Long History of Braided Hairstyles
Historical records indicate that women have been wearing braided hairstyles for millennia. Throughout history, braids have been used to identify tribes, marital status, religions, and social status. In Ancient Egypt, for example, those who had many braids were seen as a symbol of material wealth.
Braided Hairstyles for Afro Hair
The oldest African braid is the type braid nago, which consists of a low braid, close to the scalp. During the period of slavery in Brazil, braids were used to identify the tribes of origin of the slaves and even as maps and routes for planned escapes.
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Modernity and globalization have also reached braids, which in Afro hair represent style, confidence, strength and identity of the person who wears them, showing their characteristics in the various types and styles of hairstyles with braids.
Cornrows are very popular among those going through hair transition periodThat is, transitioning from some type of straightening or chemical treatment to returning to wearing your hair in its natural state.
During this period, braids are very beneficial because they prevent the need to cut your hair completely. Braids are also an excellent option because they are typically worn with natural hair and can be in any texture or condition. For a skilled hairdresser, it is possible to create low braids on slightly shorter hair.
With modernity and the evolution of time, braids have also undergone changes in their types, names, and meanings, and especially in the diversity of people using this type of hairstyle. Braids are used in practically all hair types: Afro, curly, curly and straight.
Afro Braids Trends
In current models, there are ramifications of the nagô braids. Below we explore some modern trends:
