Beautifully styled box braids
Forestville's premier braiding studio

Braids that feel like home.

At KOTY African Hair Braiding, every style is hand-crafted with patience, gentle hands and tradition — built to turn heads and last for weeks.

4.5 average client rating
Forestville, MD
Mon–Sat · 9 AM – 6 PM

Gentle, patient hands

No tension headaches. No rushed work.

20+ years of craft

Authentic technique passed down with care.

Styles that last

Styles that last for a long period of time.

Goddess locs

About KOTY

A studio where tradition meets every modern style.

KOTY African Hair Braiding was built on a simple promise: every guest leaves feeling seen, beautiful, and proud. From classic box braids to modern knotless and bohemian locs, our work blends authentic West-African technique with the looks our community loves today.

We take our time. We listen. And we treat your hair — and your scalp — like family.

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Services

Signature styles, expertly done.

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Knotless Braids

Knotless Braids

Lightweight, scalp-friendly braids with a flawless natural finish.

from $1805–7 hrs
Box Braids

Box Braids

The timeless classic — clean parts, neat ends, long-lasting hold.

from $1605–8 hrs
Goddess Locs

Goddess Locs

Bohemian, elegant, and styled to flatter your features.

from $2206–8 hrs
Senegalese Twists

Senegalese Twists

Sleek rope twists with movement and shine.

from $1704–6 hrs

Every Style, One Studio

We do any braid style.

If it can be braided, twisted, or loc'd — we've done it. Don't see your style listed? Bring us a photo and we'll bring it to life.

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Knotless BraidsBox BraidsJumbo Box BraidsMicro BraidsGoddess BraidsBoho BraidsTribal BraidsFulani BraidsLemonade BraidsStitch BraidsCornrowsFeed-In BraidsGhana BraidsPop Smoke BraidsSenegalese TwistsMarley TwistsHavana TwistsPassion TwistsSpring TwistsMini TwistsFlat TwistsTwo-Strand TwistsGoddess LocsFaux LocsButterfly LocsSoft LocsLoc RetwistSisterlocksCrochet BraidsSew-InsKids BraidsBeaded StylesCornrow UpdosFulani UpdosBohemian KnotlessCurly Ends+ Custom designs

In the Studio

See the craft in motion.

A behind-the-scenes look at the precision, patience and passion that go into every style we create at KOTY.

Portfolio

Recent work.

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Client love

What our guests say.

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"Always fast and I'm always satisfied every visit!! Love these ladies — in and out in 3–4 hours or less EVERY time (even with small braids)."

Ki Ki

"My friend and I got braided here. Efficient job. Definitely going back."

Mafer Mayorga

"She is so gentle — no headache, no bumps. I'm never going anywhere else."

Janelle B.

"Walked in nervous, walked out glowing. The shop is clean, calm, and welcoming."

Tasha R.

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Ready when you are

Your next look starts with a conversation.

Tell us your style, your hair, your timeline. We'll send a quote and book you in.