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Blonde box braids are a protective braiding style characterized by having a square or box-shaped divisions and by being colored blonde. There are plenty of edgy and stand-out ways to wear box braids, but going blonde surely beats them all!
First seen on trendsetting A-listers Solange Knowles, Angela Simmons, and model Eva Marcille looking flawless and super hot with extra-long pleats, these braids can take you anywhere.
Chicago braider and hairstylist Amarie puts up her version of blonde pleats in various looks – ponytail, half-up half-down, and even jumbo braids, proving how versatile this protective style is!
All you have to do to maintain this low-upkeep hairstyle is moisturize and protect those fabulous pieces overnight while you sleep! You can get up to 10 weeks of superb African-inspired hairdo by doing these religiously.
If you need more convincing on why you should totally rock this look, keep on reading for the top trendiest blonde box braids you will see on the internet right now!
Those Willow looks make you whip your hair back and forth! The puffy ends really make this look, if I might say.
Long Box Braids
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Golden long box braids are the perfect match to your bronzed skin. Makes you look like royalty if you’re not already!
Burgundy and Blonde
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Individual braids can have those individual colors and that makes the style all the more creative. The streak of blonde, the locks of brown, and the burgundy box braids in one hairstyle.
Dirty Blonde
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Honey, the only dirty you’ll be is being dirty sexy!
Braids Triangle Parts
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Geometric-wise, I think this blonde box braid is a good idea. The drip, the finesse, the swag- what more can you ask for? See more incredible box braid with triangle parts.
Honey Blonde
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Protect your hair from natural damages and bad styling with these honey bronde box braids.
Platinum Blonde
Instagram @bombystyle_braids
An icy drip too cool for anyone to carry. This ombre platinum blonde box braids action is getting more creative and you certainly can get in on that action.
Crochet Box Braids
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Freedom comes in all forms and volumes. With this one, it comes from having to wear your choice of style through hair extensions and weaves. A whole range of colors to pick from but this choco blonde box braids are on top of the list.
Big Box Braids
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For an easier variant of the box braids but equally flattering, try braiding large chunks of hair at a time. Similar to your usual style but also subtly different.
Jumbo Blonde with Black Roots
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These blonde box braids with black roots are a nice contrasted look that is casual and stylish.
Blonde Ombre
Instagram @jenestyles
Creamy and dreamy, this blonde box braid hairstyle has it all. The right combo of chill and adventurous just for you.
Black and Blonde
Instagram @okoyebraids
Juxtaposed colors are highly rare because a few people can pull it off. Whether you’re going for really dark and really light colors or shades that are close to one another, remember that it’s most important to just wear your hair like you just don’t care!
Q&A with style creator, Andra’el Beautiful Master Braider @ VooDoo Braids in New Orleans, LA
How would you describe this look?
These blonde and brown box braids are a convenient low maintenance style yet very stylish. My favorite thing about this style is the endless options of colors as well as styling. The look lasts up the 3 months.
Any advice for someone considering it?
This look is for busy hard-working women with little time for hair like stay-at-home moms. It’s a great protective style for kids and adults. Remember to oil your scalp regularly, and live your life the best you can.
Q&A with style creator, Jocelyn Lowe Salon Owner @ Georgia’s Hair Salon in Richmond, VA
How would you describe this look?
This look is called the boho braids. I love the curls that are mixed with the braids. The curls give the braids a whole new look that everyone gets excited about.
Any advice for someone considering it?
This style typically lasts 8-10+ weeks, and you don’t have to do too much to this style. It only requires a braiding scarf for coverage at night and a little holding foam from time to time.
Q&A with style creator, Tanaishia Phillips Stylist @ Shez Ready in Charlotte, NC
How would you describe this look?
These blonde jumbo box braids are bold and beautiful. The color is what makes it bold, but it’s a beautiful protective style that can be worn in many different ways. (Take a look at more trendy jumbo box braids here)
Any advice for someone considering it?
I will let my client know that the color will have you standing out (you could do this style in any color). This style can be done on all hair types, but it works best on coarse hair.
This style can take up a while to do depending on the size and length. These blonde box braids took me 3.5 hours to complete.
Before starting this style, make sure your hair is moisturized with some type of oil (I used Doo Gro Stimulating oil). This style is great for wanting to get up and go with minimum to no styling and great for vacations and getting your hair wet. This is an overall fun protective style for anyone.