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Washington DC's Most Trusted Braid Studio

From flawless knotless braids to statement goddess locs, Anna delivers healthy, long-lasting protective styles in a warm, welcoming studio. Two DC locations. Walk-ins welcome. Open 24 hours.

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500+

Happy Clients

Years Experience

4.9★

Google Rating

24/7

Open Always

Knotless Braids

Flawless, low-tension perfection

24-Hour Service

5-Star Rated

Low-Tension Technique

Gentle braiding that protects your edges and promotes healthy hair growth.

24-Hour Availability

Book late nights, early mornings, or weekends. We're open when you need us.

Two DC Locations

Benning Road SE & Kimi Gray Court SE — convenient for all DMV residents.

Premium Hair Included

Top-quality braiding hair included in every service. No surprises.

Our Signature Services

Protective Styles for Every Story

From classic box braids to trending boho knotless, we deliver clean parts, long-lasting wear, and healthy technique every single time.

Knotless Braids

Lightweight, natural-looking braids with no knot at the root. Gentle on edges, lasts 6–8 weeks.

From $180

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Box Braids

Timeless, versatile, and protective. Available in classic, jumbo, knotless, and triangle parts.

From $150

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Boho knotless braids with curly ends - District Braids by Anna

2026 Trend

Boho Braids

Bohemian goddess braids with curly ends. Effortless, beachy, and on-trend for summer 2026.

From $200

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Lemonade Braids

Side-swept statement braids à la Beyoncé. With or without knotless technique.

From $160

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Senegalese twists hairstyle - District Braids by Anna

Twists & Locs

Passion twists, Senegalese twists, soft locs, goddess locs & more. Healthy loc journeys.

From $200

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24/7

24-Hour Braiding

Late-night & early-morning appointments. We work around your schedule, not the other way around.

From $180

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Anna — Master Braider

5+ years · 500+ clients · DC's trusted hands

Meet Anna

Healthy Hair, Beautiful Braids, Every Single Time

Anna founded District Braids with one mission: deliver beautiful, long-lasting protective styles without compromising the health of your hair. Every client leaves feeling confident, cared for, and camera-ready.

Trained in low-tension braiding & edge-preservation techniques
500+ clients across DC, Maryland & Northern Virginia
Specializes in knotless, boho, goddess locs & protective styling
Two welcoming DC studio locations with flexible hours
Featured by top DC beauty creators and stylists

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Our Work

Recent Styles from the Studio

Browse 200+ looks from real DC clients. Every style is original, custom-crafted, and made to last.

Knotless · Mid-Back

Box Braids · Waist Length

Lemonade · Side Swept

Boho Knotless · Curly Ends

Senegalese Twists

Goddess Faux Locs

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Real Reviews

What DC Clients Are Saying

127+ five-star reviews across Google, Yelp, and Instagram.

★★★★★

"Anna is hands down the best braider in DC. My knotless braids came out PERFECT — clean parts, lightweight, and lasted 8 weeks. Already booked my next appointment."

Jasmine M.

Knotless Braids · Washington DC

★★★★★

"Booked Anna at 11pm on a Saturday because my flight was the next morning. She literally saved my life. Boho knotless were gorgeous and made it through the wedding."

Tia R.

Boho Knotless · 24-Hour Service

"First time getting goddess locs and Anna walked me through everything. The locs are gorgeous and the studio is so clean and welcoming. Highly recommend to anyone in the DMV."

Dani K.

Goddess Locs · Capitol Hill

★★★★★

Washington DC's Most Trusted Braid Studio

Knotless Braids

Low-Tension Technique

24-Hour Availability

Two DC Locations

Premium Hair Included

Protective Styles for Every Story

Knotless Braids

Box Braids

Boho Braids

Lemonade Braids

Twists & Locs

24-Hour Braiding

Anna — Master Braider

Healthy Hair, Beautiful Braids, Every Single Time

Recent Styles from the Studio

What DC Clients Are Saying

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