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Growing up, I wasn’t allowed to wear my hair braided.
Classic Box Braids
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Classicbox braidsare always a good idea.
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These braids work on all hair typesand it doesn’t take much effort or tools to achieve the look.
Byrdie Tip
Channel Kelly Rowland’s jumbo-sized ponytail in a few easy steps.
Complete with a tiny rubber band at the end.
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Braided Lob
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Danai Gurira is the queen of versatility.
From the beads to the finishing afro puff, everything about this style feels fresh and absolutely stunning.
Braided Locs
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Chloe and Halle Bailey always showcase the versatility of locs.
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Here, a couple of mini braids and satin headbands help the duo’sbeehivestyles shine.
Throw in some hair charms of your choice and you’re good to go!
My personal favorite is a bright red lip and dewy skin.
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Don’t be afraid to frame the face with loose pieces of hair to add texture.
you’re able to wear her cornrowed crown with the back of your hair pulled up or down.
She completed her ‘do with sleek, swirly edges.
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Micro-Mini Braids
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Zoe Kravitz is the queen of rockingmicro braidsover the years.
She also used a bit of gel to style her edges as a final touch.
Any of the 26 styles above are great options for natural hair.
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One that can easily be done at home is cornrows.
They are an easy natural braided hairstyle that can be worn for just about any occasion.
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