Fades & Braids
Hairstylists for Curly Hair
Only for iPhone
Free · Designed for iPhone. Not verified for macOS.
Welcome to Fades&Braids – the pioneering platform for Afro hairdressers and individuals with curly hair, where booking your hairstyle appointments and making digital payments is just a tap away!
Discover a seamless experience with our innovative app, allowing clients to easily connect with hairstylists, browse profiles, view portfolios, and read reviews. Secure your appointments directly within the app and enjoy the convenience of digital transactions, making your hairdressing experience both effortless and efficient.
Our mission is to celebrate the art of hairdressing while empowering hairstylists, from renowned salons to talented freelancers, to market their unique skills effectively.
Whether you're new to the industry or an established professional, Fades&Braids is your gateway to success. Are you a freelance hairdresser or a salon eager to join our vision?
Register today and become part of the future of hair styling!
more Booking is smoother now. When your stylist isn't free on a day you picked, we keep that date and show you other stylists who are available then. Starting a booking from a chat keeps the stylist you were already talking to.
For stylists, the profile area has been rebuilt. Setting up your services, photos and availability is simpler, and the price screen now shows your real service charge and exactly what the customer pays.
Plus a range of bug fixes and stability improvements.
3.4.0 Jul 21
Try on a hairstyle from a selfie before you book, now available in every city. Pick your city and see your look right away.
Got interrupted mid-booking? You can pick up right where you left off.
Your booked appointments now come with a calendar invite, so the time lands straight in your calendar.
We also fixed custom style photos not showing, made card payments and rescheduling more reliable, and cleaned up a range of smaller bugs.
3.2.0 Jul 12
Good news for stylists and salons: you now get a notification the moment your payout is on its way, plus an email with the details. No more guessing when your money will arrive.
We also fixed a sign-up issue where choosing "Join as client" could create the wrong account type. Signing up now always puts you in the right place.
This update also brings smaller improvements and bug fixes to keep everything running smoothly.
3.1.1 Jul 3
Setting up as a stylist just got a lot easier. We rebuilt the whole sign-up flow from the ground up: clearer steps, add your first service right as you go, and upload your work without the hassle. Getting your profile ready takes a fraction of the time.
Browsing as a guest? Trending barbers now load instantly the moment you open the app, so you can find someone great without the wait.
We also smoothed out plenty of rough edges: PayPal and card payments are more reliable, long names display properly on your dashboard, photo uploads during sign-up are more dependable, and the address picker for house visits works as expected. Plus dozens of smaller fixes throughout.
3.1.0 Jun 23
Curious how a new hairstyle would look on you? Try our AI hairstyle try-on! Snap a photo and see different looks before you book. Available for everyone, even without an account.
Barbers and salons, your earnings are now fully transparent. Check your payout history, see exactly how much you've earned, and track when payments land in your account.
We fixed Google login issues that locked some users out, eliminated a gray screen that could appear after logging out, and resolved crashes when browsing stylist profiles as a guest. Search no longer jumps to the wrong result when you tap Done on your keyboard.
Booking from chat now pre-selects your stylist, and PayPal payments are more reliable. Dozens of smaller fixes make the whole experience smoother.
3.0.0 May 29
Your favorite stylist isn't available? Fades & Braids now shows you alternative stylists right on the calendar. Tap any unavailable day to instantly see who else can take care of you, and book directly from there.
The booking calendar got a fresh redesign with smoother navigation, a cleaner look, and reliable month-by-month browsing. You'll also notice a new cancellation feedback option so you can let us know why plans changed.
Chat is now more reliable with better error handling, payments work smoother for both card and cash, and we fixed a number of smaller issues throughout the app.
2.7.0 May 9
Hotfix an Apple Pay Payment issue after our big update to add a chat to contact any hairstylist in the app prior to booking.
2.6.3 Apr 23
- Improved chat experience with smoother messaging and booking interactions
- Better booking reliability, including clearer flow after login/sign-up
- Payment and reschedule fixes for more consistent appointment handling
- Apple Sign-In and authentication error handling improvements
- Many UI polish updates, performance optimizations, and bug fixes
2.6.2 Apr 20
- 100+ More Hairstylists: Discover over 100 new hairstylists all over Germany — we opened the platform to more sources so you have even more options to choose from
- Improved Search: Real availability filter so you only see stylists who are actually available, plus distance display on offers
- Better Booking Flow: Back button now navigates step-by-step, location is preselected from search, and city changes sync correctly
- Push Notifications: Tapping notifications now correctly opens reviews and appointments
- Google & Apple Sign-In: Fixed sign-in issues on Android and Apple sign-up crashes
- Salon Registration: Improved validation for salon registration
- Discounts: Fixed discount codes not being properly invalidated after use
- Numerous bug fixes and performance improvements
2.5.0 Apr 1
Find your perfect stylist even faster, we've improved search and booking so you can get to your appointment in fewer taps. You can now also see how responsive stylists are before you book.
We've also squashed some bugs: notifications now open the right screen when tapped, sign-in with Apple and Google is more reliable, and we've fixed a rare payment issue. Plus general UI polish and stability improvements.
