What’s next in hair? Are we still in the age of clean-girl buns or is it going back to messy texture and wild braids? Tonsur: it is all those things and more. Hairstyles are offering us the freedom than ever before this year. Hair is glorified, accessories are making a comeback, and updos are no longer something that are used on wedding occasions or red carpets.
You may have a trim once in a year, or have screenshotted all the hairstyles glam moments of all the celebrities: this year, the ideas of hairstyles 2026 are spilling with inspirations. We shall explore five bold, feminine, and even effortless looks – all of which are set to go through your spring-summer overhaul.
Romantic Braids with Ribbon Detail
Something about small ribbons makes a braid immediately considerate. This fashion blends soft caramel accents in a full and thick braid beginning in the mid-head and ending with neither one nor two but two satin bows. It is a cross between prairie-core and Pinterest-goddess and is wearable. What I love most? The waves that stick out a bit they provide that the structure of the braid is balanced by a portion of movement. This appearance exists in that in-between place of easy and fashioned.
You will be ready to use a light texture spray such as Ouai Wave Spray on your hair to appear less sticky and to get an idea of how to hold the hair together. A fast brush with a curling iron with a big barrel on loose strands gives it a polish particularly at the face. And we should be honest that those satin bows are the real stars here and therefore make sure that they contrast lightly with your hair colour to bring in more visual appeal.
I have worn this appearance to a brunch as well as a spring wedding as a guest. It is a type of style that elicits compliment at all times. And maybe you aren’t very outspoken with accessories? Begin on a single bow rather than two. Baby steps.
The braid is also fantastic when wearing both day two hair as you are not even sure what you want to do with it, but you want to feel…well, cute. There’s no shame in that game.
Effortlessly Elegant Twisted Chignon
This messy, voluminous tied back hairstyle is all I need on the days when my hair feels like it is too long yet I still need to appear presentable. It is not too smooth, not too sloppy, simply a wonderfully proportioned bun containing layers of textured hair interlaced all over. What sets it apart for 2026? The tendrils piece-y at the nape and temples. They make the entire appearance softer to create the appearance of modern romance that is so in this season.
To ensure that this appearance does not disintegrate in the middle of the day, I would suggest Bumble and bumble Pret-a-Powder as a preparation. It gives volume and absorbs the oil making bun plush. When your hair is really smooth, then a little backcomb prior to pinning will keep everything in place.
I have always been a fan of buns during the warm weather season, particularly when I do not feel like heating my hair. This edition is still classy enough to wear out on a date or at a job interview but will not make people think you are going to prom. (That’s a win.)
Frankly speaking, I am tempted to make this my summer evening stop. Add a statement earring, a wet highlighter and you are golden.
Urban Street-Ready Dutch Braid
It is a high-volume Dutch braid, which evokes serious cool girl on the go. The roots are narrow and tamed and the body of the braid is thick and heavy and exactly flawed. It is a braid that causes you to wish to put on a button-up and stroll around the square of a city, with an iced coffee in your hand, of course. It is sharp, tailored, and can be worn without being too polished.
In case you want to achieve the whole day (and I mean the whole day), spray your lengths with Amika Fluxus Touchable Hairspray, both before and after dropping it into a braid. It makes all things touchable and firm, which is the point with heavier types of styles such as this one.
Personally, it is a style that consistently makes me feel strong – I am capable of overcoming an inbox, a commute and a sudden happy hour. It is applied best on medium to long hair with a small amount of grit and a plus if the color is dimensional. That renders all twists and pulls that more noticeable.
This is also your sidekick on third day hair. Just saying.
Boho Power Bun with Face-Framing Pieces
You know that appearance when someone has his/her hair is up, but it has the appearance that it has been there? This is that. Full boho bun, long and curved on the front, encircles the face. The shadows reflect the light where it is wanted, and the building is purposely disheveled–almost untidy, yet most beautifully so. Concept: Parisian cool beach goddess.
