The Goddess box braid style has earned its name. Also known as bohemian box braids, this look features loose curls and plaits combined for one fashionable hairdo. It’s a protective style that everyone’s been after since it’s not only super cute but long-lasting.
Box braids are one of the most popular hairstyles, as three strands of hair are used to create a square-shaped braid. This technique keeps the hair locked together for a longer period of time as opposed to twists, making it the perfect choice for durability.
While box braids are a classic option, many women are taking the sassier route by opting to mix curls with their plaits. Some goddess box braids feature curls and plaits running alongside each other, while others transition from plaits to curls at the end.
This style is definitely too good to keep under wraps. So, let’s talk about it! Here are goddess box braid styles that I know you’ll love!
1. Classic Black Goddess Box Braids
The classic black look is always a great place to start. Black goddess box braids will suit any occasion, and complement anything you wear. If you want to spruce things up, you can always add cute accessories, such as hair cuffs or beads.
2. Large Black Goddess Box Braids
Achieve a bolder look with large goddess box braids worn in black. You’ll still maintain that classic appeal and versatility, just with added flair.
3. Burgundy Goddess Box Braids
Burgundy can never fail! A stylish blend between brown and red, this color will have your braids standing out and ready to slay fall fashion.
4. Light Brown Goddess Box Braids
A cool-toned light brown look is the way to go for many women. When black braids become mundane and bold colors don’t fit the mood, a subtle brown shade will certainly keep you looking stylish.
5. Purple Goddess Box Braids
These purple braids just scream summer to me. The season is all about bright and bold colors, so if you’ve been wanting to try a new hue, I recommend this vibrant look.
6. Half-Up Black Goddess Box Braids With High Bun
The famous half-up bun look never gets old. This unique box braid look is still as stylish as ever! If you want to give your classic black braids a twist, scoop a few plaits and curls into a high bun, leaving the remaining braids to flow down your back.
7. Black Goddess Box Braids With Blonde and Golden Brown Highlights
Just as you’d add highlights to your hair to add extra spunk, you can do the same with your black goddess braids. This look features pops of blonde and golden brown for a gorgeous and chic contrast.
8. Burgundy Goddess Box Braids With Defined Curls
I love how well-defined the curls of these burgundy braids are. Resting below the bust and above the hips, the overall look is girly and glamorous at the same time. That’s the power of burgundy goddess box braids.
9. Long Burgundy Goddess Box Braids With Blonde Highlights
For a more dramatic effect, rock your burgundy braids super long, mixing the color with blonde for a striking contrast.
10. Black Goddess Box Braids With Brown Highlights
Speaking of highlights, I’m definitely feeling this black and brown combination. Both neutrals always make a chic pair. Plus, you get a versatile and cute look all in one.
11. Black and Brown Ombre Goddess Box Braids
These ombre braids are absolutely stunning. I love styles that combine colors in this way, especially the classic duo of black and brown.
12. Blonde Goddess Box Braids
Another look that’s sure to be fire for summer is blonde braids. With the curls boasting a slightly teased and disheveled appearance, this style has a laid-back and cool vibe.
13. Small Black and Brown Ombre Goddess Box Braids
For a style that you can easily keep neat for weeks, go for small goddess box braids. Add a special touch with a neutral ombre blend from black to brown.
14. Jumbo Black Goddess Box Braids With Gold Hair Cord
Jumbo braids are bold and make a statement. Mixed with curls, you’ll achieve a girly look to rock each day. To up the style and femininity, accessorize your chunky plaits with gold hair cords.
15. Brown and Black Goddess Box Braids
Here’s a different way to wear brown and black braids. The brown hair takes the leading role, starting at the top of the head toward the midsection. The style then transitions to black hair. Rock this look as is or in a cute ponytail for added effect.
16. Black Goddess Box Braids With High Bun
Tie your goddess box braids into a high bun for an irresistibly elegant look so the frame of your face can be shown off. Leave two braids to hang on either side of the face to make the style even cuter.
17. Black and Brown Goddess Box Braids Worn to the Side
For these braids, the curls begin just a few inches in, resulting in a sassy and flirty style. The variation in color also adds to the look as brown plaits transition to brown curls. Rock this look over the shoulder to enhance the appeal.
18. Red and Black Goddess Box Braids With Gold Accessories
Brighten up your days with shocking red goddess box braids. Include a few black plaits and curls in the mix for a nice contrast, then amp things up with cute gold hair accessories for a trendy finish.
