Braids [1] come in many different shapes and forms, but there's something about box braids that gives us heart eyes every time we see them. Not only are they a low-maintenance, protective style [2] that works well for people with time-consuming hair care routines, but they're also pretty versatile.

These days, box braids present people with the perfect opportunities to experiment with new colours, lengths, accessories, and part designs without the burden of putting too much stress on your natural hair. If you're in the mood to switch things up for a while, take a look at some of the photos ahead to get some inspiration for your next trip to the salon.