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Long hair offers plenty of versatility when it comes to hairstyling.
The possibilities are endlessfrom long layers and wispy bangs to maxi lengthponytailsandHollywood waves.
The result is modern, romantic and infinitely cool.
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Retro Updo
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This retro updo is all about using a product that does the job.
First, use a dry shampoo like PureologyStyle + Protect Refresh & Go Dry Shampoo.
Then, gather your hair half up on the crown and secure it using an elastic.
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Gather the rest of the hair up high and secure it with a second elastic.
Use bobby pins to shape and secure the look into place.
Low Ponytail with a Face-Framing Strand
There are different ways to spruce up a classic low ponytail.
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What’s the easiest casual hairstyle for long hair?
Among the easiest casual hairstyles for those with long hair is a standardponytail.
Dress it up with a scarf to add some extra oomph.
Pigtail Plaits
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Tessa Thompson makes the case for wearingpigtailplaits as an adult.
Here’s how to recreate the look.
The part that’s half-up features a roll technique seamless look with maximum volume.
She opted for cascading waves that were both swept back and styled into adeep side part.
The result is as glamorous as it is timeless.
“For a scarf, it’s important to think about what look you are going for.
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I love movies and I always think about the 1960s when Elizabeth Taylor wore scarves,” says Gibson.
Fishtail Braid
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Fishtail braidslook intricate yet easy to recreate.
Here are some advice on how to recreate a fishtail braid.
Long Bangs
Anok Yai looks incredible in any hairstyle.
For an appearance at Balenciaga RTW Spring 2025, she opted for straight long hair and bangs to match.
The best part is that you might dress it up or down.
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Wrapped Ponytail
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Give your hair a sporty-meets-avant-garde style with this wrapped ponytail.
Here’s how to recreate this look.
We love how this simple style works at a Hollywood event, thanks to the elevated accessories.
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Head Scarf
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Headbandsare the latest 2000s trend to make a comeback.
We love this look on Linh Dang Khanh Nguyen.
It is a chic way to enhance personal style and great way to hide unkept or greasy roots.
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The trick is trying to make them look real.
I like a ponytail look with them," says Gibson.
That said, if you have enough length, you might fake bangs with your own hair.
It can work especially well on curly hair.
you could also add a scarf or headband to make the faux-bangs look more real.
Take a cue from Zendaya and flip over your hair and opt for adeep side part.
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“A fantastic way to achieve a big bouncy blowout that lasts is to set it!
Start the set by shampooing and conditioning your hair,” says Scipioni.
“Gently towel blot the hair to get out the excess water and detangle with a wet brush.”
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Keep reading for some additional advice on how to achieve this look.
Messy Bun
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Themessy bunis a classic for a reason.
“It’s always about the right texture in the bun.
It’s important to know if you want it to be dressy or played down.
A little smoothing is more chic and sophisticated,” says Gibson.
Take a cue from Rita Ora and slick hair back, leaving a few strands loose.
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Knotted Ponytail
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The longer the hair, the more you could experiment.
We love this casual-cool knotted ponytail.
Here’s how to recreate this look.
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Natural Curls
Kerry Washington brought both length and volume at the 2024 Kering for Women dinner.
Opt for acurly haircutto enhance your curls and natural texture.
“What I love about this look is that it isnt perfect.
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It looks cool and doesnt look too done.
Thats the importance of hair right now,” says Gibson.
For additional volume, tease the roots before brushing them back and use a spray with lots of texture.
What’s the fastest way to blowout long hair?
The more powerful the dryer, the better.
The fastest way to blowout long hair is to invest in a powerful tool that dries hair quickly.
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“verify there is enough product for hair to hold scrunchie,” says Sango.
“Scrunchies are nice to use to decorate buns and pineapple styles.”
Pull a few face-framing pieces free andvoila.
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Curtain Bangs
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Curtain bangsoften require less maintenance than other fringes.
We recommend blow drying them to ensure they lay properly on the forehead.
Middle Part
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Curly hairis eye-catching enough to be a style on its own.
We love Rihanna’s long curls styled in a middle part.
Tinier braids can be left undone, without elastics, for a chic, unpolished effect.
“I cannot stress enough that do-it-yourself looks are the coolest,” says Gibson.
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“Dont think that you have made a mistakeplay with textures, play with shapes.”
It can be achieved using Vaseline; just be sure to give hair a thorough washing afterward.
This detail takes the polish to sky-high levels.
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Here’s how to recreate it.
We love this elongated, slightly raised take on the tried-and-true prom ‘do by stylist Irinel de Leon.
Making the shape is so simple and only involves a few bobby pins to hold it in place.
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It’s beautiful on all textures.
“This can most certainly be done on curly hair.
Your curls will just add an extra touch with the texture,” adds Sango.
Half-Up 1990s Pigtails
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Half-uppigtailsare another fun way to style long hair.
It’s so simplejust brush the front pieces of your hair up and fasten into two matching ponytails.
Subtle Side Part
Olivia Rodrigo’s siren waves look great when paired with a subtle side part.
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Fluffy Waves
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Keke Palmer looks straight out of Studio 54 with these fluffy waves.
Here, her hair cascades down and out, framing her face a la Farrah Fawcett.
We love the curtain bangs, which are kept wide to frame the face.
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The contrast of Sweeney’s blunt ends allows her waves to really shine.
Scipioni gives us a step-by-step guide.
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