These braids are arranged into a fiery looking faux-hawk. Colorful eye shadow and a nude lip complete the look.
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Something's Fishy
Small braids woven around the top of your head add even more flair to an intricate fishtail braid.
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Accessorize Properly
Take your topknot to new heights with box braids, circle sunnies and piled-on jewelry.
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Ups and Downs
Okay, so we threw in one celebrity. But Kerri Hilson's take on the half-up/half-down look was just begging to be shared. The braids, pulled back away from her face, complement her slightly smoky eye makeup.
Everyone may be buzzing about lobs and pixies, but one hairstyle that's perpetually trendy? Braids. From pretty, plaited buns to structural cornrows to fabulous box braids, we've rounded up our favorite braided African American hairstyles. We scoured Pinterest and Instagram to find the trendiest, most-liked ways to braid your hair. Check out the swoon-worthy braids you need to try this season. Bonus: Some of these braids you can leave in for weeks to give your hair a break from damaging heat styling.