The Best Braided Hairstyles to Wear This Year, According to a Celebrity Braider

Of all the braided hairstyles out there, cornrows are about as classic as it gets. "Cornrows lie flat along the scalp, thus reducing bulkiness and making it easy to wear a hat or scarf," Charles says. "You can dress them up, put them into a bun or leave them hanging."

Since this style leaves much of the scalp exposed, Charles recommends using hair oil to ensure the scalp and new growth stay moisturized.