19. Half-Up Half-Down Black Goddess Box Braids
Wearing your hair half-up and half-down works when you want to look both cute and comfortable. With goddess box braids, the style is even more attractive as the curls add to the flair of the look.
20. Pale Brown Goddess Box Braids
I love the shade of these braids more than anything. Its light brown, grayish undertone makes it the perfect look for winter fashion. Imagine flaunting these braids while looking snug in your scarf and boots.
21. Long Black and Brown Goddess Box Braids
Going for an ombre look with a twist? Start your secondary color a few inches in like these light brown curls, then transition from black to brown for the remainder to get that gradient blend.
22. Black and Burgundy Goddess Box Braids
The same rule applied to these black and burgundy braids. The only difference is that the curls are teased for a more boho-chic look.
23. Black and Blue Goddess Box Braids
If you love the color blue, then you’ll adore these summer-worthy braids. It’s a stylish transition from a neutral shade to a bright hue which is sure to inspire some new outfit combinations.
24. Brown and Blonde Ombre Goddess Box Braids With High Bun
First, I must say I love the color combination of these braids. Brown and blonde work so well together, adding a natural spark to your daily outfits.
Plus, super long braids are fun to play around with. Tie the top section into a high bun and wear the rest down for a cute look.
25. Golden Brown Goddess Box Braids
Golden brown is a beautiful color to wear your braids in. It makes getting all dressed up something to look forward to. Also, if you don’t want to go platinum blonde or wear a darker tone, it’s the perfect shade to strike that balance.
26. Black Goddess Box Braids With High Bun And Side Bang
Wearing your braids in a high bun with a side swoop or bang is so stylish. This look is especially fitting for an elegant setting, matched with a classy dress and heels.
27. Black Goddess Box Braids With Half-Up Side Ponytail
Here’s another look that features braids being worn to the side. It’s the classic over-the-shoulder style with a half-up ponytail swooped to the shoulder where the braids are being worn.
28. Black and Golden Brown Goddess Box Braids
Enhance your black braids with streaks of golden brown plaits and curls. The color combination brings a chic vibe and immediately attracts attention.
29. Black Fulani Goddess Box Braids
Now for some Fulani inspiration. Fulani braids generally feature cornrows braided down the side or middle of the head, adding a trendy and tribal vibe. This look displays both as medium-sized cornrows transition to loose curls.
30. Multi-Shade Brown and Black Goddess Box Braids
A goddess braid look for fall has to have shades of brown. Combining hues of your choice with black and all that neutral goodness will astound you and complement your neutral wardrobe pieces too.
31. Wavy Golden Brown Goddess Box Braids
The color, the wavy curls, and the length all caught my eye! Golden brown is one of the most stunning shades, giving your face a natural glow that makes you want to keep your braids in forever. Combined with curls, this look is remarkable.
32. Brown Goddess Box Braid Angled Bob
Goddess box braids also look amazing, styled in an angled bob, with one section tucked behind the ear and the other worn like a bang over the face. It’s a stylish look that you can jazz up with some cute accessories.
33. Black and Blue Goddess Box Braids With Hair Accessories
If you don’t want to rock an entirely bright-colored protective style, using black braids as the foundation is a great idea. Simply include a vibrant shade of your choice, for instance, blue, toward the back for that pop of color.
34. Black and White Goddess Box Braids
Monochrome braids are still in style. With black as the primary hue, include a few plaits and curls in white for a look that’s eye-catching and so edgy.
35. Long Black and Deep Blue Ombre Goddess Box Braids
More women are going for ombre braids with brighter colors. If you’re ready to join the trend, this black and blue ombre look will definitely have all eyes on you.
36. Sleek Black Goddess Box Braids
This is one of my favorite goddess box braid styles—hair sectioned into large plaits with bouncy curls at the ends. I also love the sleek texture. It makes these black braids all the more flattering.
37. Small Shoulder-Length Black Goddess Box Braids
This look is another favorite. It’s sleek, just the same, but the hair is braided smaller. If you prefer protective styles that are long-lasting, this fabulous look is just what you need.
38. Large Black Fulani Goddess Box Braids With Stitch Cornrows
Here’s another fab Fulani-inspired look but with larger and diverse cornrows. These are also stitch cornrows which are known to be more durable than the ordinary, so you’ll be rocking a stylish look that you can enjoy for a few weeks.
