50 Spectacular Big Box Braid Styles for Bold, Beautiful Women

Hey there, braid enthusiasts! 💁🏽‍♀️ Looking for the best big box braids to rock this season? OMG, you’re in for a treat! Big box braids aren’t just a protective style—they’re a whole vibe! These gorgeous chunky braids come in all sorts of amazing sizes, lengths, and colors to match your unique personality. The best part? They’re super versatile! You can wear them up in a cute bun, down for that goddess look, half-up for brunch with the girls, or even twisted into fun styles. Plus, if you’ve been dreaming of mermaid-length locks but your natural hair is on the shorter side, big box braids are your BFF for instant length! Ready to find your perfect braided look? Let’s dive into these fabulous styles that’ll have everyone asking “who did your hair?!” 😍

50 Chic Big Box Braid Styles for Every Woman

We know that you’re looking for a big box braid hairstyle idea that’s just as unique as you are. Perhaps you’re a colorful, artsy woman, who likes to make bold statements with your hair choices. We’ve got tons of looks picked out for you– with all colors under the sun available, box braids are a perfect choice if you want to try on some pastel pink hair locks, pastel hues, or even a subtler caramel light brown hair blonde.

We love both our long-haired and our short-haired gals, as well. That’s what’s great about box braids– you’re able to change the length of your hair at will, so if you want to rock a look that’s down past your waist, go for it! On the other hand, many women will love the shoulder length hair and chin-length looks we’ve picked out below; they’re spunky and unique, and stand out just as much as waist-length braids.

Finally, we’ve added styles below that suit both practicality– such as going to work– as well as glamour– such as going to the beach or to the club. We’ve got you covered! No matter where you’re going or what look you want to flaunt, read below for fifty spectacular big box braid styles for bold, beautiful women.

1. Thick, Chunky, Tapered Best Big Box Braids

These braids have volume! A chunky box braid tapers off to a much more petite braid from root to end, giving you a standout, voluminous style. Try these box braids if you’re looking for something a little different from your standard braid, perfect for wearing your hair down all day, every day.

2. Silky, Mermaid Colored Box Braids

These sleek and smooth braids– which you’ll notice are sectioned into triangles rather than boxes– remind us of pearlescent under-the-sea beauty. Lengthy braids artistically highlighted with pops of bright fuchsia and intertwined with baby pink provide a stunning twist. Accentuate these beautiful braids with a few accessories and you’ll be standing out from the crowd wherever you go.

3. Chocolate-colored Waist-length Box Braids

Don’t overlook traditional braids. These big box braids fall just below your waist, giving you the dazzling ability to toss those braids over your shoulder in pure queenlike fashion. In addition, wearing a hair color that’s reminiscent of a Hershey’s chocolate bar sweetly complements all skin tones, from caramel hair color to ebony.

4. Striking Caramel-colored Best Big Box Braids

For a pop of color that strikes the eye as a little more natural than the mermaid-esque pinks and purples mentioned above, try these luminescent caramel-colored box braids. This color reminds us of biting into a Godiva caramel-filled chocolate bar: sweet, silky, and smooth to the touch, you’ll have everybody craving more and more of you with these braids.

5. Stunningly Tossable Waist-length Box Braids

These waist-length braids come similar in color to the traditional box braids in #3 above, with a similar length as well. However; the braids in this example are slightly smaller, providing you with an added element of possibility so that you can whip those braids around on the dance floor and dazzle everyone in sight.

6. Minimalist, Ravishingly Natural Box Braids

These big box braids are the minimalist, easygoing girl’s dream. However, don’t let that mean that you should overlook these if you’re going for stunning looks. Chunky sections come with an easy ability to style these braids however you choose: whether you’re going for one bun, or maybe even two or three buns; don’t settle! Choose these beautiful braids if you’ve got big ideas and a laid-back personality.

