Like fashion, hairstyle trends come and go with the seasons.
However, braided styles have stood the test of time especially for Black women.
Try this look when you want your makeup to take center stage.
Candace Parker
WNBA champion Candace Parker’s high braided ponytail is simple and perfect for any season.
Leave the braided hair loose or use a weave ponytail to achieve this fun look.
The “Judas and the Black Messiah” actress paired her cornrows with a fresh makeup look.
Taura Stinson
Looking for a way to try out blond hair?
Ask your hairstylist to add highlights to your cornrows like musician Taura Stinson’s cute golden style.
Yaya DaCosta
Are you looking for a way to style your natural hair for an event?
Try model and actressYaya DaCosta’s beautiful updo with mini cornrows.
Paired with a low bun, this look can be dressed up or down.
Tracee Ellis Ross
Tracee Ellis Ross is frequently spotted in creatively styled braids.
Be sure to save this style for your next formal event.
The “Like a Boy” singer left her braided locks hanging over a turtleneck jumpsuit.
Ella Balinska
Ella Balinska looked stunning at the 2021 Fashion Awards (viaWWD).
For the event, the actress gathered large cornrows together in a bun at the nape of her neck.
you might recreate this look by matching hair accessories with your jewelry.
Use this as inspiration for a fashion-forward look.
Tia Mowry-Hardrict
Keep your style simple like actress Tia Mowry-Hardrict.
Jourdan Dunn
Get model Jourdan Dunn’s waist-length cornrow hairstyle by varying your braid sizes.
This cool look is perfect for multiple occasions and suits several makeup looks.
Try this when you want a flexible braided style.
Gabrielle Union
Get actress and authorGabrielle Union’s gorgeous look.
The “Bring It On” star added wooden beads and gold accessories to her mid-length Fulani braids.
Halsey
Are you looking to take your straight-back cornrows to the next level?
Try Halsey’s easy and cute half-up, half-down braids from the 2017 Jingle Ball (viaTeen Vogue).
Try this if you’re also rocking the side buzzcut.
Serayah McNeill
Actress and singer Serayah McNeill turned heads with ombre blond Fulani braids.
The former “Empire” star coupled her cute hairstyle with a natural makeup look.
The actress completed the look by gathering the braids in a low ponytail.
She rocked long, black cornrows with white accessories woven into her braids.
Sho Madjozi
Sho Madjozi put a twist on her Fulani braids.
The rapper and singer added platinum blond hair and styled her cornrows into a high bun.
Jada Pinkett Smith
Easily achieveJada Pinkett Smith’s classic cornrow hairstyle.
The braids matched perfectly with her gold jewelry and bold red lip.
Rihanna
Superstar Rihanna further proved braids can be high fashion.
Lil' Mo
Lil' Mo kept it fun for the “Power"premiere.
Regina King
Regina Kinglooked elegant when she wore cornrows with a side part.
The multi-hyphenate talent completed her look by wrapping her braids into a low bun.
Try this style for any event.
She paired the style with a glam makeup look.
Try this with curls of any length.
Make this look your own by adding your favorite color to your braids.
Jackson completed the look with shimmery eyes and a coral lip.
Make this look your own by trying your favorite color.
The “Passing” star’s look featured an old Hollywood-esque pinned bang.
Sanaa Lathan
Actress Sanaa Lathan debuted a fun ‘do onInstagram.
The actress rocked cornrows braided straight back into space buns, which were wrapped in metallic gold string.
Justine Skye
Justine Skye remixed her signature purple hair for a laidback back, sporty look.
The “Back for More” singer braided her cornrows into a high ponytail and added a smokey eye.
