Autumn’s reign is nigh. In other words, for many, it’s time to trade in protective styles for silk presses and billowy blowouts. But, if you fall into the underrepresented camp of year-long braid ...

Kimberly Burke was just 10 years old when braiding came to her rescue for the first time. "I started braiding my dolls’ hair when I went into foster care," the Freeport native, now 55, recalls.

These days, planning your outfits and hairstyles is as much of an important part of festival planning as checking the lineup. With factors like weather, accessories, and how long you are going to have ...