The Best Box Braid Hairstyle Ideas

Bobbed & Braided

Johnson says that a braided bob "feels '90s-inspired and fresh, all at once." We definitely agree, particularly when you pair it with Amandla Stenberg's stunning smoky eye.

Knotless Box Braids

Consider this one trend that feels as effortlessly cool as it looks. "Easy on your edges and seamless after install, knotless box braids feel almost weightless," says Johnson.

Waist-Length Braids

Few hair transformations are quite as impactful as stepping out with fresh, extra-long braids—so no surprise that Rihanna did just that to a Fenty pop-up back in 2019. "Personally, I love waist-length box braids," Taylor adds.

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Bohemian Braids

Letting natural wave or texture peek through at the bottom is an easy way to elevate your braids. "Adding in wavy braiding hair makes this style feel ethereal," says Johnson.

Blonde & Long

Mermaid life, here you come. Johnson recommends blonde, hip-length braids, since "adding in color and long packs of braiding hair is a beautiful combination."

Colorful Braids

Sure, you could go with blonde braids—but why stop there? "The beauty of box braids is that you can wear any color or length you desire," says Taylor. "No matter what color the natural hair is, braids give women an opportunity to conceal within the braid."

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Braided Updo

High ponytails, half-ups, space buns—the limit does not exist when it comes to styling your braids once you're at home. Johnson recommends tossing braids into a "chic high ponytail," or go the extra mile and embrace an ornate updo.

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