Purple box braids can be a lot of fun, particularly when paired with dark roots to create an ombre effect. This rich color is both versatile and eye-catching, but this fashion-forward and fabulous look is definitely not for the faint-hearted.

Why Choose Purple Box Braids

Box braids are easy to wear, easy to style, and are the perfect way to keep your hair out of your eyes and off your head during the hot summer months.

They originally got popular in the 1990s, thanks to their frequent appearances on the runway and in music videos, modern box braids are now available in a wide rainbow of colors and styles. Among those, if you want to get a unique look, go for the purple box braids!

The best thing about box braids is they are not made using your natural hair, you can experiment with as many bright and bold colors as you wish without damaging your own hair.

Purple is a great color to experiment with. Here are some fabulous and fashion-forward purple box braid styles for you to explore:

1. Purple Ombre Box Braids

Light purple is a fun addition to long box braids. A bunch of tiny box braids make hair look thicker and will keep it looking creative and beautiful for months.

2. Purple and Black Box Braids

The roots of these long tiny box braids are black but they quickly and beautifully turn to light purple. Wear the hair down to better display the color or pull it up in any updo for glam.

3. Light Purple Box Braids

For short box braids that meet the shoulders, add light pastel purple. This shade is gorgeous against dark skin and only takes a center part to be fashionable.

4. Pink and Purple Box Braids

Black will be the base for another short box braid style, but it will only help the hot pink and dark purple pop. Secure ends with black ties for more contrast.