Can you tell me the name of the queen of braids? ‘BOX BRAIDS’ may be the most relevant answer to this question. Braids hairstyles are being worn by the black women and men since 3,500 BCE for its protective and bewitching nature. Among all other braided hairstyles, box braids provide us with the ultimate flexibility, smartness, confidence, and glamour. Besides, these hairstyles have been ornated in numerous ways during its 5000 years of journey. Today we will take the chance to present the superb braids from different angels like length, color, trend, style, etc. Hope, you have never seen box braided hairstyles explained and presented this way before.
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What is Box Braids Hairstyle?
The African American people are gifted, I mean especially the women. We have plenty of options to decorate and flourish ourselves. And numerous types of hairstyles are one of the options. But whatever hairstyle we use, one thing we have common the very beginning of styling hair. Yes, that’s braids and as we have mentioned earlier, box braids hairstyle is actually the queen of all other braided hairstyles. Before you go further you need to know what the braids actually are.
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Box Braids are actually a braided hairstyle. The process is simple. Section your natural hair, add the extension hair and braid it. The section we are talking about is of box shape (although sometimes the shapes look like a triangle, snowflakes, etc.). And that is the reason these hairstyles are named after the box-shaped braided hairstyles. These braids may be thick or thin, lengthy or short, black or multicolored. But one thing in common, they make you look like a real angle. In short, these braids are the only thing that can make you gain heavenly charm.
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Braids Hairstyles by Length
The length has been an influential factor of all kind of hairstyles ever innovated. In terms of braids, length matters. Moreover, the preference for length is also another factor. There are huge differences among us regarding the length of the braiding hairstyles. However, we have divided the braids hairstyles into three parts. And each of them will be described with their rightful definition and suitable picture. Keep scrolling.
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Short Braids
Shortness in hair has become a necessity for the women working out or who simply do not want to carry a heavy hairstyle. On the other hand, some think that short hairstyles are the most beautiful and effective one. But whatever the reason is, the demand for short braids have emerged long ago. In the case of Box-shaped Braided hairstyles, the short version always rock. Let’s consider the following short braids hairstyle. It’s cool and playful. Moreover, it looks like the bob hairstyle which is surely good news for the bob lovers.
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Medium Braids
There is no universal rule of the hair length. Additionally, the length of short long and medium versions varies in different hairstyles. We can simply assume that the medium-length braids are long enough to touch the upper portion of the back. But there should be some plus or minus respective of region, race, and ethnicity. Mid-length braids are the most used hairstyles among braids hairstyles. They are stylish, trendy, easy to maintain and sexy enough to put you on the center of attraction. Moreover, these braided hairstyles are formal enough to let you pass the school gate. For you, the following picture of a hairstyle containing medium braids is presented below to be considered.
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Large and Long Braids
When the length of braids is lengthy enough to touch the waist, we call it long or large box-shaped braided hairstyle. These braids are immensely popular among youngsters. Any kind of color and thickness is absolutely suitable for these types of braids. Study says the long braids hairstyles are one of the hairstyles the black women crave for most. So, when you have got the long thick and colorful braids with you, you have the glamour to rule the world of beauty. Below there, a picture of a large braided hairstyle is presented only for your consideration.
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Braids Hairstyles by Shape
Like the length, shapes do matter with braided hairstyles. Here, the shape is a little bit technical. We are actually talking about the shapes which originate on the scalp with box-shaped braided hairstyles. With these hairstyles, you have the option to get various shapes drawn on your scalp. Among them, we have found three which are mostly used and popular. Now its time to discuss and place an example of all those three shapes of braided hairstyles. Stay tuned.
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Square Braids
These are the braided hairstyles we normally call the box-shaped square braids. Now go to the image below and carefully notice the shapes marked on the scalp. I think you have got it. It’s beautiful square shapes. And to be more precise, these braiding hairstyles have been named after these squares. The square boxes on the scalp are one of the main parts of the hairstyles we call box braids. These boxes are made with natural hair and the extension hair is added with it to get the length. I know, you all already know very well about the square-shaped braids, but this is just a reminder.
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Triangle Braids
The square boxes of the braided hairstyles are the main reason to name these braided hairstyles box-shaped braided hairstyles. But there are exceptions too. Braids have gone through a long journey since its invention in west Africa. And today these braiding hairstyles have been modified to a large extent. In continual to that, the shapes of the scalp have been modified to triangles too. These tringles have made these braided hairstyles named as triangle-shaped braided hairstyles or triangular braids. Below there, you will find a lovely triangle braided hairstyle which you can try as your next hairdo.
