10 Secure the look with an invisible hairband and don't worry about tidying up your top knot, it is what makes the look so effortless Credit: David Cummings - The Sun ...

SECURE IT: Wrap remaining braid around the knot, fastening with bobby pins as you go. Weave the loose end into center and pin. Finish with a shine spray like Catwalk by TIGI Camera Ready, $21.

Knotless braids, paired with Bantu knot ends, emerged as a statement style in 2023. This fusion of African and contemporary styles resulted in a visually striking and culturally rich hairstyle.