Inspired by the legendary Cleopatra, we introduce the bob box braids as the next big trending thing in the hairstyling world. In addition to being a protective style for your natural hair, they can be a solution for girls with shorter hair who wish to flaunt exceptional designs.

They are the retro-chic design that works with any kind of upcoming event. So, with the help of these tips and tricks below you will be able to master a whole new level of ” drop-dead gorgeous.”

Tools Needed

• Hair Clips.
• Rubber bands
• Hair Brush

Steps To Follow

1. Wash your hair with shampoo and conditioner because you need moisturized and damp hair to work better with braids.
2. Brush your hair to avoid any tangles.
3. Section your hair lock into 4 subsections and use clips to hold each section while working.
4. Make sure all the strands are of almost the same size and length.
5. Take a really tiny pinch of hair aside and then braid the entire section from top to bottom.
6. Secure the tips of each braid with an elastic band for a firm hold and longer life span.
7. Take three of the pinches of hair you put aside and cross over the left one under the middle one. Then do the same thing with the right pinch. Consequently, you’ll get a box braid.

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How to Style Bob Box Braids

When hairstyles get complicated and seem too hard to accomplish, visual aids can come in handy! So, if you are having a hard time shaping your box braids here’s a youtube video tutorial to guide you throughout the whole process.

So, to sum up in 5 simple steps:

1. Pick the desired length. You can choose from chin length, shoulder-length, layered, in between, pixie etc …
2. Decide the thickness of each braid. Thicker is better when it comes to boxing braids because they stand out easily and offer more volume.
3. Choose one of the top box braid styles below to be on the right track.
4. Try different colors to spice up your designs and grab attention.
5. Accessorize by adorning your hair with flashy and twinkly hair clips or cute floral bands.