Fulani braids

Beaded scalp plaits

Fulani braids are a hairstyle originating with the Fulani people of West Africa, characterized by thin to medium cornrows braided toward the center or sides of the head, often incorporating a distinctive central braid running front to back and smaller braids framing the face.

The style typically features beads, cowrie shells, or metal cuffs woven into the braids: She got Fulani braids with gold cuffs for the summer.

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baby hair · edge control · gel · beads · cowrie shells · knotless · protective style · natural hair · texture · weave · extensions · salon · detangling · moisturize · silk scarf · satin pillowcase · bonnet · African

Opposites
hair texture/state

Fulani braidswash and go

Hair needing no styling

blowout · straight hair

hair length and coverage

Fulani braidsbuzz cut

Close-cropped military hairstyle

bald head · shaved head · cropped hair · pixie cut · crew cut

styling complexity

Fulani braidsbedhead

Mussed morning coiffure

Family

Fulani, braid, braids, braided, braiding

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Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Rated G