Alicia Keys took the Fulani braid—a style featuring cornrows in the front with box braids in the back—and made them her own.

Fulani braids have become mainstream over the last few years, a lot of which can be attributed to the Kardashians, particularly Kim and Khloe, who have worn the braids on several occasions.

Although knotless braids have been here for a while now, many people still don’t know the difference between these braids and the traditional braids. Currently knotless braids are the go-to when ...

Alicia Keys braids as they stand now blend the Fulani style with a curved cornrow and knotless ends. The braids themselves begin with a medium cornrow with a distinct “swirl” that’s reminiscent of a ...