, cornrows and locs. At times I’m in awe of the artistry used to create these unique ...