Festival Hair Ideas 2018
15 Styles That'll Make Your Hair the Mane Event During Festival Season
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There are worse things you could do than show up at a music festival with uninspired hair, but getting dressed up and prettified is half the fun of Summer festival season! Whether you're into pixie glitter energy, dreamy desert vibes, au naturel, or low-key glamour, this roundup of music festival hair ideas for 2018 will get you in the mood for all that's yet to come! We pulled inspiration from the runway, the red carpet, street style, and festivals themselves.
1 Side Barettes
Your Summer festival hairstyle could be as simple as adding a few cute side barrettes, as demonstrated by actress Emma Roberts. Add a sprinkle of glitter or a little temporary dye to elevate the look a little more.
2 Twisted Topknot
Hot festival days call for a total updo, and we're digging the cute twisted topknot this woman's sporting. Also, can we take a second to revel in the glory that is her golden cheekbones? We are not worthy!
3 Flower Crown
Did the festival really even happen if there wasn't a flower crown? If you opt for this style, we say go big or go back to the flower market and buy some more buds!
4 Cascading Bubble Pony
If you've got long enough hair, let this sweet, cascading bubble pony worn by Esmeralda Moya inspire your next festival look.
5 Glittery Hairline
For those rocking a pixie or cropped cut, layer on colored glitter around the edges of your hairline. Bonus points for adding extra color throughout.
6 Carefree Low Pony
An unfussy low pony is as chic as it is carefree. For an extra kick, secure it with a scrunchie or tie a long ribbon around the elastic.
7 Faux Hawk
Leave it to Arabia Esther Quek, editor in chief at Citizen K, to deliver a faux hawk this fierce. We love the look for short-haired babes looking to change things up this season.
8 Natural With Clips
Embrace your natural texture with a high pony. We love that Candace Marie, the social media manager for Barneys, added two iconic snap clips.
9 Boho Braids
Last year at Coachella, Alessandra Ambrosio was the pinnacle of boho beauty with her purposely unkempt pigtail braids and wide-brimmed hat.
10 Bright Strips of Color
Keep things playful with a burst or two of color. You can opt for temporary dye — IGK makes a fun product called Foamo ($22) — or commit to the real stuff if you're feeling bold.
11 Sage Stick Pony
The desert vibes are real with this sage-stick-inspired pony worn by Izabel Goulart. Slick hair back with gel and secure into a low ponytail. Fold the ponytail in half, then wrap with faux leather string or similar.
12 Inverted Side French Braid
Get hair off your face and neck with one-sided inverted french braid. Start at the crown and wrap around toward the nape of your neck, securing with bobby pins.
13 Half-Up Bun
Why decide between an updo and a down-do when you could have both? This carefree half-up bun worn by actress Serena Laurel is a great go-to for Summer festivals.
14 Natural Hair
For an endless supply of festival inspiration, consult actress Yara Shahidi. We're obsessed with her natural hair, which has been opened up and styled to perfection.
15 Raver Buns and Glitter
Raver buns paired with chunky glitter is a Summer music festival staple. Add a dash to your temples for good measure like this attendee did.
