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There is something about sunshine that makes me want to get my hair braided up. Braids are one of my favorite go-to protective styles and every summer I jump on a different style. Last year, it was faux locs; this year, I'm into goddess box braids, also known as bohemian braids.


For those of you that don't know, they are generally smaller box braids, left open-ended with curls. I guess an updated version of the "pick and drop" braids style we lived for in the nineties. My favorite version of the style has been waist-length, low-density box braids with curly ends.

Goddess box braids have recently been seen all over Instagram on models, influencers, and celebrities alike, including Jhene Aiko and Jordyn Woods. I predict this will be one of the key braid styles this summer. I've booked my appointment for next month, get your bookings in!

Check out my goddess box braids style crushes for some inspiration:

Featured image by Jordyn Woods/Instagram.

 

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