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Syracuse-based entrepreneur Shana Everson has captured the attention of millions of people with her elaborate, intricately-designed braided wigs. Her wig designs began as a Halloween costume idea.

The beauty of wigs and weaves is that they allow you to completely change your look — offering nearly unlimited options in the realm of colorful and unique hairstyles — without the pressure of having ...

The styles in “Jaja’s African Hair Braiding,” in previews on Broadway, require a wig designer, several braiders, some synthetic hair and lots of patience. By Tiffany Martinbrough Photographs by ...