Sew-in hairstyles have been a staple protective style for decades, and the options just keep getting better. But with so many looks to choose from, picking the right one isn’t always straightforward.

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First things first: Sew-in weaves are a process where your natural hair is braided down into cornrows, says Nash, and a needle and thread are then used to sew down hair extensions onto the braids.