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Beautiful braids by Lorie's
✦ Hartford's Trusted Braiding Salon

Where Every Braid
Tells Your Story

Expert African hair braiding, cornrows, knotless braids, locs and more — crafted with care since 2008. Walk-ins welcome.

★★★★137 Google Reviews
📍 875 New Britain Ave, Hartford CT
📞 (860) 953-5838
✦ Box Braids✦ Knotless Braids✦ Cornrows ✦ Goddess Braids✦ Fulani Styles✦ Feed-In Braids ✦ Boho Braids✦ Locs✦ Extensions
Lorie's Salon
Beautiful braids
15+
Years Serving
Hartford
Our Story

More Than a Salon —
A Community

Lorie's African Hair Braiding LLC is a Hair Salon located in Hartford, CT. We specialize in African Braiding, Weaving, Dreadlocks, Hair Extensions, and Cornrows.

Our mission is to always provide quality service at an affordable price. No matter the job, customer satisfaction is always our number one priority. Everyone is welcome here — no matter race, gender, or background.

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Quality Work
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Affordable Prices
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All Are Welcome
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What We Offer

Our Most Popular Styles

From classic to creative — we do it all. Walk in or book online.

Box Braids

Box Braids

Classic, knotless, or jumbo — perfectly tailored to your length and lifestyle.

Starting at $120
Cornrows

Cornrows

Sleek straight-backs or intricate patterns — clean, fast, and affordable.

Starting at $35
Goddess Braids

Goddess & Boho Braids

Soft, flowing, and beautifully detailed — for a truly elevated look.

Starting at $150
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Easy Booking

3 Ways to Book

Choose what works best for you.

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Online Form

Pick a date and fill out our quick booking request form.

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Call Us

Call (860) 953-5838 during business hours and we'll set you up.

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Walk In

No appointment needed — just come in and we'll take care of you.

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Or call: (860) 953-5838 · Walk-ins always welcome!

Rewards Program

We Appreciate You

Every visit earns you points. Refer a friend, get a reward. We celebrate you on your birthday. Because our clients are family — and family deserves to be appreciated.

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Earn Points Every Visit

Every dollar spent earns loyalty points. Redeem them for discounts and free services.

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Referral Rewards

Refer a friend and both of you save on your next appointment. Share the love.

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Birthday Surprise

On your birthday month, enjoy a special gift just for being part of our community.

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Appointment Reminders

We send friendly reminders and follow-ups so you never miss your appointment.

What Clients Say

Loved by Hartford for 15+ Years

Real reviews from real clients — straight from Google.

★★★★★

"I love it — they're nice and make you feel so welcome no matter race or gender. They love all people and everyone is welcome. I recommend to go there, you would not be disappointed."

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T.N.O.
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★★★★★

"Always a great experience. Relaxing environment, and the stylists are very accommodating. Prices are affordable for all hair styles. Excellent choice for natural hairstyles."

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Denise Googe
⭐ Google Review
★★★★★

"It's a great place to get your hair braided. I usually just walk in. I don't make an appointment and I always get great service, great braids, and I'm always happy with them — and they last a while."

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J B (JBES2006)
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Based on 137 Google Reviews
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Quick Answers

Common Questions

Everything you need to know before your first visit.

Both! Walk-ins are always welcome at Lorie's. For guaranteed availability, especially on weekends, we recommend booking ahead using our online form or calling (860) 953-5838.
No — we provide braiding hair for most styles, included in the service price. If you have a specific brand, color, or texture preference, you're welcome to bring your own.
It depends on the style. Cornrows take 45 min–1.5 hours. Box braids take 3–5 hours. Goddess locs and knotless braids can take 5–8 hours. We work efficiently without cutting corners.
With proper care: Box braids last 4–8 weeks, cornrows 2–4 weeks, faux locs 4–8 weeks. Check our Aftercare Guide for tips on making your style last longer.
Yes! We welcome clients of all ages. For very young children (under 3), please call ahead so we can prepare and ensure a comfortable experience.
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Find Us

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Address
875 New Britain Ave
Hartford, CT 06106
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Hours
Mon–Fri: 9AM–6PM
Sat: 9AM–5PM
Sun: Closed
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Book online, call us, or just walk in. We're ready for you.

Book an Appointment Call (860) 953-5838