Triangular box braids are a unique style that'll definitely give your hair some edge. The star-shaped pattern it creates, as well as the two-toned hair colors, will definitely turn heads - and the ...

Brandee Evans' small stitch braids lead into a gorgeous sculptural braided updo. Take this as a sign not to be afraid to experiment with abstract shapes when it comes to protective hairstyles. Singer ...

Box braids are a popular protective hairstyle that can be both stylish and functional. They offer a way to manage your hair while keeping it healthy. With the right styling hacks, you can elevate your ...

Braids are one of the most versatile hairstyles, working as protective styles, polished everyday looks, and statement-making updos. From French curl braids and goddess braids to cornrows, micro braids ...

Big braid hairstyles are impossible to ignore—and that’s exactly the point. Defined by their fuller shape, eye-catching plays ...

For most people, the term "updo" elicits visions of prom hairstyles and wedding looks — not to mention hours spent in a chair at a salon. But despite the first images your brain might conjure up, ...

Kara Jillian Brown is the senior beauty editor of InStyle. She began her career at Well+Good, where she spent five years evolving from editorial intern to news writer to beauty writer. She earned a ...