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Snowflakes Braids Styles
Like the triangles, you can try different shapes with the box-shaped braided hairstyles. The snowflake shape is one of the shapes you can try. These shapes create an extraordinary effect on your hairstyle and appearance. Here, the shapes on the scalp changes from boxes to snowflakes but the other features of these braided hairstyles remain the same. You can have different color, thickness, and length just like the square braids with this version. What you will get extra from this, is the new design and charm with your hairstyle. Look at the following hairstyle and understand the beauty and effect of the snowflake-shaped braided hairstyles.
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Braids Hairstyles by Color
For every hairstyle, colors play a vital role. Color of hairstyle represents and reflects the personality and taste of the person. Moreover, colors add life to your hairstyles. So, color is an important part of the hairstyle. To be honest, most of the black women today are in love with the colorful hairstyles. However, we are now to talk about the colorful braiding hairstyles, I mean the colorful braided hairstyles. For that, we have pointed 6 braided hairstyles with color to discuss. For each of the categories, we will be providing you with the details as well as the relevant picture of respective hairstyles. So, let’s start.
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Red Braids
Hey, do you know my favorite hair color? Surprise! It’s red. But do you love red hairstyles, especially the red box braids? If yes, this one will definitely satisfy you. The below image contains a red braided hairstyle. As you can see, only the braid-color is red and the residual features are the same as the box-shaped braided hairstyles. Now you understand what color can do. Red color on the braids creates a charming effect along with divine glamour for you. Moreover, women wear them to get notably noticed by the people around you. So, the decision is all yours.
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Burgundy Color on Braided Hairstyles
This one is another color we often confuse with the red color. Keep in mind that the burgundy color is reddish but not the red. When this dark reddish color is applied on the box braids, magic happens. And you can see the magi in the below image. Burgundy braids are used by millions of African American black women as they can not but fall in love with it. From my point of view, it’s great for you if you are going for a date or party on the night town. Trust me, you will have the capacity to steal the mind of him for sure with these lovely braids.
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Blonde Braided Hairstyles
Among the colorful braided hairstyles, the blonde box braids hairstyle is the most used, most popular and tremendously enchanting one. This color suits every face shape, every hair length, and every hair type. That’s why the blonde box braids have reached this popularity. These braids allow you to make stunning buns, ponytails, updos and other styles that can actually take the breath away. On the other hand, these braided hairstyles are a great choice if you are getting yourself ready for a party, tour, outing or social get together. Always remember that the blonde color is the best choice when you got stuck choosing the right hair color.
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Purple Braids
Pink and purple are two favorite colors of women worldwide. But in the case of hairstyles, women prefer purple to pink. That’s why you will see more and plenty of box braids with purple colors than the pink box braids. It’s a highly recommended hairstyle for you if you are of the age range from 15 to 35. This is because the purple box braids suit best and mostly used by the young African American black women. Some of you might like a mixture of purple and pink braids. For them, the bellow paragraph will be worth reading.
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Natural Colored Braids
Black and beauty are the two side of the same coins. That’s why the black colored o natural colored hairstyles are ruling the world of hairstyles. It is still tremendously popular and most used hair color by women all over the world. Still now, almost 90% of the colors of hairstyles is black. Maybe you love colorful hairstyles but most probably your first choice is black. So, box braids with natural color are still the best even in the eye of black women like you and me. So, if you are a black box braids hairstyle lover, we have a gift in the form of image for you below.
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Multicolored / Highlighted Box Braids
There are so many colors used in box braids. We have discussed the most used ones and moved on to the multicolored or highlighted braids. When you have multiple color preference or you can not pick the exact color at all, you have multi-colored hairstyles. Here, you can use braids of different color or highlights like the images below. Multiple colors draw the attention of others too quickly. Moreover, these braids create a dazzling effect on your hairstyle and appearance. So, if you are an attention seeker, ask your stylist to get it done right now.
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Most Used Hairstyles with Braids
In the African American society, women wear a lot of hairstyles which consist of braids, curls, straight hair, etc. Each of the hairstyles has different subversions or styles. In the case of box braids hairstyles, there are some certain variations. Some of them are immensely popular, some are not. In this step, we are going to discuss some of the popular hairstyles made with the braids. For each of the hairstyles, we will provide some relevant information along with a nice and trendy image of the respective hairstyle. So, let’s see which ones are the most popular hairstyles with the braids.
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Box Braids Updo
Updo versions are exceedingly popular in almost every hairstyle worn by the African American black women. These hairstyles are mainly seen during the wedding or social get together. On the other hand, the updo hairstyles are greatly comfortable during the summer seasons. In these hairstyles, the locks, braids, curls or natural hair is pulled upward to give you a hassle-free hairstyle. They are comfortable, enchanting and gorgeous. Box braids are also a great option for making the updo hairstyles. With the braided updo hairstyles, you will gain both beauty and comfort at the same time.
