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5 Formal Box Braids Hairstyles

You spent the last three weeks researching the perfect box braids, size, and color. You located a braider who could do the style (if you didn’t have one already). One who was known for neatness yet would leave your edges intact. Sat through hours of painstaking sitting, tugging, opening pack after pack of hair, joining for the perfect length. You have the ideal set of medium to long box braids. What should you do with them now?

Braids are all fun and games until it’s time to go to work (which, in my case, requires your hair to be pinned up) or to go to a conference, business lunch, or speaking engagement, where professionalism and elegance are essential. Suddenly, butt-length braids don’t seem like such a good idea. We are here to help. Below are a few hairstyles we’ve found that will look good for any occasion.

Half-Up Half-Down

A versatile and enjoyable way to arrange your braids that looks great in both informal and formal settings is the half up, half down box braid hairstyles. Box braids can be used to achieve the following half-up, half-down style:

  1. Start by brushing your braids to remove any tangles or knots.
  2. Gather the top half of your braids (about the top third to half of your braids) and use a hair tie to secure them into a high ponytail or bun on the crown of your head.
  3. Use bobby pins to secure any loose braids or flyaways, and to create a smooth, sleek look.
  4. To add some extra style and flair, you can wrap a small section of hair around the base of the ponytail or bun to conceal the hair tie.
  5. Leave the bottom half of your braids down, either loose and flowing or styled in loose waves or curls.
  6. Finish off the style by using a light hold hairspray or edge control to smooth any flyaways or frizz.

A terrific way to flaunt your braids while keeping them out of your face is with the half-up, half-down box braids hairstyle. It’s a versatile and flattering style that can be worn up or down, depending on the situation. You can quickly master this gorgeous style with a little effort.

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3. To add some extra style and flair, wrap a few of your braids around the base of the ponytail to conceal the hair tie. Secure the braids with bobby pins or a hair clip.

4. Finish off the style by using a light hold hairspray or edge control to smooth any flyaways or frizz.

The high ponytail is a great option if you’re looking for a quick and easy box braids style that’s perfect for a casual day out or a workout session. It’s also a great style to show off your facial features and add some height and length to your overall look.

High Ponytail 

 The high ponytail is a classic and simple box braids hairstyle that involves gathering all of your braids at the top of your head and securing them with a hair tie. Here’s how to create a high ponytail with box braids:

  1. Brush and gather all of your braids to the top of your head, making sure there are no bumps or tangles.
  2. Use a hair tie to secure your braids at the crown of your head. You can choose to leave some braids loose around your face for a more relaxed look, or pull them all the way back for a sleeker style.

 

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The crown braid, also known as a halo braid, is a gorgeous and elegant box braids hairstyle that involves braiding your hair into a circle around the top of your head. Here’s how to create a crown braid with box braids:
 
  1. Part your hair down the middle, creating two even sections.
  2. Take one section of hair and begin braiding it from the front of your head towards the back. Braid the hair all the way to the end and secure it with a small hair tie.
  3. Repeat the braiding process on the other side of your head.
  4. Take one of the braids and bring it up and over the top of your head, securing it with bobby pins. Make sure to conceal the hair tie as much as possible.
  5. Take the other braid and do the same, wrapping it around the top of your head and securing it with bobby pins. The two braids should meet at the back of your head.

 

Crown Braid

 

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6. To smooth any flyaways or frizz.Tuck any remaining braids underneath the braids you just wrapped around your head, and secure them with bobby pins.

7. Finish off the style by using a light hold hairspray or edge control

The crown braid is a beautiful and sophisticated box braids hairstyle that’s perfect for formal events, weddings, or even just a special night out. It’s a great way to show off your face and add some height to your look while keeping your hair out of your face. With a little practice, you’ll be able to create this stunning style in no time

 

Braided Updo

 The braided updo is a versatile and elegant box braids hairstyle that involves braiding your hair and twisting it into a knot or bun at the top or back of your head. Here’s how to create a braided updo with box braids:

  1. Brush your box braids to remove any tangles or knots.
  2. Gather all of your braids into a high ponytail or bun at the top or back of your head, depending on where you want your updo to be located.
  3. Begin braiding the ponytail or bun, starting at the base and working your way down to the end. Use a hair tie to secure the end of the braid.
  4. Wrap the braid around the base of the ponytail or bun, tucking the end of the braid under and securing it with bobby pins.
  5. Take any remaining braids and twist them around the bun or knot, securing them with bobby pins as you go.
  6. Finish off the style by using a light hold hairspray or edge control to smooth any flyaways or frizz.

 

 

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The braided updo is a beautiful and timeless box braids hairstyle that’s perfect for formal events, work meetings, or even just a special night out. It’s a great way to keep your hair out of your face while showing off your box braids and adding some elegance to your overall look. With a little practice, you’ll be able to create this stunning style in no time.

Side Swept Braids 

 

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Side swept braids are a great option if you’re looking for a quick and easy box braids style that’s perfect for a casual day out or a workout session. It’s a great way to show off your face and add some length to one side of your overall look. With a little practice, you’ll be able to create this stunning style in no time

Side swept braids are a trendy and easy box braids hairstyle that involves sweeping your braids to one side of your head and securing them with bobby pins or a hair tie. Here’s how to create side swept braids with box braids:

  1. Brush and gather all of your braids to one side of your head, making sure there are no bumps or tangles.
  2. Use a hair tie to secure your braids at the nape of your neck or behind your ear, depending on how long your braids are.
  3. To add some extra style and flair, you can create a fishtail braid or a regular three-strand braid with the loose braids on the side of your head.
  4. Secure the braid with a small hair tie or bobby pins, making sure to conceal them as much as possible.
  5. Finish off the style by using a light hold hairspray or edge control to smooth any flyaways or frizz.