39. Brown and Platinum Blonde Goddess Box Braids
Light brown and platinum blonde make a great team and can be worn as an alternative to all-brown or all-blonde braids while still achieving a chic look.
40. Black, Brown, and White Goddess Box Braids With High Bun
After you’ve been wearing your braids for weeks, you may be wondering what styles you can try to switch things up. A high bun is always effective, helping you look laid-back and classy at the same time.
Also, with goddess box braids, you can play around with your curls to enhance the look. Leave at least one out for a playful look.
41. Black Goddess Box Braids With Beads
These beads are the life of the party, transforming classic black box braids into a super stylish look that you can dress up or down with any outfit. I love the color beads chosen as well. The yellow is definitely making a statement.
42. Long Small Black and Blonde Ombre Goddess Box Braids
These braids deserve an audience! The length is the first thing I noticed, but then the neat small braids, the black to blonde ombre blend, and how pretty the curls look still has me in awe.
43. Small Black and Gray Ombre Goddess Box Braids
These ombre braids have a smoother blend based on the natural design of the synthetic hair as opposed to additional hair being added. It makes the final look even more flawless.
44. Long Blonde Goddess Box Braid Angled Bob
Rock an angled bob in blonde for a fashionable style that will complement the colors in anything you wear. Blonde braids look amazing with red, green, pink, and any color you can think of, including those nifty neutrals.
45. Brown Goddess Box Braids With Two High Buns
The cutest braid styles tend to include buns. This look features two, wrapped on either side of the head in a girly half-up, half-down look.
46. Black and Brown Goddess Box Braids With High Ponytail
The high ponytail can’t be replaced. This look is especially flattering if your braided style involves more than one color. For this look, it’s black and brown, and I’m loving how sleek it looks.
47. Black Goddess Box Braids With Brown Highlights
Add a pop of color to your black goddess box braids with a single brown braid and curl added in the mix. Thanks to the color contrast, the hint of brown won’t go unnoticed.
48. Large Blonde Goddess Box Braids With High Bun
Here’s why you should wear your large blonde braids in a high bun because those chunky braids and thick curls will give your bun so much volume, which will in turn give you lots of confidence.
49. Long Black Goddess Box Braids With High Ponytail
The longer your braids, the more fun you’ll have rocking a ponytail. Add to the cuteness of the look by wearing two braids on either side of the head to complement the ponytail.
50. Black Goddess Box Braids With White Highlights
Bring an edgy look to your protective by rocking black braids with a few in white. The stark contrast is enough to turn heads wherever you go.
51. Black Coi Leray Goddess Box Braids
This version of the style is popularly referred to as Coi Leray braids, owing mainly to the length. It’s a cute look you can try any time of the year. Wear in black for optimum versatility.
52. Brown and Platinum Blonde Goddess Box Braids With Low Ponytail
Color combos can make a big impact on your protective style. Not in the mood for black braids? Brown and platinum blonde is a fashionable alternative. Wear to the side in a low ponytail for a cute twist.
53. Blonde Gradient Goddess Box Braids
I love this all-blonde braided style. It fades into a much lighter hue for the curls, resembling the rushing waves of a waterfall.
54. Small Brown Goddess Box Braids With Beads
For a glamorous style, the color, length, and size of this look are perfect. Plus, these brown goddess box braids are accessorized with an assortment of beads which makes them more captivating.
55. Maroon and Black Goddess Box Braids
Teased curls are really starting to grow on me more and more. I love how the unraveled look adds so much style to these maroon braids. If red braids would be too bright for you, maroon is an exceptional shade to try instead.
Summary and Top Picks
It’s time to rock some goddess box braids, and I’m confident you’ve found the perfect look from the styles above to give you a head start before your next hair appointment.
There are a few looks I definitely have my eyes on. My favorites are:
- #1 Classic Black Goddess Box Braids: Nothing really beats black braids. It’s the first choice for so many of us, myself included.
- #8 Burgundy Goddess Box Braids With Defined Curls: The color of these braids really did it for me. It’s every woman’s dream to look stunning while protecting their natural hair.
- #26 Black Goddess Box Braids With High Bun And Side Bang: This side bang and high bun combo are too stylish not to love!
What about you? Which of these goddess box braid styles caught are you longing to try? Let me know in the comments below!
