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Long Hairstyle Inspiration You Must See Before Going Short

Long Hairstyle Inspiration You Must See Before Going Short

By Mary Shannon Wells

Pinterest/Gal Meets Glam

It can be hard to keep up with hair trends these days. One second it's all about the super long, curly ponytail and the next day it's a platinum blonde pixie. Although we’re keeping our eyes on all the upcoming hair trends for 2018, you can never go wrong with a classic cut . If you’ve got long locks, you might be tempted to go short from time to time. We get it—your hair feels like it takes forever to dry, and sometimes you think it would be easier to not have all that hair. Before you run to the salon begging for a chop, you must see these long hair ideas. We can’t stop you from going short, but you may find a new appreciation for your tresses with these long hairstyles. We can find stylish haircuts for short and medium hair, but these long hairstyle ideas have us dreaming of length.

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Growing Out Your Hair Is Worth The Wait

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Casual Braids

Pinterest/Twist Me Pretty

This side braid is the ideal easy hairstyle for weekdays. It gets your hair out of your face, and it’s great for those no-wash days when you have to get out the dry shampoo. Get the tutorial here from Twist Me Pretty.

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Cascading Highlights

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Highlights with an ombré feel look dreamy with a long ’do, and they’re easy to grow out without updating too often.

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Beachy Waves

Pinterest/Barefoot Blonde

Admit it: At some point in your life you wanted perfect beachy waves that made you look like you belonged on the Blue Crush set, but you ended up with strands that crunched louder than raw ramen noodles. Get the tutorial for these no-heat beachy waves here from Barefoot Blonde.

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Fishtail Top Knot

Pinterest/Millennial Mama

Top knots don’t have to look just-rolled-out-of-bed messy. Get the tutorial for this pretty bun here from Millennial Mama.

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Long Bangs

Pinterest/Maritsa

Long hair means you can have long bangs that can be pulled back when you want them out of your face, which is a win-win. And we hear shaggy bangs are going to be big in 2018, FYI.

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Lace Braid Ponytail

Pinterest/Missy Sue

Ponytails are a huge convenience for long haired girls, and pretty styles like this prove they’re not just meant for the gym. Get the tutorial here from Missy Sue.

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Long Natural Curls

Pinterest/Instagram/jimandray

Don’t get us wrong—we love a curly short cut—but long, naturally curly hair is enviably gorgeous.

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Glamorous Faux Bob

Pinterest/Cosmopolitan

If you’re anxious about cutting your long hair off and can’t take the plunge, don’t worry! You can still have a short hairstyle without a big chop. Get the tutorial for this faux bob here from Cosmopolitan.

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Slicked Back High Pony

Pinterest/Camille Styles

The slicked back high pony is only possible with long hair or extensions, and it’s a timelessly chic way to go from day to night. Get the tutorial here from Camille Styles.

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Long Layers

Pinterest

Long hair allows for long layers, which subtly add volume and movement without the help of any tools or products.

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Scarf Wrap Bun

Pinterest/Livingly

Only with long hair could you actually twist a scarf into your bun. This quick bun is easier than easy because you start with wet hair straight from the shower (or pool!). Get the tutorial for this cute, classy look here from Livingly.

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Ponytail Twist

Pinterest/A Cup of Jo

This simple, effortless pony should be a staple in your hairstyle rotation. Get the tutorial here from A Cup of Jo.

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Double Dutch French Braids

Pinterest/POPSUGAR

Perfect for getting your hair out of the way at the gym or while running errands (or chasing kids), this hairstyle won’t budge. Get the tutorial here from POPSUGAR.

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Everyday Curls

Pinterest/Gal Meets Glam

These effortless everyday curls are the perfect wavy look for straight haired girls. Get the tutorial here from Gal Meets Glam.

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Easy Long and Straight

Pinterest/Long Hair Tips

If you have naturally straight hair that looks healthy when it’s long, there’s no reason not to keep it long. Short hair can require more styling time, but with long, straight hair, you can blow dry and walk out the door.

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