31. Cornrow Box Braids
One thing we love about these box braids is the beautiful pattern created in the crown through the Fulani braids created here. This classic style is getting a rebirth as more and more women embrace this unique way of telling a story through their hair.
32. Going Green
We can’t stress enough how much fun you can have with box braid hairstyles! This beauty decided to go green with a soft olive green hue that she used to achieve her small-width box braids.
33. Pastel Box Braids
If you thought that box braids were boring, this beauty is here to prove that they’re not. Her range of baby blue and baby pink hair is giving us unicorn vibes. To achieve this look, pick your favorite pastel hues and have your stylist braid the full length of the hair.
34. Go Gray in Style
You don’t need to fear going gray with this unique style, which combines a bold blonde with icy white hair for a unique combination. To achieve this look, you’ll need your stylist to combine braiding hair of different colors to create this strategically blended look.
35. A Rich Water Wave
Versatility is a big thing with this specific box braid look, as smaller box braids are left loose on the ends, so you have the freedom to curl and style the ends as you see fit. To achieve this look, ask your stylist to leave the ends loose and opt for water wave or deep wave textured braiding hair.
36. Box Braid Updo
Box braids give you so many options when it comes to style. Even though they’re already versatile, you can take it to the next level by creating additional cornrows in the crown, as shown here. This stunning effect is perfect for every day or special occasions.
37. Rich Chocolate Brown Plaits
Bigger box braids are always a bold move. But we love the one accent braid that features brightly colored thread woven throughout. And also, note the triangular sectioning at the roots for more visual excitement.
38. Bold Classic Blonde Box Braids
This beauty proves that blonde is a color that works for anyone as long as you find the hue that best complements your skin tones and undertones. A bolder, warmer brown sets off her skin beautifully. And the box braids are kept at a medium width to give her plenty of options between updos and volume.
39. Orange Box Braid Bob
If you normally shied away from color because you were concerned about damaging your hair, box braid hairstyles are the perfect solution. Here, this model takes a walk on the wild side with an uber-bright orange hair color. She keeps the look modern by opting for a shoulder-grazing bob length.
40. A Diverse Blonde
Even when you decide to pick a hair color, you aren’t limited to one shade. Here, blonde hair goes multidimensional with three hues combined in an ombre effect to create a truly unique look.
41. Side-Swept Cinnamon Braids
It’s easy to think that matching your skin tone might not be the move. But this beauty proves that you can wear a hair color that complements your skin tone without issue. Her warm skin tone is mirrored in the bold cinnamon box braids that are swept to the side.
42. Box Braided Half Updo
Medium-width box braids are the perfect option if you want braids but want them to be a tad smaller without taking all day to have done. These ash blonde braids are perfect and give you the versatility you crave to easily wear them down or in stylish updos.
43. Classic Box Braid Semi-Updo
For the most versatility, opt for medium or smaller-width box braids. Here you see how you can expertly rock the mini bun trend by gathering box braids in the crown and leaving the remainder loose.
44. Spicy Fulani Box Braids
Fulani braids (flat braids on the crown) will never go out of style. And we’re loving these spicy themed braids that remind us of pumpkin spice. For added interest, place charms strategically at the roots and throughout your box braid length.
45. Classic Square Box Braids
Never underestimate how important it is to properly section your hair as you braid! In addition to creating nice, even box braids, you can also create interest with the patterns your braider creates at the roots.
46. Box Braided Ponytail
We’re loving the versatility with styles you can achieve with box braids. For a relaxed day, you’ll love being able to gather your braids up into a relaxed high ponytail to create a playful effect.
47. A Beauty in Blonde
We can’t get enough of blonde box braids. These medium-width braids are perfect for summer and create a sleek effect.
48. Box Braided Top Knot
Top knots are getting a resurgence these days, and we love these half top knots, as seen here. Large-width box braids create visual interest by using varying hues to create a unique color story. For a neat effect, have your stylist braid the entire length of hair.
49. Cleopatra Box Braids
Take a page from the past to channel a classic style that will always turn heads. Jumbo box braids are kept short, and hair is sectioned in pentagon style to create visual play at the roots. For a regal effect, add charms throughout the length of your braids.
50. A Bold Blonde ‘Do
We’re always here for bold color play. These bright and playful blonde box braids create visual interest towards the roots because of the contrast with her naturally dark hair. Meanwhile, the smaller width is perfect for any type of updo.
51. Bold with Chocolate
We can’t get enough of jumbo box braids. There’s no shortage of styles you can rock with them, and it’s all about picking the color that works best for you. We’re in love with the rich chocolate brown hue shown here, and of course, charms help to create the perfect accent.
52. Side-Shaved Box Braids
There’s something interesting about seeing luxurious box braids contrasted against closely cropped sides. We love the very precise designs created in this beauty’s hair.
53. Contrasting Fulani Braids
Clearly, Fulani braids are a very popular option. But we love how here the braids closest to the ears are braided in the opposite direction.
54. Side-Swept Jumbos
Jumbo box braids are the perfect casual way to switch up your look for a few weeks. We love the side-swept rich chocolate braids, as seen here.
55. Side-Swept Fulani Box Braids
If you thought that Fulani braids were only for the crown, this beautiful look will make you rethink that impression. We’re loving how the stylist created a side-swept look thanks to how the braids are laid throughout the crown and sides.
56. Side-Parted Box Braid Hairstyle
While not required, some people love to create a very defined part with their box braids. Here, large box braids are strategically placed to create a defined side part on her left side.
57. Blue Box Braids
We can’t get enough of box braids paired with fantasy hair colors. Here, a black into a rich royal blue gradient is used to create an ombre effect that will have heads turning.
58. Patterned Crown Box Braids
There’s no limit to how you can style box braids, especially when they’re longer. We’re loving the low pinned-back look created here that gives the effect of turning her braids into a beautiful crown.
59. Fulani Braids on Micros
If you have the patience, micro box braids can be a gorgeous way to express your style. We’re especially in love with the Fulani style created through the crown before falling into individual braids.
60. Curly Box Braids
We’re obsessed with box braid hairstyles that play with texture and color. Here medium width plaits get the full effect treatment with a bold ombre color gradient that shifts from a medium brown into a rich cinnamon hue. And for more impact, the ends are left loose and curled to build on the texture.
61. Box Braided Angled Lob
If you’ve been obsessed with the angled lob but were feeling a bit bored with so many of them, try it with box braids! We’re in love with this very long angled bob that’s kept short in the back and long in the front to create drama.