You can use a volumizing mousse such as Oribe Grandiose Hair Plumping Mousse when your hair is still damp, and then you rough dry it and pull upwards in loose waves. Base before pinning: use a large claw clip to hold this base it provides height without tension.
I have even worn this as a stroll through a market on the weekend, and someone told me that I had just left a shoot. I hadn’t. But isn’t that kind of the goal?
Provided that you are trying some updos this year, the choice is a low-risk high-reward one. No tight elastics. No scalp pain. Just vibes.
Playful Twin Braids for Everyday Energy
Two words: pragmatical and cute. Even twin French braids such as these are a reminder of childhood, albeit with adult chic. They are symmetrical, clean and a little bit distended to give a fuller and more editorial look. Good to run an errand, go to a workout, or simply get your hair out of your face – make it trendy.
To provide the oft-needed permanence, I tend to apply a bit of Kérastase L’incroyable Blowdry – even when I do not want to bring in the air-dryer. It also provides control, but not rigidity, thus my braids are less likely to be tangled.
I have always felt like the twin braids should be brought back. Not only during school days or festivals, but during everyday. They are classic, adorable and, frankly enough, very convenient.
This is a good place to begin with in case you are new to braiding. Put on earrings or bright lip and suddenly it is a look.
Sporty-Chic Ponytail with Curtain Bangs
Something about a high ponytail is undeniably classic, but this one takes it to the next level by cutting hair to bangs and moving the air, which makes it modern. The hair is a length with soft defined waves which fall just in the right way, bouncing but not rigid. It is smooth at the base and thick at the ends a combination that shouts I woke up like this, despite the fact that you had it trimmed. It is your gym-to-lunch-to-date-night pony-tail.
To ensure that the roots are not coarse, I always spritz a little Gisou Honey Infused Hair Oil all over my palms and then collect all the hair. It does not leave the pony slick or oily. And when you have bangs or shorter front layers, the mini straightener is your new best friend to be able to smooth them just to stick to your cheekbones.
This pony is my ride when I wear a tank or something that shows a lot of shoulders to the world – there is something about the juxtaposition of exposed shoulders and flowing curls that is just a little bit naughty, a little bit dangerous. It also fits well during warmer weather when you just want to have the hair off your neck and yet have it done.
Whenever I put this on, someone will inquire, Did you get a blow out? Nay–only the witches of a ponytail.
Half-Up Heart Braids
How cute is this? Practically positioned two tight braids are joined together at the back to create a soft shape of a heart that moves to loose and lived-in locks. It is simultaneously adorable and thorough, and frankly speaking – it is the hairstyle variant of a love letter. It is the type of appearance I would have on picnic date or a spring festival. The braid work is accurate but it is not so polished by the soft waves.
In order to re-create the same, I would always recommend to part your hair down the middle and apply a light hold gel such as Verb Sculpting Gel to keep the braids in place. Some argan oil at the ends also gives the soft movement and toned down the heat styling frizz.
I like best the beauty of this one the way it hangs on, though there is a small amount of dancing or wind, the form does not suffer. It’s low-key impressive.
In case you are fond of romantic details without being full updo, then this is your style in 2026. It is childish but not too young -the best of both.
High-Definition Double Dutch Braids
The Double Dutch braids are also in high resurgence and the 2026 version is all about contrast and control. This is a combination of buttery blonde ribbons in generous, sharp braids – and the best thing about it is that the tension and parting is clean. All twists jump out with the dual-tone dimension. It is work out hair that doubles as a brunch hair. We love a two-in-one moment.
The advantage of braids such as these is that they have a foundation that is already prepared with mousse, which I would opt to use Moroccanoil Volumizing Mousse to achieve that slight lift and ability to shape. Then finish it with a touch of Got2b Glued Spiking Gel on the roots to give it extra hold in case of a day long wear.
The best part? These braids are protective and yet they do not seem too strict. And they perform with colored or highlighted hair since it shows all that dimension that you paid so much for.
I adore this as a transitional weather clothing – the type of clothing that can be worn with a hoodie or a leather jacket. It is powerful, womanly and in motion.
