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?

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below." There's something undeniably alluring about the classic French braid. With a few twists of the wrists ...

Braids are beloved for a myriad of reasons. They act as a protective style and lead to low manipulation of your natural hair, they're a fun way to add personality to a look, and they're a creative ...

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 ...

The three-strand braid is one way to level up your hairstyle, but there's only one way to kick it up a notch: the french braid. This over-under plait has been woven throughout history — from ancient ...

Ever since designer Alexander Wang sent models down his catwalk sporting long, ropey side-braids, red carpets have been teeming with celebs wearing the style. Perfect for spring and incredibly easy to ...