Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. When it comes to protective styles, braids will forever be a fan favorite. They can be chic or casual, depending on how you decide ...

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Plaits are popping up everywhere! See how stars — from Kim Kardashian West to Katie Holmes — are sporting different versions of this certifiably hot look Not in the mood for a traditional plait?

Jason Merritt/Getty Images Actress Jennifer Lawrence, at "The Hunger Games" premiere in Los Angeles, wears a mussed yet classy loose braid.Jason Merritt/Staff Actress Keke Palmer twists her braid to ...