What's my next protective style? Braids vs. Weave

October 28, I am getting my hair done...the problem is I cannot decide what I want lol. I haven't had either in ages! Weave or some box braids?? I'm going to try and make a pro and con list...here we go!

WEAVE- 
Pros: 

• Very stylish
• Versatile since there are many types of hair and styles you can do as if it was your own
• A lot faster to put in and take out 
• Potentially less heavy than braids

Cons:

• Could mess up the edges
• Lots of maintenance, you have to treat the weave like it is your own hair -_- so it isn't really a break lol
• Could get a bad batch of hair and it would be all tangly and what not :0
• Hair and closures are expensive! 
• Apparently getting the braids wet and not drying them thoroughly will cause a mildew like smell...ew

BRAIDS:

Pros:

• Last quite a while
• Kind of versatile in styling it offers many color options
• Easy access to scalp
• Bare maintenance needed
• Cheaper to get hair
• Potentially cheaper to get done, especially in college where the girls who can braid will hook you up for a lower price than a shop

Cons:

• Could also potentially mess up edges
• Could be too heavy
• Takes forever to take in and take out