Braided hairstyles are all over social media these days, and if you're like us, you might be tempted to try one or two out. But the only thing holding us back from fashioning our hair into a braid?

To ensure your braided updo stays in place all day long, use strong hair ties or bobby pins. These accessories are essential ...

Braids have always been a versatile and timeless hairstyle, suitable for all occasions and hair types. From casual outings to ...

Simple braids can be a quick way to get your hair out of your face before a workout, while more complex braids can be dressed up or down. You can braid your own hair with some practice and patience or ...

I learned how to French braid in middle school, on a two-hour bus ride to a youth dance competition. When we arrived, a dozen perfectly plaited tweens filed off the school bus, in matching track suits ...

I have a deep love for simple protective styles. Sure, box braids and locs are super fun, but you can’t deny the appeal of a style that is gorge *and* doesn’t require you to sit in a salon chair for ...

It's not often that we suggest you take a cue from your childhood beauty routine (think: scrunchies), but we're making an exception when it comes to one of the newest hair trends: pigtail braids. They ...

Braiding your own hair doesn't have to be a struggle. In fact, there are several ways to improve your own hair braiding skills without being a natural beauty guru. It's all in tweaking your styling ...

Sorry, three-strand, french, and fishtail braids: we love you just as much as the next Pinterest diehards, but it's time to take our plaiting skills to the next level ...