Annandale, Virginia  ·  Ten years of braiding

Braids that turn heads and treat your hair right.

Knotless, box braids, boho curls, twists, cornrows, locs, we do it all. Ten years in the chair, prices right here on the site, and a scalp that won't be sore in the morning.

  • Ten years braiding
  • Every price published
  • Open Tuesday to Sunday, 6am to 10pm

What we do

Whatever style you came for

Two cornrows or a full head of sister locks, we've got you. Tap a style for what's involved, how long you'll be with us and what it costs.

Knotless Braids

Feed-in braids with no knot at the root, so they sit lighter and flatter and treat your edges far better.

4 – 7 hours  ·  lasts 6 – 8 weeks

Box Braids

The classic that never goes anywhere. Crisp square partings, braided down to whatever length you want.

4 – 7 hours  ·  lasts 6 – 8 weeks

Boho & French Curl Braids

Braids finished with soft curls left loose through the length.

5 – 8 hours  ·  lasts 6 – 8 weeks

Passion Twists

Soft, wavy two-strand twists with gorgeous movement.

4 – 6 hours  ·  lasts 6 – 8 weeks

Cornrows, Ghana & Fulani Braids

Flat braids laid to the scalp, from two simple rows through to full stitch and Fulani patterns.

1 – 5 hours  ·  lasts 2 – 6 weeks

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Why our clients stay

Why our girls keep coming back

We know hair

Ten years, every texture, every style on the board. It's why our braids still look fresh in week six.

No surprise pricing

Every price is right here on the site. What we quote you on the phone is what you pay in the chair.

A shop you can relax in

Some styles keep you here most of the day. Ours is clean, calm and easy to sit in, so bring a snack and get comfortable.

Gentle hands

Say the word if anything feels tight and we'll loosen it right there. Nobody's leaving here with a sore scalp.

Our work

Recent braids from our chair

All our work, on our clients, shot right here in the shop.

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Good to know

Braiding questions we get asked most

Where is Black Girls De Braiding located?

We’re at 4121 Chatelain Rd #202, Annandale, VA 22003, serving Annandale, Falls Church, Alexandria, Springfield, Fairfax and the surrounding Northern Virginia area.

Do I need an appointment, or can I walk in?

We're open Tuesday to Sunday, 6am to 10pm, and Mondays by appointment. Give us a ring on (571) 705-9809 and we'll tell you what's free. Quick styles like men's cornrows we can usually fit in the same week.

Do I need to pay a deposit?

Yes. We take a $50 deposit to hold your appointment, and it comes off the price of your style on the day. Ring (571) 705-9809 and we'll sort it with you.

How much do braids cost?

Our full price list runs from $45 for cornrows under a wig up to $800 and above for a full sister locks install. Most protective styles land between $150 and $300 depending on size and length. Every price is published on our price list, and nothing is quoted only on the day.

Do you braid children’s hair?

We do, from about five years old, and we braid them gentle so they'll actually sit for it. Kids cornrows are $80, cornrow extensions $140.

How long does a braiding appointment take?

Anywhere from an hour for simple cornrows to a full day for small knotless down to your butt. We'll give you a straight answer when you call so you can plan around it.

Do you provide the hair, or should I bring my own?

Hair's included in most prices. The few that aren't are marked on the price list, and we'll confirm when you call.

Book an appointment

Ready to get your hair done?

Give Linda a call. She'll tell you what's open this week, help you pick a size and length, or just give you a price. No pressure.

Second line: (571) 400-8270  ·  4121 Chatelain Rd #202, Annandale, VA