We all want a quick switch to something that shows us a different version of ourselves. And when we want that, it’s mostly to showcase that daring side of ourselves. Thankfully, countless options could feed that desire of yours. What is the part of your look-making process that could make you feel the most daring and bold? I know the answer to that. Your hair! If you work creatively on them, you could make the best out of them. Certain kinds of hairstyles would bring out the creative side of you as well as in return give you the look you want for yourself. One of them is the ultimate Peek a Boo Braids.
Peek a Boo braids are a hairstyle consisting of thin braids throughout your hair, that contrast lovingly with your natural hair color of yours. These braids often work as a way to provide your hair with a mixture of good color and texture making it look strong and daring. And to find the best kinds of braids for that matter, we have curated a list of 15 Best Peek a Boo braid hairstyles that you wouldn’t hold back from giving a try. So, to have an amazing experience all to yourself, delve in with all your interest.
15 Top Peek-Boo Braids Hairstyle for a Bold Look
Delve in and find some creative peek-a-boo braid hairstyles that would help you transform your look!
The Pink Surprise in Dark Brown
This one is a pretty hairstyle that won’t require much of your effort and will seamlessly execute the look you’re craving for. To achieve this hairstyle, follow the below instructions carefully:
Make thin braids throughout your hair-box braids.
After that, take the back-bottom section of your hair and separate a few extensions by moving the left and right sections of your hair at the front, leaving a few at the mid.
Take the sections that are left in the mid-back section of your hair and add on light pink extensions of peek a boo braids.
Add the extensions in a way that the whole bottom mid-section of your hair should be covered with those light pink braids. While still leaving the top sections to hide them and make it peek-a-boo inspired.
Style the remaining hair the way you want, and make sure to keep the idea of peek-a-boo in check!
Hidden Red Ponytail
What would be better than hidden hues of red peeking through your hair? It’s giving hidden revenge by sound though. If you want to execute something like that anytime soon, let me follow you up with the instructions:
Create box braids throughout your hair.
Add red extensions of peek a boo braids in a hidden manner throughout the sections of your hair, just so that they give a contrasting effect (in every section).
Create a high ponytail to show the lovely red extensions you’ve added and make sure to wear something that matches the vibe.
Front Side Swept High Ponytail
If you’re someone who adores high ponytails that are side swept from the front and like going out with them on important events, this hairstyle would flatter you.
Make box braids throughout the remaining parts of your hair.
Section your front hair and make a side parting.
Clip the side parting sleekly to the opposite side of where you did the parting.
Add on peek a boo braids at the bottom-back section of your hair, or maybe you could switch it to in-between too.
After that, take the rest of your hair (from the back and remaining sides) and make a high ponytail out of them. And you’re done!
Open Hair and In-Between Peek-a-Boo Braids
You could make the easiest hairstyle the most creative through these peek a boo braids.
Start by creating an even middle parting of your hair.
Make box braids throughout your hair.
Add on dark purple peek a boo braids (or other dark-colored braids that go well with your natural hair color.) in between 3-4 strands of the thin braids you created. Do this process throughout the top part of your hair.
One on the Left and the Other on the Right
This one is a cute hairstyle that would help you make the most out of your peek a boo braids.
Start by creating box braids throughout your hair.
Take two strands of your front hair that are created in box braids and use them as face-framing strands.
Take the hair on the back of the right strand such that a few thin braids located at the top of the ear remain as it is as well as the hair the back-bottom of your hair, more like a half up and half down, and create a ponytail. Do the same with the left side.
Once you do that, take nude-colored peek a boo braids and apply them at the half-down area of both the left and right sides of that hair. And you’re done!
Peek-a-Boo Lob
How about something for girls with short hair this time? Yes, from my side. This one is pretty basic.
Make a middle parting or side parting, whatever you want to go for.
Create box braids throughout your hair.
Add peek a boo braids at the back bottom of your hair.
Style the hair in a manner that the peek a boo braids peek through and create a bold look.
