Beyonce Rocks Braids And Bold Printed Outfits During Anniversary Trip To Cuba (PHOTOS)

PHOTOS: The Braids Are Back
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Bold printed ensembles and a head full of box braids have become one of Solange Knowles' signature looks. However, it was big sister Beyoncé who was spotted rocking the dynamic style while in Cuba on a wedding anniversary trip with hubby Jay-Z.

On Wednesday Bey dined in a printed, color-blocked frock by Diane von Furstenberg then on Thursday she strolled through the streets of Havana in an eye-catching Thakoon Addition Resort 2013 getup and gigantic, plaited top knot 'do that was so spot-on with Solange's style it could make for the perfect "Fashion Police" segment of Bitch Stole My Look.

But comparisons (and hostility) aside, the 31-year-old star looked fab!

It's always a treat to see Beyoncé break out of her fashion comfort zone of bodycon dresses, hot pants and leotards. And we love to see her honey blonde hair in braids -- although Mrs. Carter opted for a darker hue this time around. The braided extensions are always a good call when traveling so you don't have to worry about fussing with your hair -- no combs, brushes, hair dryers or flat irons required.

It was super exciting when Beyoncé started wearing braids again this past summer. And now the look is becoming a go-to 'do for the superstar and mother to 1-year-old daughter Blue Ivy. Meanwhile a number of celebs are following suit. Janet Jackson was spotted in February sporting her "Poetic Justice" braids during Milan Fashion Week.

Here's a look at Bey rocking her braids while hanging in Cuba--and check out the slideshow below for more photos from the trip.

Sidenote: Why is Jay-Z dressed like a grandpa on vacation? All he's missing is a fanny pack. Ugh.

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U.S. singer Beyonce and her husband, rapper Jay-Z, hold hands as they tour Old Havana, Cuba, Thursday, April 4, 2013. R&B's power couple is in Havana on their fifth wedding anniversary. (AP Photo/Ramon Espinosa) (credit:AP)
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U.S. singer Beyonce and her husband, rapper Jay-Z, tour Old Havana, Cuba, Thursday, April 4, 2013. R&B's power couple is in Havana on their fifth wedding anniversary. (AP Photo/Ramon Espinosa) (credit:AP)
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U.S. singer Beyonce and her husband, rapper Jay-Z, right, tours Old Havana as a body guard, left, and tour guide, right, accompany them in Cuba, Thursday, April 4, 2013. R&B's power couple is in Havana on their fifth wedding anniversary. (AP Photo/Ramon Espinosa) (credit:AP)
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U.S. singer Beyonce, center holding camera, walks with her husband, rapper Jay-Z, right of her, as they tour Old Havana, Cuba, Thursday, April 4, 2013. R&B's power couple is in Havana on their fifth wedding anniversary. (AP Photo/Ramon Espinosa) (credit:AP)
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U.S. singer Beyonce poses for photos with school children as she tours Old Havana, Cuba, Thursday, April 4, 2013. Beyonce is in Havana with her husband, rapper Jay-Z, on their fifth wedding anniversary. (AP Photo/Ramon Espinosa) (credit:AP)
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U.S. singer Beyonce holds her camera as she tours Old Havana, Cuba, Thursday, April 4, 2013. Beyonce is in Havana with her husband, rapper Jay-Z, on their fifth wedding anniversary. (AP Photo/Ramon Espinosa) (credit:AP)
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U.S. singer Beyonce and her husband, rapper Jay-Z, are surrounded by body guards as they tour Old Havana where a street performer on stilts looks on, right, in Cuba, Thursday, April 4, 2013. R&B's power couple is in Havana on their fifth wedding anniversary. (AP Photo/Ramon Espinosa) (credit:AP)
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People react to the press as they wait outside the Saratoga hotel to see U.S. singer Beyonce in Old Havana, Cuba, Thursday, April 4, 2013. Beyonce is in Havana with her husband, rapper Jay-Z, on their fifth wedding anniversary. (AP Photo/Ramon Espinosa) (credit:AP)
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People position themselves outside a restaurant to catch a glance of U.S. singer Beyonce in Old Havana, Cuba, Thursday, April 4, 2013. Beyonce is in Havana with her husband, rapper Jay-Z, on their fifth wedding anniversary. (AP Photo/Ramon Espinosa) (credit:AP)
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U.S. singer Beyonce and her husband, rapper Jay-Z, are surrounded by body guards as they tour Old Havana where a street performer on stilts looks on, right, in Cuba, Thursday, April 4, 2013. R&B's power couple is in Havana on their fifth wedding anniversary. (AP Photo/Ramon Espinosa) (credit:AP)
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U.S. singer Beyonce, center, and her husband Jay-Z, right, walk down the stairs at La Guarida restaurant in Havana, Cuba, Wednesday, April 3, 2013. R&B's power couple is in Havana on their fifth wedding anniversary. (AP Photo/La Guarida) (credit:AP)