Our New Favorite Back to School Hairstyles

By Mary Shannon Wells
Pinterest/Cosmopolitan/Ruben Chamorro

Going back to school is a huge event. Whether you’re in the first grade or a senior in college, you want to look presentable on the first day. These looks will have you looking and feeling incredible. The best part about these ideas, though, is how easy they are to copy. From the two-minute twist to the classic high pony, these hairstyles are quick and fun. Whether you’re experienced enough to style a box fishtail braid or you just need the perfect low ponytail, these cute back to school styles are your guide. And if you’re a mom of a little one, you can use these styles on her hair, too. With these back to school hairstyles, the last thing you’ll be worried about on the first day is your hair.

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Half-Up Fishtail Braids

Pinterest/Missy Sue

This half-up style is equal parts laidback and dressed up. Get the tutorial here from Missy Sue.

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Slicked-Back Ponytail

Pinterest/Good Housekeeping

Put your best face forward on the first day with a simple and sleek ponytail. You want professors to remember your face come finals time, right? Get the tutorial here from Good Housekeeping.

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Two-Minute Twist

Pinterest/Cup of Jo

Running late on the first day? You can still look put together with the quickest hairstyle ever. Bonus: It works great on second-day hair. Get the tutorial here from Cup of Jo.

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The Box Fishtail Braid

Pinterest/Camille Styles/Jessica Attie Photography

Long hair works best for this fun style, and it’s perfect to rock with a hat for sunny days. Get the tutorial here from Camille Styles.

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Knotted Low Ponytail

Pinterest/Twist Me Pretty

Knotted hair is usually something you don’t want, except in the case of this cute ponytail. Get the tutorial here from Twist Me Pretty.

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Mini Buns

Pinterest/Cosmopolitan/Ruben Chamorro

A moisture spray, like this one, will protect and moisturize your hair for this style. Get the tutorial here from Cosmopolitan.

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Five-Minute Beach Waves

Pinterest/Popsugar

If you’re not into updos or braids, beachy waves should be your laidback go-to. Get the tutorial here from Popsugar.

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Half-Up Mohawk Braid

Pinterest/Makeup Wearables

This style will keep wispy hairs out of your face, and it can easily be pulled up into a ponytail if you want your hair off your neck. Get the tutorial here from Makeup Wearables.

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Messy High Ponytail

Pinterest/Barefoot Blonde

There’s no better way to get your hair out of the way and command attention than a classic high pony. Get the tutorial here from Barefoot Blonde.

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The Unfinished Braid

Pinterest/Refinery29

Curly haired girls, rejoice! This easy style is the perfect way to wear your hair down but out of your eyes. Get the tutorial here from Refinery29.

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Boho Double Buns

Pinterest/Andrea Clare

Messy has never looked so put together. Get the tutorial here from Andrea Clare.

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Reverse Braided Bun

Pinterest/Lulus

Dress up that topknot with a reverse braid that will look cool and keep it in place. Get the tutorial here from Lulus.

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Half-Up Side Braid

Pinterest/Lauren McBride

This cute style could seriously not be easier, and it works with any texture hair. Get the tutorial here from Lauren McBride.

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Half-Up Corn Braid

Pinterest/Cosmopolitan/Ruben Chamorro

Stay cool in the heat but make an impact with this braided style that’s so much fun. Get the tutorial here from Cosmopolitan.

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