Cynthia Erivo had one request when it came to Elphaba’s hair. Erivo, 37, opened up about the micro braids she donned while playing Elphaba in Wicked, while chatting with Variety on Tuesday, December ...

Every so often, a protective style comes along that completely shakes up the hair community. Boho braids are a perfect example, going from a simple concept to a cult favorite almost overnight. Now, a ...

In 1994, Chuckie Amos was a student at NYC’s Fashion Institute of Technology, styling classmates’ hair for $10 a pop. One day, Amos’ friend tapped him to help on a magazine shoot. “I met a girl with ...

Cynthia Erivo is opening up about the special nuances she brought to her character in Wicked. In a new interview with Variety, Erivo, 37, details how Elphaba, whom she portrays in the film, came to ...

These days, it's sort of rare to see the style — which was popularized by stars like Brandy in the '90s — because some people consider it dated, but we beg to differ. Micro braids (and braided wigs) ...

Jaja’s realistically encapsulates one day’s worth of work in a Harlem-based braid shop. Clients of all backgrounds come in asking for different styles: everything from sew-ins to micro braids. And if ...

Long micro braids are this season’s ultimate fusion of artistry and protective styling. These tiny, delicate braids are intricately woven close to the scalp and cascade to shoulder length or beyond, ...

Braiding has long been more than just a hairstyle in the Black community — it is a tradition, a statement of identity and a ...

This spring, we're all about effortless, airy hairstyles that scream romance. Ahead, 19 of our favorite styles, featuring ...