60 Box Braids Hairstyles That Turn Heads

 If you've been following my channel on BBM, you would know that box braids are my go-to protective style.

Box braids are the number one protective style that will not only protect your natural hair, but also extend it. After installation, box braids are very versatile in terms of styling.

Whether you call them box braids, jumbo braids, or Poetic Justice braids, this trendy hairstyle is one to try. Not only is it a fun look, but it's also a great style for naturalistas looking for protective hairstyles that are somewhat affordable, low maintenance and yet chic at the same time. Also those who are transitioning will find this hairstyle very handy during the transitioning period.

There are hundreds and hundreds of styles that you can experiment with. We’ve collected 60 styles that will definitely turn heads. Check out these box braids hairstyles to keep your look fresh.

1. 6 Cool Box Braids Styles

 Style #1: The first hairstyle features chunky French braid that is wrapped on one side of the forehead. To achieve this look, gather the section of your braids into a half up, half down ponytail and secure it with a hairband. Braid a French or fishtail braid and slightly wrap it on the left or right side of your forehead.

Style #2: Steps as the same as for the previous hairstyle but this time you braid two smaller braids. You can also combine two different styles of braids – one braid can be a French braid and other one a fishtail braid.

Style #3: Start by sectioning your hair into two. Tie the upper section into a half-up ponytail but leave few front strands falling freely. You’ll need them for your side bangs. Wrap the ponytail around the base to create a top knot. Secure it with a hairband or bobby pins. Slightly twist the front strands to create a side bangs. You can also braid this section and wrap it around the left side of your forehead.

Style #4: Simple and stylish top bun that’s appropriate for any occasion.

Style #5: Romantic half up, half down hairstyle that is created by braiding a section of hair into a dutch braid. Dutch braid is a reverse French braid. The rest of the braids are left freely hanging over the left shoulder. Stunning!

Style #6: Space buns aren’t for everyone. They are cute and girly and therefore maybe not your usual style.

2. Big 'Beyonce' Bun

 

Beyonce did rock this box braid bun style after giving birth to Blue Ivy.All you need is a stretchy headband and some bobby pins.

3. High Ponytail

When done right, high ponytails look incredibly chic. Anybody can do and rock this hairstyle, whether you have a big or small, short or long braids. For the perfect finishing touch, accessorize your braids with hair cuffs.

4. High Side Ponytail

 This one is pulled high on the right side. The base of the ponytail is covered with a few strands of braids.

5. 3 Easy and Cute Styles

Slay the box braid trend with these gorgeous 4 hairstyles.

6. Twisted High Bun

Bun is one of the easiest and chicest ways to style your box braids into a stunning updo. Bun hairstyles have endless versatility – they can be tight or loose, high or low, with or without elements of braiding, etc.

7. High Bun + Shaved Sides

8. Front Roll

This half-up style is full of vintage appeal, especially with the bandana addition.

9. Braided Bun

A tight braided bun from box braids, sitting high on your crown is a simple hairstyle from box braids you will do in a matter of minutes. It’s performed on the basis of high pony, braided and wrapped around.

10. Spiral Bun

Be creative!

11. Simple Box Braids Hairstyle with Bead Embellishments

Box braids accented with golden bead embellishments.

12. Chunky Side Fishtail

Asymmetric hairstyles are always fancier and more intriguing than their symmetric counterparts. The same rule is applicable to hairstyles from box braids. Aisha’s chunky braid for a long hair is super cool as cool can be.

13. Formal Updo Tutorial

 If you like this updo, make sure to try it for your next formal event.

14.  Pink Box Braids

Bold enough? Try a statement-making hair color, just like this gorgeous pastel pink!

15. 4 Easy Box Braids Styles

These looks are VERY easy to achieve.

16. Twisted Side Ponytail

17. Big Box Braids

These big and chunky box braids look stunning.

18. Box Braids into Two French Braids

19. Green Box Braids + Floral Headband

Make everyone green with envy with this gorgeous green braids

20. Half Updo Tutorial

Braiding the box braids into a big braid, always ends up with a stunning hairstyle.

21. Half Up Hairstyle With A Headband Braid

Adding a headband braid to your freely hanging small box braids is a matter of minutes, while your look instantly becomes more eye-catching. Besides, if you style your braid slightly to the side, you will make a round face appear slimmer.

22. Side-Swept Strands

  23. Long & Flowy

24. Purple Box Braids

 

25. 4 Updo Styles for Box Braids

 Updos and box braids are seriously so hot right now!

26. Twisted Half Updo

Make sure you secure the twist with as many bobby pins as possible so that everything to stay in the place.

27. Box Braids High Bun with a Scarf

Jazz up your braids with a scarf! Box braids are perfect for scarves and head wraps. Also, scarf is a great hiding tool for days when your braids begin to get messy.

28. Easy Braided Updo Tutorial

Need a quick and easy updo? Just follow these easy six steps and you’ll have your updo in no time.

