Knotless box braids are a low-tension alternative to traditional box braids — here's what you need to know before getting them. ... buns, and updos, because they appear less thick," Taylor says.

These modern takes on traditional box braids are gentler on your scalp and incredibly versatile. ... Gone are the days of basic buns. Today’s knotless braid updos are architectural masterpieces.

Learn how to create jumbo knotless box braids with this easy tutorial from braider Stasha Harris. Plus, every tip, ... in a bun, half up, half down, etc.—so your options are pretty endless.

Knotless box braids have exploded in popularity over the last few years and are a convenient braided hairstyle to wear year-round. Another variation of box braids, this style is characterized by ...

At Aminata, box braids, whether knotless or not, cost $140 for hair that reaches the back and $180 for waist-length. Image Amanda Spence, a client at Aminata African Hair Braiding in Harlem, after ...

Gipsy box braids with layers mix curls and knotless braids are unique. ... A half-up bun is a trendy version of large box braids, a common hairstyle in African American culture.

Long, short, hot pink or natural, box braids are the classic that just won't quit. Regarding the style's recently renewed popularity, Annagjid "Kee" Taylor points to the flow of cultural shifts.

Knotless braids are a hairstyle that seemingly offer, well, everything. "The pros of knotless braids include hair growth, styling flexibility, and they are weightless and pain-free," says Pearl ...

You can tie your hair up in a bun or ponytail, and sleep comfortably immediately after with knotless braids." Before your next appointment, we rounded up some knotless looks — and some pro tips ...