Lightweight Bun with Glossy Highlights
Do not think much of a little bun. It is new, light, and full of the nuanced contrast with the help of those buttery beige and golden-brown accents. It is on the head that has a kind of texture of being soft and worn in like you rubbed your fingers through it rather than brushed it back. It has a nonchalant elegance to it, and the face-giving strands are the most important element here, as they are so nonchalantly easy and smooth in their polish.
This type of style suits second day hair. I also prefer to shower roots with Living Proof Perfect Hair Day Dry Shampoo, and push them with fingers (not brush). It can also be held with a few bobby pins and a mini claw clip so that it does not appear forced.
There is something up-to-date about styles that do not appear to be nailed up. This one does not feel imposed but attempts to make an effort. You have those days when you have little makeup on, your face is radiant, and you wish your hair to have that vigor? This is it.
Also: a killer vacation spot. Add on a pair of sun glasses and leave this bun to talk.
Voluminous Twist Bun with Defined Curls
This appearance is providing editorial flair – a large bun made of looped, defined curls, piled on top of each other as high as possible to create the effect of the greatest drama. What makes it wearable however is that it maintains softness around the hair line. It is a formal, architectural style, yes, but not constraining or severe. Everything is brought together by the smooth waves and dimensional color. It is truly a red carpet style that is created to be used in the real world.
Apply Color Wow Extra Shine Spray and a 1-inch curling wand beforehand to set the curls, prior to styling it also helps set the shape so that it looks almost lacquered without being bulky. Here you will prefer hairpins to elastics in order to flatten texture.
Layers or balayage? This is a style that makes it shine. The light is caught by each curl and provides depth to the shape.
It is not a daily appearance – and that is what makes it entertaining. I pick this when I have a top that comes off the shoulder or anything with a dramatic cut. It is organized glam, and yet a touch flirting.
Bubble Ponytail with Braided Crown
This hairstyle has a whimsical air which reminds a storybook, however, in 2026 with structure and attitude. The double-side braids leading to the bubble ponytail are tight and delineated and the pony is divided into the cute orbs using small elastics. The ginger color is so bright, it highlights everything. It is one of those styles that do not make it too much of a fuss and tell you that I meant it.
To achieve this appearance to last all day, I would suggest priming with Not Your Mothers Plump For Joy Thickening Hair Lifter on the roots and securing every bubble with small, clear elastics. Add lastly a flexible hairspray to hold flyaways without losing motion.
The thing that I like about this style is that it is easy to wear on your active days or even during colder seasons when you feel like you want your hair up and dressed. Also, it is one of those pieces of art that can be used both with the change of time and age without being worn out.
It is a brilliant choice to every person who wants to change his or her regular hair routine. It is adorable, unique, and it seems like you have a little celebration on your head.
Textured Ponytail with Braided Detail
It is beautiful in its simplicity and this ponytail can attest to that fact. Several loosely-plaited braids are twisted into loose masses of waves, pulled back in a mid-level pony that is casual, but deliberate. The elastic is then covered with a wrapped strand to provide its put-together concluding. The most remarkable thing about it is the texture, not overcurly or overstraussed, just absolutely good-natured.
To this end, I prefer Ouai Texturizing Hair Spray to add some root volume before the styling process, and a 1.25-inch curling wand which helps to bend the ends just a little. It is important to hold the braids with underscored bobby pins to maintain the effect of visual lightness and airiness.
This is a style that I use whenever I feel that I would like to feel feminine but not to an extent of doing too much. It suits very well with tanks or anything backless. Not only that, it can be used in casual and more upscale places too, it is that versatile.
This pony strikes a happy medium in case you are not prepared to do an updo and you are willing to get a little structure to it.
Softly Tousled Ponytail with Long Waves
The long wave ponytail is unobtrusively potent. It is not loud, no overdoing of it, but highly polished in a compelling seductive manner. The hair is collected in the middle of the back and is loosely tied to enable the volume at the top and ends with curls loosely defined. Here is the texture, which is relaxed, beachy, and romantic. It moves with you.