29. Super Long Box Braids

Super long box braids are an eye-catcher, especially if you style them into a high ponytail like pictured.

30. Big Box Braids Bob

Short box braids won’t put as much stress on your natural hair, but they will still look exotic and sexy. You can adorn them with gold beaded hair cuffs for some hair bling!

31. Braided Top Knot Half Updo

Separate your braids in two sections. From the top section, form a half-up ponytail and secure it with a hairband. Separate the ponytail into three same sections and braid a French braid. Secure it with an elastic hairband. Twist the braid around the ponytail base until you’ve formed a nice looking bun. Tuck or pin to secure.

32. Updo + Side Swept Bangs

 To get this look, simply make a high ponytail. Take the ponytail, loosely twist the ends and secure them with bobby pins.

33. Tutorial for Braided Half Updo

If you know how to french braid, this tutorial will be easy.You can swoop the braids in whichever direction you please.

34. Grey Box Braids Half Updo

I love grey ox braids.

35. Super Short Bob

Short box braids look very natural and cute. Opt for this style if you don’t have time to experiment with different hairstyles.

36. Cute Space Buns

Half updo styles will bring out the beauty of your face. It’s important not to pull the buns too tightly because you can end up with hair loss.

37. Blonde Box Braids

Dare to rock?

38. Black and Blue Box Braids

Another advantage of box braids is that you can rock purple, red, blonde, grey and blue hues without coloring your natural hair. Hair for box braids comes in many different colors.

39. Twisted Updo

This gorgeous updo is one to try.

40. Big Box Braids Half Up, Half Down Style

Big box braids are a hot style, especially if you pull them in one of our favorite hairstyles – the half updo. Perfect style when you want your braids out of your face.

41. Braided Side Bun Tutorial

Simple and fab.

42. Colorful Box Braids

 I double dare you.

43. Box Braids into a Halo Braid

French braid your box braids from ear to ear to create this fabulous halo or goddess braid.

44. Simple Half Up, Half Down Style

 

45.  Box Braids Half Updo

 

It’s so simple yet so stylish and cute. Gold cuffs add a special glam touch to the whole look.

46. Messy High Bun

 

Gathering the box braids in a high bun is one of the easiest styles . The messier bun, the better.

47. High Bun with Side Bang

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  To get this braided bang-and-bun look, create a loose braid with the bang pieces crossing over the top of your head and into the bun. Separate the braids in your bun into two sections, braiding each. Twist them around until they've formed the bun, tuck, and pin to secure. 

  
  

  48. Braided Half-Up Style

  
  

   

  
  

  
  

  . Be sure to pat the braids down so that they're flat. Use your favorite mousse to eliminate fly-aways and give it shine.
  
  
  

  49. Playful Ponytails

  
  

  
  

  
  

  One thing to remember about a basic look is that it’s all about the styling and what you pair it with. Step up a side or straight ponytail with a flawless makeup look. Flirty lashes, vampy lipstick and glowing skin are sure to take you from classy to sassy.
  
  

  50. Double Twist Bun

  

  
  

  
  

  
  After creating braided buns out of the front and back sections, add a glitzy ear-cuff clip or pin.

  51. Fancy Head Wrap

  
  

  
  

  One of the quickest ways to style your box braids involves using a head wrap. You can twist the ends of your silk scarf and wrap them into a fancy rose to get an unexpectedly breathtaking result like Aisha’s.
  
  

  52. Side Braided Bun

  
  

  
  

  A high pony from box braids shifted to a side will be too heavy, so you need to style it compact and fix securely. A braided asymmetric bun is an optimal solution, and it looks more interesting than a simple high bun that you see every day in the street.
  
  

  53. Bun From Micro Knots

  

  
  An interesting idea with box braids is to use micro knots that can be gathered into a big top bun. Aisha has made a high pony and shaped this fancy bun with outstanding texture, using this inventive idea.
  
  

  54. High Pony With Tucked Ends

  
  

  
  

  A simple pony from box braids will look more sophisticated and less casual if you wrap its base and hide the ends tucking them underneath. Use simple bobby pins to fix the tucked ends invisibly.
  
  

  55. Braided Loop

  
  

  
  

  
  

  The top section of Aisha’s braids is gathered and fixed at the nape, while her lower braids are secured with elastic at their ends to pass them through the first fixing point for this fancy loop that you can copy for your box braids too.
  
  

  56. Flower Bun

  

  
  

  
  Hair-blogging twin sisters at MyBlackHair created this classy flower bun hairstyle for your box braids. Taking small sections from a ponytail, twist them around your finger to create "curls." These curls will form your flower. Continue until all the pieces have been curled and pinned.
  

  57. High Front Twist

  

  58. Ballerina Bun

  

   59. Side Bang Do

   

   60. Ombre Braids

  
  
  
   
   
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