Welcome to It’s Textured, a column where we untangle the joy, trauma, confusion, and frustration that can come with Black ...

Tribal braids are a type of protective hairstyle inspired by traditional African braiding patterns that are rich in symbolism and culture. Often incorporating cornrows, box braids, and intricate ...

President Donald Trump’s tariffs are driving up prices for products many Black women consider essential, squeezing shoppers and stylists even more as they grapple with inflation and higher rents.

The box braids [we saw in] the ‘90s and [even today] aren’t that different from the Eembuvi braids of Namibia or the chin-length bob braids of the women of the Nile Valley over 3,000 years ago. Women ...

Box braids Intricate patterns of box braids. Photo: @ferraribraids, @hbmstudios1 on Instagram (modified by author) Source: UGC. Men’s box braids use extensions that leave box patterns at the roots of ...

Fulani Braids. This is a combination of cornrows and box braids, often adorned with beads, originating from the Fulani people in northern Nigeria. French Braid. French braids are classic braids where ...

From Afros to box braids to weaves, Black hairstyles have evolved over the years. These hairstyles didn’t just appear from nowhere. Most of them date back to our African ancestors. Some of these ...

Everything to Know About Boho Knotless Box Braids, One of Summer’s Most Popular Protective Hairstyles. Your expert guide to boho knotless box braids, including what they are, cost, aftercare ...

From Boho and BoraBora, to Goddess, the world of knotless braids has truly taken off in a thousand different directions.At times, it can feel hard to keep up. It seems like every day on TikTok, a ...