Goddess braids are one of the Black braided hairstyles that will instantly make you feel glamorous and royal. The protective style dates back to ancient Africa, where they were a symbol of creativity and artwork. Honestly, the same stands in 2022, given all the fun and downright inventive ways you can wear the look. But before we get into that, a little background on what constitutes goddess braids versus Fulani braids or box braids.