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Braids with Beads
Among the most glamorous accessories used with the hairstyles by the black women, the beads are the prime one. A hairstyle with beads creates a perpetual impression on the hairstyle and appearance of you. On the other hand, the braids are the best fit for using the beads in your hairstyles. You will see the beads are used mostly with a hairstyle with the beads. Although the braids with beads hairstyles are mainly worn by the children, the adult has the equal right to wear them. A lovely braids hairstyle with the glazing beads can make anyone look like a real queen. Below there a picture of braids with beads hairstyle is unleashed for your consideration.
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Braids Ponytails
When you have a very little time to take care of your hairstyle or you love the hairstyles of low maintenance, the ponytails are the hairstyles you should try. The ponytail is a 5-minute hairstyle with different types of locks, braids, curls and natural hair. These hairstyles are one of the most used ones by women all over the world. However, you have the opportunity to decorate and design your pony in various ways here. But the general rule of ponytail hair is almost the same for all hair types. With box-shaped braided hairstyles, you are allowed to make lovely ponytails with almost no effort. Moreover, the ponytail hairstyle is greatly comfortable during the summer seasons like the updo hairstyles.
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Braided Bun
As a protective hairstyle, box-shaped braided hairstyle is flexible and bouncy enough to let you play around with these braids. Like updo, ponytails, the bun hairstyles with braids is immensely popular among the women of black ethnicity. Especially young women love them the most. A bun is a hairstyle used universally by both men and women with different hair types. On the other hand, the definition, design, pattern of the bun hairstyles vary from country to country, region to region, gender to gender and ethnicity to ethnicity. But one thing is common, the braided bun is the most gorgeous and glamorous of them all. We have got the following lovely braided bun hairstyle picture for you.
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Braids with Curls
Curls and Braids have been two inseparable parts of hairstyles of the black ethnicity since the dawn of human civilization. To be frank, curls and braids also have the most suitable combinations in terms of hairstyles. Some of you might like a blended hairstyle with the braids and curls. For you, we have come up with the hairstyle below where the braids are blended with the lovely natural curls. The mixture of braids and curls is, of course, a revolutionary change in the history of hairstyles for the black people. And the braids serve this purpose best. Now let’s consider the following hairstyle for your next hairdo.
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Crochets and Braids
As we do care for you, we have got 4 crochet box-shaped braided hairstyles for you. The crochet braids will help you to have a sharp look along with immense elegance. Check these out-
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Take Care of Your Braids
Caring the hairstyles is actually keeping the beauty and stun alive. So, after installing the braids we all need to take good care of the braids. This will help your braids remain alive and charming. On the other hand, good care for the braided hairstyles prevents the hair breakage and damage. Moreover, you can save your scalp from infection. So, let’s discuss some points regarding the care of braids hairstyles. If you follow them, you will enjoy the braiding for maximum time.
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How to Take Care of Braids at Night
Before sleeping what, you need to do with your braids is an important thing. The night-time care for the braids can keep your braids shiny, and long-lasting. So here are some steps you need to know if you are a beginner of braids hairstyles.
- It is recommended that you should avoid braiding during sleep. It’s the best way to protect, save or care for your lovely braids. But f you are unable to do that just follow the following points mentioned below.
- Keep your braids and scalp moisture with moisturizing products.
- Wrap your braids to let the moisture not leave your hair.
- Coverup your braids so that the braids do not get damaged whilst you sleep.
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How to Wash Braids
Experts do not recommend washing your braids frequently. Once or twice in a week is enough washing for braids. This is actually a herculean task to wash and cleanse the braids. Moreover, the wet braids gain tons of weighing to carry. However, you can use the conventional hair cleansing shampoos and conditioners to wash your braids.
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How to Keep Braids from Frizzing
There are some certain tips by following which you can prevent the braids from frizzing. Just follow the following points.
- Keep your braids and scalp moisture.
- Undo the braids while sleeping.
- Wear a headscarf whilst you sleep.
- Do not wear the braids for more than 8-10 weeks.
- Do not get your braids wet frequently.
- Undo and redo the braids at least thrice in a week.
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Recommended Products for Braids Care
- It’s A 10 Dry Oil Spray
- Carol’s Daughter Mimosa Hair Honey Calming Tension Spray
- Shea Moisture Jojoba Oil & Ucuuba Butter No-Rinse Foam Cleanser
- Alikay Naturals Lemongrass Leave-In Conditioner
- Girl + Hair Under Hair Care Clarifying ACV Rinse
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Conclusion
In one article, we have tried our utmost to serve you several purposes. We have categorized the braided hairstyles, we have provided you with the pictures of best box-shaped braided hairstyles, we have discussed various ways to protect and care your braided hairstyles and we also have recommended some quality products for taking care of the braid styles. And now it’s your turn. You have the pick the right hairstyle and get it done. Besides, you have the ultimate guide to care for the braids you are going to install. If you like our effort, you can share this article on social media so that others can access this information.
