Fulani braids are not just ordinary braids. They come with a story because these knits can symbolize social status, origin, and even wealth. They are very popular in South Africa, where women style them for centuries.

Furlani braids also have a different braiding technique because they use cornrows for half of the head and are braided from front to back.

Fulani Braids

Women love Furlani braids and accessorize the knits with cuffed beads, shells, hair rings, and even coins that, in some cultures, are passed along the generation. Alicia Keys is one of the celebrities that adores these braids and proudly wears them on any occasion.

If you want a hairstyle that lasts for even three months and protects your hair, Furlani braids are ideal for you.

Scoop throw the images below and find the best braids for you. Don’t forget to tell us in the comments which are your picks.

1. Blonde Fulani Braids

Create a half cornrow braid that acts as a part in the center of the head. On each side, start making the knits. At the ends, decorate each braid with wooden beads, shells, and cuffed beads. You can also decorate the middle braid with a shell that falls on the forehead.

2. Short Fulani Braids

Furlani braids don’t necessarily need to have a lot of lengths. You can pull off braids that reach your shoulders line and decorate the tips with wooden beads. You can also place a ring on the central twist that parts the braids on each side.

3. Jumbo Fulani Braids

When you love long hair, but you are not fortunate enough to have it, Jumbo hair is always something you can count on. Use it to style your Furlani braids, and nobody will notice that your natural hair is, in fact, short.

4. Fulani Braids with Curly Ends

For these Furlani braids, mix your black, natural hair with curly blonde hair extensions. Don’t secure them at the ends, you want to show off those curly tips, right?