Half-Up Top Knot
This one is interesting and would allow you to get a little creative with your peek-a-boo hairstyles.
Create box braids throughout your hair.
Take the only upper section of your hair, leaving the temple on both sides and make a half-down style at the back.
Add on peek a boo braids throughout the half-down section and bring them at the front for a brighter appearance, or whatever your choice with it was.
Create a bun with the upper section of the box braids. Create them in such a way that they appear as strands stacked on top of each other, in circles.
Secure the bun and enjoy this creative hairstyle.
Mixed Colors Peek a Boo Braids
How about experimenting with different colors of peek a boo braids together in the same extension?
Create a side or mid-parting, whatever suits the look you’re going for.
Add on rainbow-colored peek a boo braids throughout after every 4-5 natural hair sections.
Make sure they blend in well and contrast flawlessly.
High Whole Top Knot
Once again, we’re here with the knot-inspired hairstyle, but with all of your hair this time. And this one is fashion-forward.
Create box braids throughout your hair.
Add on bright-colored peek a boo braids in between.
Tie your hair high up into a bun such that it creates a stacked look.
The bright peek a boo braids would elevate this hairstyle overall and will make it look just your type!
Secure the bun and you’re ready to go! It’s that easy.
Half-Down and Claw Hairstyle
Need a sophisticated yet bold look? This hairstyle is here to fulfill that need.
As usual, create box braids throughout your hair.
Add peek a boo braids throughout the half-down section of your hair.
Take the half-up section of your hair and secure it with a claw clip, towards a bit of a downside, to make the claw clip hairstyle look natural. Don’t mind adding 2-3 strands of the peek a boo braids you just added in the half-down section.
Style the half-down hair to the or the sides, you may also just leave it as it is. All on you.
This hairstyle is more of a casual hairstyle that gives you the most needed qualities!
Platinum Peek-a-Boo Braids
We all know how platinum hair has been taking a whole lot of attention lately, so why not try that with our peek a boo box braids?
Create the usual mid-parting.
Make box braids throughout.
Add platinum these braids all together at the bottom.
Style and bring them to the front to give a sneak peek at that bold color.
Peek a Boo and Curls
Here with the ultimate peek a Boo braids with curls. This hairstyle would help you look all charming.
Create box braids throughout, but here’s the twist, stop braiding them more than halfway through your hair-a few inches.
In those remaining ‘less than a half ends’, curl that hair. Yes, trust me with it.
Do that on every box braid you make throughout your hair.
After that, add on braids with the same action, so they blend well with the hairstyle.
And here you have it, a flawless hairstyle.
Two Buns on Top
This one is creative and cute, you’ll adore it.
Section your hair into a middle parting.
Create box braids throughout your hair.
Take the right side of the parting, starting from the top, the place right next to it, and create a small bun there. Do the same with the left side.
Add the kinds of peek-a-boo braids you like, they could be peek-a-boo knotless braids and others. Choose something that goes with your style and aesthetic.
Needed Updo
This one has an elegant touch to it, so if that is something that matches your vibe, go for it.
Create box braids throughout your hair, the usual.
Add your favorite colored peek-a-boo braids.
Take your braided hair and tie it in a bun, right at the top of your head, in the middle.
While combining it into a bun, take out a few strands and use them as face-framing strands or just a way to show a trendy finish.
Making that bun could take some time and attention so it has to be right. It’s worth the wait though.
Half-Up Bun
Incorporating buns in these braids hairstyles is quite fun, and to be very honest, they are trendy. Just like this one.
Create box braids throughout your hair.
At the center-mid section of your hair that is made into thin box braids, create a half-up bun, leaving hair down too.
Add bright peek a-boo hair braids at the half-down part and leave it hanging down.
And you’re done!
Conclusion
These were some lovely peek-a-boo braids hairstyles. While making these hairstyles, make sure to stay patient and focus on making the best hairstyle possible.
