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Box braids are a timelessprotective style, and they can be customized in so many ways.

you could play around with size, length, and color.

Regarding the latter, there are so many shades of braiding hair to choose from.

leigh anne pinnock with green braids

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you could opt for natural hair colors, like dark brown or blonde.

If colorfulbox braidspique your interest, we’ve got you covered with tons of inspiration below.

Ahead, find 10 examples of long box braids with color.

justine skye with purple knotless braids

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The hair’s rich, jewel tones make her complexion pop.

Burgundy Braids

Is there any style Keke Palmer cant make her own?

Here, the multihyphenate makes a statement with boldburgundybraids styled in a half-up, half-down bun.

Keke palmer with red braids

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We also love the way theyve been styled.

The fabulous side plait with the braids cascading down her face creates a stunning look.

The variousblue tonesin her hair give this look an added wow factor.

storm reid with blonde and brown braids

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Pink Braids

Venus Williamsis no stranger to braided hairstyles.

Here, shes elevated her small box braids usinglightanddark pink hair.

The addition of the micro cornrows on one side adds another unexpected and edgy touch to the look.

leigh anne pinnock with green braids

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It’s a bold, bright look perfect for summer or a festival.

Case in point: Iman’s Iman’s light purple, pink, and blue box braids braids.

This look totally has a cool, relaxed girl vibe.

amandla stenberg with blue braids

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Her long, multicolored braids stand out for all the right reasons.

Dark Red Braids

Rihanna is a total hair chameleon who looks good in everyhairstylefrom bobs to braids.

Here, her darkcopperbraids serve as another example of how to experiment with color subtly.

venus williams with pink box braids

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alicia keys with electric orange braids

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chanel iman with pastel braids

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kelis with rainbow braids

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rihanna with burgundy box braids