4. Colorful Braids This option will give your look the boost it needs to really speak to your personal style. If you’re looking for a bright color that is bound to turn heads, try blue, red or ...

While box braids are totally DIY-able (just note that it might take several hours), visiting a professional hairstylist — or better yet, a braiding specialist — is always a good idea.

There are honey-blonde ombré box braids, mermaid-colored braids that incorporate green, purple, or blue, or extra-long ombré box braids (a perfect pairing for your nap dresses and a cottagecore ...