Braids have become a very fashionable hairstyle. Braids are diverse and can be worn for an everyday casual hairstyle or for a far more formal occasion. Most people are familiar with the regular three-strand braid, but there are far more possibilities. In fact, the possibilities are limitless. I am starting a strand of posts about braids that can be used in many a setting. This particular braid uses nine strands. To execute this particular braid I needed the assistance of my friend Deborah. (Thanks to Anna for letting us use her locks!)