5. Scarf-tied jumbo box braids Try tying a silk scarf, headwrap, or turban around the front to add a retro touch to your jumbo box braids. Bright patterns and colours look great with braids.

The possibilities really are endless. Ahead, we’ve curated 20 of the best ombré box braids from none other than the bottomless source of inspiration that is Instagram.

Even if you don’t think you need them, trust, you do. They’re the only way to give your butterfly braid major length and volume. 2. Start by creating an off-center part with a rat-tail comb.

"Butterfly clips and small hanging braids are the highlights of Coachella hairstyles this year. The look is 'less is more,' youthful, and playful." ...

You can opt for elastics that are the same colour as your hair, but for a fun festival look, secure the braids with colourful options like the Boots Pastel Polybands Assorted 200 pieces (£4).

Stasha Harris, our resident braid expert, is passing the mic off to Knolesha Hammary, New Jersey–based hairstylist, so check out the video above to see her bring this look to life.

Y2K beauty is back in a big way, and these 13 nostalgic hair looks are the perfect place to start. From spiky buns to flicked ends, the 2000s never looked so fresh.