Around the world in twelve styles
Your next look might come from the other side of the map.
Braids from Dakar, bobs from Paris, trenzas from Oaxaca — styles and colors from every corner of the diaspora. Find one you love, then search your block for a shop that can do it.
West Africa — Fulani people
Fulani braids
A center part with cornrows braided toward the face, finished with wooden beads, cowrie shells or gold cuffs. Traditionally worn to show heritage and status.
Espresso brownJet blackGolden cuffs
Southern Africa — Zulu tradition
Bantu knots
Hair sectioned and twisted into sculptural mini knots. Protective while worn, and unravels into a beautiful defined twist-out.
Jet blackDeep burgundy tips
Senegal
Senegalese twists
Silky two-strand rope twists, waist-grazing and light on the scalp. Gorgeous worn long, in a high bun, or swept to one side.
Honey brown ombréCopperNatural black
Paris, France
French bob
A chin-length crop with wispy fringe — effortless, cheeky, and perpetually chic. Air-dries beautifully on wavy textures.
Chocolate brownWarm brunetteSoft black
Sweden & Norway
Scandinavian balayage
Hand-painted icy blonde that melts into ash-brown roots — cool, seamless, and low-maintenance as it grows out.
Icy blondeAsh brown rootsPearl toner
Greece
Grecian goddess braids
Soft ribboned braids with a regal, classical feel — a wedding and celebration favorite since antiquity.
Dark chestnutCaramel highlights
Japan — Heian court
Hime cut
The 'princess' cut: straight fringe with cheek-length sidelocks framing the face. Sharp, glossy, and unmistakably elegant.
Glossy jet blackBlue-black
Seoul, South Korea
Korean hush cut
Feathered, airy layers that whisper around the face — light as air and endlessly flattering on straight and wavy hair.
Ash brownMushroom beigeDark mocha
India
Jasmine braid
A long, thick braid woven with fresh jasmine or marigold — worn for weddings, festivals, and everyday elegance.
Raven blackHenna auburn
Mexico
Trenzas con listón
Two long braids woven with colorful ribbons, rooted in Indigenous tradition and still worn with pride at every celebration.
Dark brownRed & green ribbons
Brazil
Brazilian waves
The famous blowout — big, bouncy, touchable waves with mirror shine and serious movement.
Caramel brondeHoney highlights
Dominican Republic
Dominican blowout
The legendary 'doobie' finish — silk-pressed body, bounce and shine, achieved with rollers and a hooded dryer.
Dark chestnutEspressoWarm black