7. Easily Upstyled Chunky Dark Brown Braids

We love the way that these braids are so easily tossed up into an effortless half-up style. In addition, you’re more than welcome to throw them into a sleek bun or wear them down so you can toss them around. A dark honey color adds sweetness, while the thickness of the braids provides classy and stylish volume. Pro tip: go for orange nails to complete the look.

8. Thick Mahogany-tinted Best Big Box Braids

Just look at the way these thick braids can be pulled back for a stunning yet effortlessly flawless ponytail. The reddish-purplish mahogany tint is not one that’s very common among box braid wearers; that means that this style’s perfect for you if you want to stand out, but you don’t want a mightily unnatural color such as blue or pink.

9. Traditionally Uniform Classy Large Box Braids

Oshun vibes: that’s what you’re giving off when you wear these ultra-classy, uber-fashionable chunky box braids. They’re wide and low-maintenance, but at the same time, these thick braids have a particular standout effect. These are perfect for the working woman looking to make a big impression.

10. Cornrow-styled Asymmetrical Box Braids

You’re outgoing, you’re unique, and you’re absolutely out-there with your big personality. So are these one-of-a-kind box braids. You’ll find that these are neither the traditional box braids nor the traditional uniform cornrows; they’re asymmetrical, blending chunky braids with thinner ones in a swirling fashion, providing for an absolutely chic look.

11. Posh Neon-white-and-gray Accentuated Box Braids

Want to stand out from the crowd, whether you’re at work, in class, or at the club? You need to look no further than these white-hot box braids. A white-and-gray swirl gives you a smokey, fiery hot look, while red accessories look like glowing embers hidden among your stylish ‘do. You’ll be turning heads as soon as you walk out of the salon with this style!

12. Long Bob-length Caramel Box Braids

Are the traditional, waist-length box braids a little too heavy and high-maintenance for you? We’ve got you covered– have you thought of styling your braids in a cute long bob instead? Try this look: at shoulder-length, these braids are fashionable yet practical, while still being long enough to tie back if need be. Ombre nail is a perfect choice for this look.

13. Cornrow-esque Chunky Blonde Box Braids

These big box braids are just that: big. They’re not just big, they’re wide, they’re broad, they’re chunky, and they absolutely make one giant impression. They’re styled in a cornrow-like fashion, yet with a slight twist, to make you absolutely stand out– not to mention the striking blonde hair color, which will have you looking like a delicious latte wherever you flaunt these braids.

14. Petite, Waist-length Box Braids With Loose Curls

Can’t decide between box braids or curls? Try these! A traditional, slender box braid tapers off just below your shoulders, transitioning smoothly into sweet, elegant, finger-wide curls. Better yet, these braids are long enough to be pulled back into a ponytail, where the curled ends will still create a sleek impression.

15. Thick Triple Braid With A Stunning Accent

This style’s similar to a simple dutch braid, but you likely want something a little more stunning and stand out; that’s why you’ll love a third braid– which is actually two braids in one– straight down the middle, accentuated with a braided-in accent of your choice. Choose any color– it can match your nails, your purse, your eyes, or your outfit, and you’ll be the picture of put-together.

16. Asymmetrical Cornrow-style Braids In A Bun

Styling your braids back into a chunky topknot is a sleek way to create a lasting impression on anyone you meet. Not to mention, these braids are not entirely uniform; meaning, some braids are larger than others. This creates an optical illusion, a double-take effect that’s sure to turn heads in the office or out on the town.

17. Loose Off-center Braided Topknot

A sleek topknot is one way to go, but a loose topknot can create a sensational impression just as well– take a look at the way this loose, off-center bun absolutely stands out. You’ll also love the way this style is so low-maintenance and takes very little time out of your morning (or night) to end up looking completely sparkling.

