Y’all, it’s been a week. And even though I can’t really put out the dumpster fire that is the world right now, I can give you a little distraction. This week on The Braid Up, we’re featuring a classic ...

Ask around, and there are a few things people think you should just know how to do, like riding a bike or playing spades. Another is knowing how to do and maintain cornrows, which is a staple ...

Flower crowns and feather headpieces are so passé. If you’re meeting us in NOLA forESSENCE Fest or heading to another summer destination, prepare to be the ‘mane’ attraction in some of our favorite ...

Cornrows are a hairstyle that will never go out of fashion. Not only do cornrows look stylish, but they also provide several benefits for your hair’s health. Once you have your cornrows done the style ...

Word to the wise: it’s time to swap your braided topknot for a cornrow ponytail. First made popular via Brandy as Moesha Mitchell, Janet Jackson in Poetic Justice, and other ‘90s Black television show ...

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, ...

Cornrows are a staple hairstyle in the Black community. The style can be complicated to execute without practice. Follow this step-by-step photo tutorial on how to cornrow your hair at home. Ask ...