18 Medium Box Braid Hairstyles That Will Convince You to Call Your Braider
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Box braids come in all sizes, but medium is definitely one of the most requested options (for a few reasons). Whereas micro box braids can take hours to install, jumbo box braids can often feel too heavy. Medium box braids are the perfect intermediate style in terms of time commitment and versatility. Since they’re not bulky, you can easily style your braids in creative ways. From gorgeous buns to stylish Bantu knots, your choices are truly endless. Ahead, browse through 18 medium box braid hairstyle ideas.
French Curls
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Give your box braids some texture by weaving in French curls. The undone, curled ends add volume and an extra touch of coolness to the style.
Sophisticated Half-Up, Half Down
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For a sophisticated half-up, half-down look, pull some of your braids into a tight topknot. Leave the rest flowing down your back.
Angelic Halo
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Gabrielle Union has always served ultra-cool box braid hairstyles. Take notes from the actress and incorporate a halo braid for a totally angelic look.
Regal Crown
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For an incredibly regal ‘do, opt for a crown braid. Accessorize your style with a few metallic hair cuffs.
Beautiful Boho
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Boho braids are one of the trendiest protective styles, featuring textured waves and curls throughout the braids. For a more natural look, opt for human hair extensions.
Cool Chignon
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If you want to keep your hair off your neck, tuck your braids into a cool chignon. Leave out one braid in the front to frame your face.
Blooming Bun
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You can never go wrong with a half-up, half-down hairstyle—and here’s another way to sport one. Style some of your hair in a towering high bun and leave the rest out.
Bouncy Bob
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Prefer short box braids? This is just the look for you. Curl the ends of your braids for the ultimate bouncy bob style.
Elegant Updo
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Style your boho box braids in an elegant updo, as actress India Amarteifio did here. Let the curls fall by the sides of your face for an air of effortlessness.
Pared-Back and Pulled-Back
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There’s beauty in simplicity, as this pulled-back braided ‘do shows. Secure a section of your braids in the back with pins or a decorative clip to keep them away from your face.
Forward-Facing Bun
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If you don’t want your bun perched right in the middle of your head, bring it forward a bit (as shown above). We think this take on a half-up, half-down look is stunning.
Face-Framing Ponytail
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A high ponytail will always be one of our go-to’s—it’s timeless and easy to achieve. Leave out two braids in front to balance the look.
Draped Bun
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We always want to recreate Tessa Thompson’s hairstyles, and this braided look is definitely worth mimicking. From the green braiding hair to the draped bun, this is a total cool-girl hairdo.
Space Buns
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Leave it to Willow Smith to show us how to make space buns feel elevated. Her two high buns strike the perfect balance between playful and bold.
High Ponytail
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It doesn’t get much more classic than a high ponytail. Wrap the base of your ponytail with your braids for an extra polished look.
Bantu Knots
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For a creative spin on a half-up, half-down ‘do, create Bantu knots in the front of your hair. Style your edges in intricate swirls as a finishing touch.
Bow Bun
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Add a cutesy element to your updo by creating a bow-shaped bun. Adding a pop of color to your braids can also jazz up the look.
High Bun
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When you want to keep things simple yet chic, the high bun is always a great option. If you want to enhance your style, consider adding bedazzled pins or cuffs to your updo.
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