23 Gorgeous Boho Braids For Long Hair

Boho braids for long hair offer a stunning, versatile way to embrace a carefree yet stylish look that reflects individuality and a relaxed vibe. These braids range from simple, effortless styles to intricate, romantic updos, perfectly suited for long hair to showcase texture and volume. Incorporating 23 distinct boho braid ideas, this article explores ways to rock these hairdos with ease and charm, capturing both everyday elegance and special occasion flair. 

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1) Boho Knotless Box Braids

The braids frame the face softly while the curls add bounce and movement, so the style feels glamorous but still effortless. Because the braids start smoothly at the scalp with no bulky knots, the style tends to feel lighter and more comfortable for long wear.

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2) Boho Curls With Cornrow Braids

The curls have lots of movement and definition, so even when you do nothing to it, it still looks styled. It’s a protective style, so your natural hair is mostly tucked away and not exposed to daily heat or manipulation.

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3) Boho Curly Half‑Up Braids

It’s a happy, low‑effort look that works perfectly for everyday wear, dates, and casual events. The braids add structure and detail around the hairline, while the loose curls keep everything soft and carefree. Because only the top is braided, it feels very lightweight and lets the natural texture be the main focus. The subtle highlights running through the curls give extra dimension, so the hair looks rich and defined in photos.

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4)  Side‑Part Boho Crochet 

It has a playful feel because the curls fall over one side of the face while the braids on top keep everything looking sleek. The texture is full but not too long, so it gives lots of volume without feeling heavy on the neck or shoulders. Those slim braids add a little edge and structure, almost like a built‑in hair accessory.

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5) Boho Half‑Up Micro Braids

This style mixes tiny braids at the top with loose crimped waves, so it feels detailed but still super soft and wearable. The half‑up braid pattern gives a mini “crown” effect while the rest of the hair falls freely around the shoulders.

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6) Boho Multiple Micro Braids

The scattered purple flowers make it feel like “standing in a meadow” hair dreamy, feminine, and very fairytale. It works on medium to very long hair and can hide extensions seamlessly if extra length or thickness is needed. If your hair is very silky, add a texturising spray before starting so the twists don’t slip.

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7) Caramel Boho Braids With Middle Part

It offers protection at the roots with the braids while still giving free, romantic curls through the lengths. The middle‑part layout is flattering for many face shapes and makes it easy to style symmetrically. It gives effortless vacation hair energy, even if you’re just wearing a simple crop top and jeans.

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8) Super‑Long Caramel Boho Braids

Caramel highlights add depth and dimension, so the curls photograph beautifully from every angle. It’s highly versatile: you can wear it down, half‑up, or in ponytails and buns without losing the boho vibe. It’s the kind of style that makes a simple graphic tee look like a whole outfit because the hair is the star.

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9) Jet‑black boho knotless braids with spiral ends

Knotless braids are gentler on the scalp and edges than traditional box braids, especially at this length. The mix of braids and curls gives strong protective benefits at the roots while still feeling soft and boho through the lengths. The style is highly versatile: it looks good worn down, half‑up, or in ponytails and buns without losing the braid detail.
 

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10) Boho Braids With Highlighted Curls

It’s the kind of style that looks amazing with simple outfits, because the hair itself is the statement piece. It has a very relaxed, festival‑ready vibe: the curls do all the volume work while the little braids add detail and edge. The colour blend from darker roots to lighter, sun‑kissed ends makes the whole style feel like permanent vacation hair.

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11) Wet‑look boho knotless curls

This style mixes tiny knotless braids at the top with glossy, “wet‑look” ringlets all the way down. The neat middle part and micro braids give structure, while the curls keep everything soft and romantic. Because the curls are shorter and full, the hair looks big and bouncy without feeling too heavy.

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12) Voluminous Boho Braid

For everyday, wear it all down and flip the curls to one side so the highlights really pop. Try a half‑up top knot or high pony with just the top section, letting the rest cascade down your back. The length adds serious drama, yet the loose texture keeps it soft and voluminous.
 

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13) Bronde boho knotless goddess braids

This style blends slim knotless braids with loose, spiral curls in a warm bronde shade, so it looks soft but still very detailed. At night, put the hair into two or three big, loose braids or a pineapple and use a satin bonnet or pillowcase to protect the curls. Refresh the ends with a water + leave‑in or curl mousse mix, scrunching and letting them air‑dry instead of brushing.

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14) Copper Goddess Knotless Braids

Knotless braids distribute tension more evenly and are gentler on the hairline than traditional box braids, especially at this length. The combination of braids and curls offers strong protective benefits while still feeling light and feminine. Copper colour done with extensions lets clients enjoy a bold shade without fully committing to permanent dye.

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15) Silver Boho Braids

It’s a protective style, tucking your natural hair into braids and shielding it from daily heat and manipulation. The colour is done with extensions, so you get a dramatic silver look without bleaching your own hair as much. The combination of braids and curls offers tons of styling options: half‑up, ponytails, buns, or all down.

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16) Boho Knotless Box Braids 

The warm blonde pieces mixed with darker strands give a sun‑kissed, beachy vibe that still feels edgy and modern. Because the braids are fairly small and evenly spaced, the style looks very full but still light and swingy when you move.

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17) Boho Braids With Wavy Ends

The mix of braids and loose waves gives both protection and movement, so the style doesn’t feel stiff. It’s versatile: you can wear it all down, half‑up, or in ponytails and buns while still showing braid detail. The look suits many face shapes and works for casual days, dates, or content creation.

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18) Boho Box Braids

The contrast between the dark braids and the bright white pieces gives it a very edgy, street‑style vibe. Because the braids are all the same length and thickness, the style looks clean and uniform, while the accent braids add personality.

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19) Burgundy Boho Knotless Braids

The deep wine colour gives it a rich, luxurious feel that still reads fun and playful. It’s the kind of style that looks intricate up close and stunning from a distance. It’s versatile for ponytails, half‑ups, and buns while still showcasing that beautiful parting pattern.

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20) Boho Cornrow Braids

The cornrows protect your natural hair and reduce daily manipulation, while the curls keep the look soft and feminine. It gives great face framing and works on many face shapes, which makes it a safe go‑to for events and photos. For a cute switch‑up, pull just the braided side and some curls into a half‑up pony or clip, letting the rest cascade down.

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21) Honey‑Highlight Boho Braids

This style blends tiny braids at the top with soft, honey‑blonde curls, so it looks detailed but still very relaxed. The warm highlights running through the curls make the texture glow and frame the face in the sweetest way. The look is versatile: suitable for work, events, or content creation without needing a full restyle.

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22) Long Copper Boho Knotless Braids 

This style is pure drama in the best way – waist‑and‑beyond length braids in a rich copper shade that looks like sunlight. The mix of slim knotless braids and loose curls at the ends gives movement so it swishes beautifully when you walk.