To take this off, I use Kristin Ess Blow Dry Mist to add shine and control to my hair and use a large-barrel iron to bend it out, but brush out the waves afterward to make them soft. The crown has a root lift spray and it has that undone bump we love.
It has been my evening dinner choice when I do not want to appear overdone but glam. It is like the magic behind pony tails relaxed, cool, and silent lavishness.
This is one of the sure reset buttons in case you are in a hair rut.
Bohemian Crown Braid with Balayage Waves
This half-up style with the braid wrap is giving severe festival-meets-salon energy. There are braids on the top but they are pulled away, not to the face and it then leads to long caramel-blonde balayage waves. It is soft, all right–but the major victory here is the way dimensional it appears. The light is caught by each strand and provides depth, a dream of the wavy hair.
This style appears most appropriate with well-defined curls, which are moist. I would suggest Olaplex No.6 Bond Smoother as a pre-heat styling product that will defend and hydrate. The crown part can be crimped with a small iron (indeed) to ensure that the braids are more firmly attached.
I had an example of this at a beach wedding last year and received unending compliments. It is playful, complimentsary, and works so beautifully on highlighted or balayaged strands of hair – the braids are a frame of all that color.
This is a beautiful in-between in case you are in need of something new, yet are not too adventurous.
Half-Up Twist with Beach Blonde Shine
Effortless glam, let us speak about it. It is a soft half-up style that is secured with a twisted knot in the top part, with the rest hanging in clear and shiny curls. The shade of this one is impressive, golden champagne blonde which glosses and makes the entire style look sunkisses. It is beachy, classy, and positively prettiness.
I apply IGK Good Behavior Spirulina Smoothing Spray before styling to achieve a sleek and shiny look and keep the hair out of my face. It also maintains the curls in place yet frizz-free in particular when you are on the move.
To me, this is vacation hair. It is what I would put on during the second evening of a journey when I was a bit tan after having had some sun and I would like to shine without the effort.
Should you typically fear too much curl, this easy style will possibly capture you.
Minimalist Low Bun for Sleek Days
This is the final silent- luxury hairstyle, a bun that is low, coiled into a small bun. No loose ends, no large volume, clean lines and shine does talk volumes. It fits snugly at the back of the head, twisted lightly, and has the entire polished yet never pressed impact. Fine on work days, gallery walks or when you desire your hair be told how to talk and not yell out to be noticed.
I would apply Oribe Gel Serum Radiance, Magic, and Hold to achieve that wet-shine look that is firm, non-sticky. It also works well in humid climates – your hair will not frizz or be in motion. Bonus: it works very well on straight or slightly wavy textures.
I rely on this bun when I have a bold lipstick or earrings which I would always wear because everything is maintained in balance. It also makes me believe that I have my life together even when I do not.
Other times it takes the courage of being simple.
Undone Low Knot with Lived-In Texture
And here is the antithesis of the strict bun, a loose, knotty low bun that is full of squiggles and volume. The fronts are pulled in softly, and the other is knotted in a hectic bunch at the nape. It’s elegant chaos. You will see this look at the fashion weeks, on the streets of cities, and under oversized scarves all winter long.
I also discovered that to add hold and grit the Beach Club Volume Texture Spray by IGK is a good prepping product to use since it does not add weight. Tying it to the hair also adds definition and in the case of a lighter tone, it is light and movement is what is important in the case of curling the hair.
I refer to this bun as a last minute masterpiece. It can be constructed out of second-day hair, out of a blowout, or dry shampooed roots.
It is evidence that both structure and softness coexist.
Power Pony with Bold Bangs
It’s giving glam rock. This red copper ponytail is big, puffed up, and bouncy, and coupled with bold, curtain bangs that cut the cheekbones in an aesthetic dream. The best thing about this style is that the bottom is smooth, unlike the ponytail, which has a swingy texture. There is elastic wrapped about the detail and provides polish. It is not merely a pony tail, it is a mood.
