Summer is here which means it’s braid season. I love having knotless braids in the summer; being able to jump in the pool or ocean without worrying about my natural hair is undefeated. Read more: How to keep your boho…
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How to wash box braids and make them last without damaging your hair
Knotless box braids can be expensive. I live in New York City, so I treat getting my hair done as an investment. If I can make a silk press last a month, I’m definitely going to stretch the life of…
Why I prefer goddess braids over boho braids
Boho braids, goddess braids, gypsy braids, Zoe Kravitz braids. These are some of the trendiest styles of box braids right now and often, the names are all used interchangeably. Boho braids, characterized by effortlessly cool loose pieces throughout, are arguably…
Let’s talk about the price of box braids
It was 2020, the depths of the pandemic, when I decided to try doing box braids on myself. New York City was under lock down, salons were closed, and all the braiders I knew weren’t doing home appointments. After watching…
I’ve been wearing knotless braids since the early 2000s — Here’s why they’re better than regular box braids
I love box braids. I’ve been wearing them for as long as I can remember. I have very fond memories of sitting between my aunt Jacqueline’s legs as she braided my hair in the summer, which allowed me to have…
Dos and Don’ts of boho braids
Boho braids are one of the most beautiful braided hairstyles. If you want to switch it up from your usual knotless braids, the effortlessly messy yet glamorous look of bohemian braids may be what you’re looking for. However, these braids…