18. Side-parted Thick Silky Braids

We absolutely adore the way that these braids boast a dramatic side-part, rather than your traditional (but equally adorable) middle part. These braids’ chunkiness adds astonishing volume, framing your lovely face with classy style. In addition, you may choose to accent these braids like the model above, with all of the colors under the sun for a standout finish.

19. Rainbow Pastel Pinned-back Box Braids

Traditional, naturally colored big box braids come painted in this picture with a rainbow of pastel shades. You’ll be reminded playfully of springtime and Easter eggs as a child when you rock these pink, blue, and blonde hues. In addition, these braids look totally exquisite with the top half pulled back; no matter how you style them, you’ll look charming!

20. Half-up Slender Face Framing Braids

Starting with a sweet, slender, waist-length box braid, which looks sparkling on its own, try pulling your braids half-up for an even classier style. In this case, you may leave a braid down on either side to frame your gorgeous face, for eye-catching, head-turning beauty.

21. Mid-size Waist-length Box Braids

Is your natural hair color your go-to? Beautiful– try these divine, mid-size, waist-length box braids on for size! You’ll love the way that you don’t even have to wear loud colors or even extravagant styles or accessories to look absolutely gorgeous. This style has you covered, whether you wear it up or down.

22. Thick, Blonde-streaked Box Braids

When we look at these big box braids, it reminds us of the sun shining through the clouds, with wispy fingers of sunlight touching down to the earth. Check out these tasteful blonde highlights– perfect for you if you want a little pop of color, but nothing too bright. A few streaks here and there, paired with voluminous box braids, gives you the look of poise and confidence without effort.

23. Dramatic, Artfully Accessorized Big Box Braids

Think drama; eye-catching emotion and powerfully artistic accessorizing make these thick box braids exceptional for the woman with a big personality. You’ll adore the way that these voluminous braids frame your face, and how the sweet accessories give you just the right amount of eye-catching shine.

24. Blonde-streaked Gleaming Large Box Braids

Jhene Aiko would be jealous if she saw you wearing these gorgeous braids. Falling right at your waist, these braids are streaked all over with glossy blonde highlights, providing a luminous impression. Accessorize the braids that frame your face for a glittering, gleaming glow. These are perfect for you if you’d like a little more than just one or two highlighted braids– you can have them all over!

25. Maroon-twisted Shoulder-length Pulled Back Braids

Natural hair, artistically tinted with the color of a bold pinot noir; these braids give you a delicious, yet bold look. Wearing a shoulder-length braid accentuated with beads at the ends gives you the chance to frame your gorgeous face with a few pieces, while pulling the rest back into a tasteful low bun, for a practical, yet gorgeously dramatic look.

26. Shoulder-length Light Latte Box Braids

These big box braids remind us of a steaming hot latte, infused with a few neon-tinted strands for just the right amount of pop. We love the dirty-blonde look: not quite white blonde, but not quite dark honey or caramel, either. Wear these graceful braids shoulder-length with accents of your choice, and you’ll be turning heads on the daily.

27. Ombre Blonde-infused Box Braids

First of all, parting these braids right down the middle allows you to flaunt an extravagant amount of body on all sides, for a powerfully confident glow. In addition, these voluminous braids come tinged with a blonde ombre; just look at the way a touch of blonde highlights at the root explodes into color on the way down, finishing with a bright-blonde end that packs a punch.

28. Dark Chocolate Box Braids With A Silky Sheen

These silky braids catch eyes; that goes without saying. Their color reminds us of silky smooth dark chocolate, and a perfectly styled medium-sized braid that falls right below the waist will have you making huge impressions wherever you go, without even having to try.

29. Brown-blonde Slender Box Braids

These box braids are slender, but not petite. In addition, they’re blonde, but not totally blonde! Notice the hints of chocolatey brown interspersed with those blonde strands; they remind us of white chocolate blended with milk chocolate, which makes for a sweetly marbled effect on you. Perfect for wearing them down, these braids look gracefully elegant on any skin tone.

