No matter your length or texture, a classic French braid is a timeless and chic staple. Start the style higher than you’d expect, layering sections taut or loose depending on your desired results.

From braided ponytails to braided buns, take a look at all the best styles from ESSENCE Black Women In Hollywood.

This half-cornrow, half-curly style is elegant and trendy. Keke Palmer's fiery copper color adds extra wow-factor, but it'll look just as stunning with any hair color. "Braided baldies" became one of ...

Whether you're walking down the aisle, heading to a festival or just going out on Friday, consider your hairstyle covered. Excessively sleek hair could make an eye-popping fuchsia like this ...

Braids aren’t just for little girls anymore. Modern takes on braids can help you hide a bad hair day or get fancy for a night on the town. Try one of these braids the next time you’re looking for ...

Duchess of braids, Jennifer Morrison, wore the cutest little front guy with a girly ponytail last night that I insist you come ohhhhh and ahhhhh over. The back was pulled into a bouncy ponytail... I ...

Plaits and braids reign supreme in the beauty world, which is why every summer celebs and influencers go crazy for them. Lets face it, not only is the hairstyle forever cool, but it's also hella ...

Of Nicole Richie's many braided hairstyles, Fashion Development Director, Susan Cernek, found this mini crown braid look to be the perfect complement to her features and hair-length. Plus, it's ...