Wearing box braids with color also makes for long, cascading plaits that are as stunning as they are long-lasting and protective. Janet Jackson and Brandy’s braided styles were iconic in the ’90s.

8. Big box braids While big braids have a cool, retro feel, it's important to note that they can be heavy and might pull on your hair. If you're considering a high bun or updo, large braids might ...

Getty | Raymond Hall Rihanna's Long Knotless Box Braids (Color 35) Rihanna looks great in any style she wears. In this photo, she's wearing superlong burgundy box braids in the color 35.

Actress Regina King made an appearance for HBO Summer TCA Panels and the 48-year-old debuted a new hairstyle that we are instantly in love with! She wore some long box braids but switched it up by ...

Medium box braids, as Taylor explained, "will range in width from penny to nickel sized." Much like small braids, these will last you up to eight weeks.