30. Curly Hairstyle Braided Fusion With A Twist

This hairstyle will have them all doing double-takes. Is it braids? Is it curls? Nope, it’s both! Who said you had to choose just one? Wearing this big box braid hairstyle idea interspersed with tight corkscrew coils flaunts a bouncy effect that the everyday braid-wearer would be envious of.

31. Patterned Cornrow In A Coily Updo

Tightly coiled curls are the centerpiece of this sweet little updo; we love being able to flaunt those gorgeous natural curls, while still keeping them practical and out-of-the-way. At the same time, you must notice the way these braids are styled in patterned cornrows; alternating chunky and petite cornrows make for a classy, yet unique style.

32. Traditional Large Box Braids With A Single Accessory

Maybe you want to go traditional, low-key, and minimalist for the next few weeks, but you still want to keep it chic! Try these sweet box braids: a traditional waist-length box braid with a single beautiful solid color comes highlighted with a tasteful accessory, which means you’ll look low-key, but still totally stunning at the same time.

33. Confident, Voluminous Big Box Braids

You’re the picture of self-assuredness with this gorgeous curtain of hair. Thick-braided locks in your natural color don’t have to mean plain or boring when it comes to you. With these voluminous box braids, you’re the definition of confident, self-reliant, and put-together.

34. Triangular Box Braids With A Neon Twist

The triangulated sections start this beautiful style off in a funky fashion; then, a few tasteful neon twists come in to tie the whole eye-popping look together. Dazzling sleekness is what makes this look stand out– you can pick any twist that suits your mood, and adding them to the back of this braided style means you’ll be catching eyes even when your back’s turned.

35. Syrupy Sweet Cotton Candy Colored Braids

Ooooooh, this style reminds us of the circus from back when we were young– remember munching on sweet pink-and-blue cotton candy, or maybe even sipping on syrupy snowcones? It’s the bubblegum-colored braids, one color to each side, that highlights this masterpiece– it’s the definition of eye-popping!

36. Neon Pink Asymmetrically Twisted Big Box Braids

These box braids stand out in more ways than one! First of all, the braids’ size is not uniform; you’ll be rocking some chunky braids, some petite braids, and some in-between. In addition, they’re tinged with a fascinating hot pink color, but the way the pink intermixes with your natural color is so unique; some braids are entirely pink, and some are intermixed, pink and black. It’s totally unpredictable and totally bold.

37. Ombre-esque Shoulder-length Hot Pink Braids

If you like the hot pink color from the above style, but you’d rather something a little shorter, try these braids! A shoulder-length cut gives you a spunky look, while the hot pink will totally make you stand out. At the same time, these give off an ombre-like feel, as they fade from your natural color on top to entirely pink at your ends.

38. Hot Cocoa Chunky Cornrow Updo

The way these cocoa-tinted chunky cornrows are upstyled into a twisted ponytail is totally irresistible. In addition, if you take a closer look, you’ll see it’s not just a plain old ponytail: wrapping one sleek braid around your ponytail holder hides it completely, giving you a stylish “twisted” effect.

39. Thick Gold Tinted Cornrow Braids

These big cornrow braids are almost entirely tinted with a blonde color that’s not even purely blonde– it’s golden. You’ll shine like the rays of the sun, day or night, with asymmetrical braids running down your back all the way to your waistline. It’s a totally tenacious ‘do for a bold, strong powerful woman.

40. Mellow Braids In A Funky Half-up Fashion

You’ll look totally laid-back and mellowed-out in these thick, funky, dark caramel-colored braids. Twisting big braids into a half-up bun at the back of your head, while leaving the other half of those gorgeous locks trailing over your shoulders and down your back, makes for an insanely striking street fashion.

41. Smokey White-grey Ombre Braids

With these braids, less is more; you’ll notice that this model is wearing fewer braids, and yet at the same time, each braid packs a powerful punch. In addition, the white-grey highlights create an ombre effect, trailing like smoke from dark grey at your roots, to an entirely bright-white hue at your ends.