2.4.1 Mar 22
What's New in Version 2.4.0
• New notification system - Stay updated with real-time notifications about your appointments and important updates
• Redesigned past appointments - View your appointment history in a beautiful new layout
• Location feature - Enhanced client dashboard with location-based services
• Improved search - Discover hairstyles and services with our redesigned search experience
• Visual updates - New thumbnails and icons for a more polished look
• Marketing cards - Beautiful new visuals showcasing our services
• Enhanced dashboard - Improved layout and padding for better navigation
• Portfolio animations - Smooth animations when viewing stylist portfolios
• Invoice generation - Automatic invoice creation for your appointments
• Discount improvements - Fixed discount validation and expiration handling
• Bug fixes and performance improvements - Multiple stability enhancements throughout the app
• Nearcut integration - Seamless booking experience with external providers
2.4.0 Feb 8
We've made important improvements to enhance your experience:
• Fixed pricing inconsistencies and improved payment processing
• Stylists can now integrate external booking systems
• Faster dashboard loading for a smoother experience
Update now!
2.3.4 Jan 13
What's New in This Version?
• Improved stability and reliability
• Fixed payment issues
• Faster loading and better performance
• Various bug fixes
Your favorite hair app keeps getting better! Update now.
2.3.2 12/15/2025
A hotfix that fixes an error with ApplePay payment.
2.3.1 11/18/2025
Pay with PayPal – Now you can pay for your appointments using PayPal! Quick, secure, and convenient payment option.
Bug Fixes & Improvements – We've resolved several issues, improved sign-in reliability, and enhanced overall app stability.
New Hairstylist Profiles – Completely redesigned hairstylist profiles with improved about sections, location features, and portfolio management.
2.3.0 11/14/2025
What's New in This Version?
• New bug reporting system - help us make the app even better!
• Completely redesigned barber profiles with fresh UI
• Easier management of your portfolio images
• More transparent pricing - see exactly what you're paying
• Appointment booking now works seamlessly
• App runs faster and smoother
• More consistent design throughout the app
• More reliable payment processing
Your favorite hair app keeps getting better! Update now and discover all the new features.
2.2.0 09/19/2025
A thousand thanks for being part of the Fades & Braids community! We work every day to make the experience better for you and all users. This update brings lots of improvements and fixes — BUT one feature is especially exciting for stylists.
The new Legal Dashboard: all legal info, templates, and to‑dos in one place — clear and easy to understand. Your guide and starting point to resolve your legal questions.
We also made the following changes:
Appointment rescheduling now runs smoothly — changes go through without hiccups.
Credit card payments are more stable and reliable.
Lots of under‑the‑hood improvements for a faster, more stable app.
Have fun exploring! If you enjoy the app, we’d love your review.
2.1.0 08/12/2025
This version fixes a few bugs.
- Apple Pay was buggy when booking appointments
- Uploading new portfolio images failed when assigning them to a style
2.0.1 06/27/2025
What's New:
• Customizable Services: Add extras like beard trims or extension hair to any service
• Flexible Pricing: Clear pricing for all additional options and materials
• Smart Location Search: Find stylists closer to you
• Enhanced Discount System: Easy-to-use discount selection
• Interactive Tutorials: Step-by-step guidance throughout the app
Key Features:
• Browse and customize hairstyles with additional options
• Mix and match services to create your perfect style
• Transparent pricing for all services and extras
• Book appointments with verified stylists
• Secure payment options with exclusive card payment discounts
• Real-time availability checking
• Direct chat with your stylist
• Comprehensive service descriptions with photos
Whether you're looking for a simple trim or a complete style transformation, our updated interface makes it easy to customize and book your perfect hair service.
2.0.0 06/21/2025
We fixed some reported bugs.
1.3.10 05/27/2025
• Link sharing for discounts: Invite friends and unlock exclusive benefits! Share your personal link and collect points for attractive discounts on your next bookings.
• Message when booking: You can now send a message to your stylist or salon directly when making a reservation. Easily share your wishes, questions, or details!
• Cash payment without fees: Pay for your appointments in cash—completely free of extra charges.
• (Barbers only) Max 5 cash payments per month: As a barber, you can now accept up to 5 cash payments per month.
1.3.9 05/20/2025
- Now available in more languages.
Fades & Braids is now available in French, Spanish, and Portuguese (Portugal) – so even more people can join our community.
- Share Profiles of Hairstylists
Send a link to your friends or post your profile on social media
- Discover hairstylists – with previews & map view.
More clarity, more options: Browse hairstylists with preview images, service info, and location. Filter by experience and area to find the right match at a glance.
- Near you. For your look.
Enter your address and explore hairstylists in your area – with map view and smart filters.
- Style categories, but make it pretty.
The dashboard now features beautifully designed style categories to help you find your next look – fast, intuitive, and inspiring.
1.3.8 05/02/2025
Bug Fixing Release
- Redesigned Profile Deletion
- Restructured the SignUp process.
1.3.7 04/24/2025
- You can search for services using multiple location types at once
- Maps you can see where the salon, or location is.
- Hairstylists will be shown via their artist name and not their legal name
1.3.6 04/08/2025
This version supports ApplePay as payment method.
1.3.4 02/15/2025
Booking is smoother now. When your stylist isn't free on a day you picked, we keep that date and show you other stylists who are available then. Starting a booking from a chat keeps the stylist you were already talking to.
For stylists, the profile area has been rebuilt. Setting up your services, photos and availability is simpler, and the price screen now shows your real service charge and exactly what the customer pays.
Plus a range of bug fixes and stability improvements.
more Version 3.4.0 Jul 21
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