11 Beanie Hairstyles to Wear All Winter
11 Beanie Hairstyles to Get You Through Winter and Beyond
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There are some days when you wake up and all you have the capacity to do is throw on some clothes, brush your teeth, and head out the door, skin-care routine and makeup be damned. If your hair is a mess from tossing and turning the night before, your best bet is probably to throw on a hat. If it's cold outside and you're opting for a beanie, there are quite a few beanie hairstyles you can do that are both quick and easy to achieve. The only problem: no one likes the dreaded "beanie hair," aka the static and frizz that come with the cosy accessory.
If you are planning to wear a beanie for hours on end and don't foresee yourself taking it off and on throughout the day, feel free to throw on anything you've got in the closet. Otherwise, you might want to opt for a hat with a satin-lined interior, which will keep your head nice and toasty but won't make your hair look like you just had an electric shock when you take it off. If a satin beanie isn't in the cards, there are plenty of other DIY options you can turn to.
Tips For Beanie Hairstyles
For starters, using a boar-bristle brush before putting on a beanie can help cut down on static. (The Mason Pearson brush is editor-approved, although it is pretty pricey.) For a more affordable hack, you can keep a dryer sheet in your purse and run it over your hair before and after removing your hat to cut down on frizz. If you're in a pinch, running a tiny amount of hand lotion over the crown of your head will also help lay down any stray flyaways.
There are also quite a few products on the market specifically made for reducing frizz that you can apply prior to putting on your hat, like the Colour Wow Dream Coat Supernatural Spray Anti-Frizz Treatment, which our editors swear by, as well as the Living Proof Instant De-Frizzer.
Now that you're prepared for the worst, keep scrolling for some of our favourite beanie hairstyles.
Sleek Blowout Beanie Hairstyle
A sleek blowout looks great under a beanie; just make sure to keep a few dryer sheets handy to avoid static friction.
Pull-Through Braid Beanie Hairstyle
If you aren't great with braids, try the easy pull-through braid hairstyle under a beanie. It looks chic and cute, plus it's quick to do.
Twists Beanie Hairstyle
Twists look great underneath a beanie, as shown above. Using a satin-lined hat can help keep your roots frizz-free when you decide to take it off.
Fishtail Braid Beanie Hairstyle
A fishtail braid looks great pulled together at the nape of the neck underneath a beanie. If your hair is on the thin side, you can always add in a few extensions for extra thickness and length.
Braided Pigtails Beanie Hairstyle
Simple braided pigtails look so cute underneath a beanie, especially with a few wispy pieces coming out in the front.
Loose Waves Beanie Hairstyle
Style your hair with loose waves under a beanie using a curling iron for a slightly more polished look. Or if you wore your hair in pigtail braids the day before, let them out for the perfect second-day beanie hairstyle.
Messy Pigtail Braids Beanie Hairstyle
Who says your braids have to be perfect? You can pull them out to be looser for some added personality.
Slicked Back Beanie Hairstyle
Pile your hair into your beanie and style your edges for a sleek, fashion-forward look. It looks stylish but doesn't require too much time to complete.
Bubble Braids Beanie Hairstyle
Bubble braids are easy to nail down; all you need are a few clear elastics. Plus, they look great under a beanie.
Accent Braid Beanie Hairstyle
Wearing your hair down under a beanie always looks cute, but adding in an accent braid or two will make the look feel all the more intentional.
Bangs Beanie Hairstyle
If you have bangs, letting a few wispy pieces peek out at the front of your hat always looks cute, no matter what hairstyle you choose.
