Braids are beloved for a myriad of reasons. They act as a protective style and lead to low manipulation of your natural hair, they're a fun way to add personality to a look, and they're a creative ...

When Lauren Conrad surprised us all with her trendy bob, our first thought: "But where will we get our sweet braid inspo?" Lauren is a successful fashion designer and author, true, but she may be best ...

Kara Jillian Brown is the 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 ...

Every product on this page was chosen by a Harper's BAZAAR editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. You don't need the long, flowing mane of Queen B or Blake Lively to ...

There are protective styles, and then there's the protective style: box braids. The two are basically synonymous at this point, as box braids are not only protective but also incredibly convenient and ...

Braids are some of the most impactful yet easy, pared-down styles to create on all types of hair. From french braids to parting plaits, there are so many different ways to incorporate braids into your ...