42. Half-up Caramel Blonde Box Braids

This unique big box braid hairstyle idea is styled with mostly midsized locks, interspersed with some petite braids to create a one-of-a-kind style. Pulling back half of these braids into a big, eye-catching bun on top looks totally polished and sleek. In addition, you’ll notice that these braids’ color is not completely uniform; you’ll be rocking some darker honey hues twisted with lighter blonde highlights.

43. Elegant Wine-colored Braided Updo

Classy. Chic. Stylish. Totally distinguished. That’s what we think of when we see this twisted, braided updo. A maroon color highlights your gorgeous natural tone while twisting your big box braids into this classic updo creates the perfect look for the office, class, or even your next big event.

44. Chic Long Layered Hair with Spunky Braided Bob

You’ve got personality, and you’ve got spunk– and this braided short bob haircut is the perfect choice for you. Shorter pieces framing your face gives you a layered hair look, while these thick braids accessorized at the ends allow you to boast a peppy, yet classy style.

45. Middle-parted Braids With Asymmetrical Accessories

If you love the simplicity of middle-parted braids, paired with the big volume of chunky box braids, try this style! You’ll be absolutely dazzling with waist-length braids, complete with face-framing accessories. Notice how the accessories in this style are asymmetrical: a different accessory on each side gives this hairdo a courageous finish.

46. Sweeping, Neon Ombre Big Box Braids

Those who want a box braid style that’s guaranteed to pop eyes will want to try this one on for size. First of all, the sweeping length that runs far past your waist gives off a gorgeous, feminine charm. At the same time, this style’s beyond cute– hot pink fading, ombre-style, into neon orange will make you look like the most dazzling of sunsets.

47. Slender Box Braids With Tastefully Placed Accessories

These slender, yet not quite petite, braids offer versatile stylability, whether you want to wear them up in a topknot or swing them down low. In addition, if you’re a low-key lady, you’ll love these tasteful accessories, positioned in all the right places to add a perfect amount of glitz. Shine on, you beautiful woman!

48. Asymmetrical Cornrow Big Box Braids Updo

If styled hair is your jam, and you’re in love with the chunky cornrow box braid trend, try this glamorous updo! The curving, asymmetrical braids weave towards a gorgeous, lengthy ponytail, which trails down your back for effortlessly feminine finesse. You’ll love tossing these braids over your shoulder, and maybe even pairing them with some bold hoop earrings.

49. French Braid Reminiscent Cornrow Box Braids

Is it a french braid? A box braid? A cornrow? It’s all of the above, with extra chic. This energetic yet practical style pairs two large french-style braids with several more slender cornrows on each side, while at the same time, keeping it short and shoulder-length for easy, low-key wearability. With a bit of extra work, this look can also be a really good wedding hairstyle for short hair.

50. Striking Blue And Red Box Braids

This is a massive twist on your typical, middle-part, naturally-colored box braids. The eye-catching glittery blue and fiery red colors are one-of-a-kinds, just like you– there will be nobody else who can parallel your looks when you wear these locks. Toss these over your shoulder and pair them with shiny hoops for extra pizzazz.

50 Alluring Big Box Braid Styles for the Classy Woman

Whether you’re a boisterous and outgoing gal or a laid-back classy lady, there’s a box braid style for you. It doesn’t matter whether you’re styling your hair for work, for the beach, for your best friend’s wedding, or for your next modeling shoot– box braids are so versatile, they’re suitable for any occasion! So go ahead, be adventurous, and rock that neon-colored ombre. Or maybe, natural hues are for you– go for it! No matter which of these styles you choose, you’re sure to look absolutely glamorous– so go ahead and rock it, you classy woman! Now that you’ve gone through these gorgeous looks, don’t forget to also take a look at the prettiest short blonde hair ideas!