Mornings are arguably the most hectic time of the day. Between getting the kids dressed, fed a healthy breakfast, and out the door on time, your little girl's hairstyle often takes a backseat. Let's face it, some days it's a miracle that it even gets brushed at all! Consider your morning routine simplified with these easy kids hairstyles that are good-looking even when you're on-the-go.
While some girls are perfectly content with a basic ponytail and other easy hairstyles 10 year olds can do themselves, there are plenty who like to step it up with braids or next-level pigtails. A slightly more special look makes them feel, well...special. And Mom (or Dad!), you'll get a little satisfaction out of your best girl feeling as great as she looks once you learn how to do easy hairstyles for little girls.
Some of these styles are so simple you only need a minute or two (really!), especially if you've organized your bathroom for less-hectic mornings and those hair elastics are in their proper place. For other slightly more-involved styles, set aside a few extra minutes to pull off a look she'll be proud to wear.
Browse these ideas for cute hairstyles for kids and girls of all ages.
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Colorful Pigtails Easy Hairstyle
Colorful hair ties are the key to this fun look. Start by pulling medium- to long-length hair into high pigtails. Add another hair tie a couple inches down, repeating until you reach the bottom of each pigtail.
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Colorful Headband Easy Hairstyle
A headband (with or without a bow) is an easy way to keep hair from falling into the face. Bonus: It adds a pop of color!
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Side Barrettes Easy Hairstyle
The addition of barrettes elevates the fun factor in this already cheerful hairstyle for kids and tweens. Clip a single barrette or a pair on bangs to keep hair pulled out the face and to add color and personality. This application works when hair is down or up, as shown here.
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Braided Buns Easy Hairstyle
Take double buns to the next level by starting with braids. Twist around and secure with hairpins as you go. A straight part down the back and a sleeker style makes for a cleaner look than messy buns.
5
Double Daisy Braids Easy Hairstyle
Dot double braids with sweet daisies for a party or special day out. Secure to hair with bobby pins.
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Front Side Ponytail Easy Hairstyle
We love this playful front side ponytail for a quick and easy everyday hairstyle. Starting at the part, brush hair out of the face and make a ponytail on one side. Add a bow or ribbon if desired.
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Side Banded Ponytail Easy Hairstyle
Especially a good choice for muggy summer days, pull back her beautiful hair with a bit of leave-in conditioner and a handful of colorful hair ties.
Get the tutorial at De Su Mama.
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French Braid Easy Hairstyle
There's a reason a simple French braid is so popular. It works for just about every hair type and can be dressed up or down.
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Top Knot Easy Hairstyle
Put hair in a ponytail high on the head, then twist the hair around into a bun. Secure with an extra hair elastic at the base or bobby pins, if needed.
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Flower Crown Easy Hairstyle
A daisy chain-turned-flower crown makes any girl instantly look sweeter. This style is perfect for a birthday party, picnic, wedding, or just a fun day playing outdoors.
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Claw Clip Easy Hairstyle
Long live the claw clip! Not only do they come in every size and color of the rainbow, but they also make pulling hair back easier than ever. We love this look for older elementary girls, tweens, and teens.
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Pigtail Braids
Disney alum Skai Jackson rocks two side Dutch braids pulled into low pigtails, which you can re-create on your daughter in no time.
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Twist Wrap Ponytail Easy Hairstyle
Whether to spruce up her go-to ponytail or keep her hair tightly in place during soccer games, this twisted creation works for any occasion and takes five minutes, tops.
Get the tutorial at Cute Girls Hairstyles.
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Tied Up Braids Easy Hairstyle
Don't let looks fool you—this hairstyle may seem beyond your skill level, but it's basically two braided pigtails secured with colorful clips. Easy enough, right?
Get the tutorial at Fynes Designs.
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Double French Braid Easy Hairstyle
Split hair into two equal sections and French braid each side down the back. This last-all-day style is a great choice for an active girl!
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Ballerina Bun Easy Hairstyle
The ballerina bun is not just for dance recitals. Secured with a crocheted flower-pattern hair piece, this clean, pulled-back look is a sleek choice for any occasion.
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Fishtail Braid Easy Hairstyle
This one takes a little practice, but once you get going, the impact is well worth the time. Try a looser, chunkier version to get the Elsa from Frozen effect!
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Double Braid Tieback Easy Hairstyle
Give tweens some hairstyle love with a bohemian braided style, which works on any hair length and texture.
Get the tutorial at Cute Girls Hairstyles.
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Pigtail Buns Easy Hairstyle
Make these messy buns your go-to when you're running behind before school.
Get the tutorial at My Organized Chaos.
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Half Bun Easy Hairstyle
For young girls with longer locks, this easy updo keeps hair off their faces, takes only seconds to assemble, and makes for an adorably voluminous top knot she'll love checking out in the mirror.
Get the tutorial at Nesting With Grace.
Blair Donovan
Blair Donovan is a staff writer for CountryLiving.com, where she covers everything from the latest Joanna Gaines and “The Voice” news to home décor, gardening, DIY, and entertaining. She’s previously written for Brides and Redbook.