Begin with a blowout with Drybar Liquid Glass Miracle Smoothing Sealant, and then curl the pony and brush it out in place so that it has the maximum body. The hair is held up by a teasing brush at the top.
I put on variations of this when I have to feel like I am in control. The bangs contribute to the personality, and the pony makes it functional. And would your color be so bright, as this red? It turns into a complete power gaze.
It is the sort of style that makes one feel taller.
Bubble Ponytail with a Bow Twist
This appearance is sweet, designed and rather unbelievably simple to remove. The traditional bubble ponytail is given a comfortable 2026 update with satin ribbon patterns at the base. The bubbles are pulled in to get the volume and the bow completes the process. It is adorable and yet cool like balletcore athleisure.
The trick here is spacing. Then put little elastics that are clear and put a tug in each part to form that puffed out appearance. My hair care products include Kitsch Pro Elastics and a light glossing spray such as Amika Top Gloss Shine Spray to tame flyaways.
It is one of the styles that one is tempted to look into. It is not childishly nostalgic and it compliments all types of attire, including hoodies and silk dresses.
I feel like I have left out of the scene of a K-drama whenever I wear this look. And that is what we all need occasionally.
Twisted Volume Ponytail
Leaving on a high note with a ponytail that is full, detailed with twisted, and free-flowing length. The upper part is gently flattened up into overlaps of twists leading to a low ponytail, with some slight definition of waves. It is romantic, not too cutesy– consider warm glamour, which shall operate at golden hour.
In this one, I spray my roots with R+Co Dallas Thickening Spray and curl the ends of my hair with a 1-inch wand. Forget to do this twist each side part toward the nape with pins before closing all the difference in form.
It is a glance that I can turn to when I need to appear tender and made-up together – Sunday-brunch-first-date.
With layers in your hair it is even better. And if not? It provides body, shape and balance- which is all we desire this year.
Glam High Ponytail with Sleek Edges
This is a high ponytail which is sleek, raised, and simply glowing, the kind of look that draws attention at all angles. This style combines a red carpet glamour and the everyday confidence with the laid edges and the lifted crown. The ponytail volume is also all about the bouncy and fullness and the roots are flattened and tamed to provide that tension-release harmony that is all the rage in hairstyles ideas 2026.
Edge control is all it takes to achieve this appearance. Pattern Beauty Edge Control and a boar bristle brush is my preferred combination to flat iron baby hairs and leave some of the volume of the hair. In the case of the pony itself, volumizing mousse and round brush blowout provide it with that body and lift which does not flop an hour later.
I had attended a rooftop dinner in the spring wearing one of the versions of this. The style did not move, and the wind was wild. It stood the test in photographs, in embraces, in dampness, and I adored the manner in which the earrings became a part of the narrative.
Shy of bold earrings with this ponytail it is made to display.
Slicked-Back Ponytail for Clean-Girl Vibes
Sleek, we are not finished with sleek yet. It is an ultra-slicked ponytail that gives it a glow-up minimalism – it is tight at the top, no lumps, and the wrap-around base is completely smooth which sends the message of luxury. It is the type of hairstyle that makes you feel like you are spending money in the finest manner. It is easy, but it captures the eye that is the magic.
The key product here? Color Wow Dream Coat Supernatural Spray. It puts a glass coating on the hair that is essentially hair in a bottle and non greasy. With the ponytail itself, flat iron and brush with a shine serum such as Fable and Mane HoliRoots, to make all the strands of hair slick.
Such a pony is an energy source of great beach-to-cocktail. I wore it with a bikini and a slip dress and in both cases, I felt like I was on a runway as opposed to, you know, going on an errand.
You are not afraid of appearing too basic with this style, which is not a problem. Minimalism is being reformulated in 2026 – it is purposeful, and is gorgeous.
Soft Twist-In Ponytail with Movement
This appearance is purely a matter of texture and form. Two gentle twists are drawn back into a low ponytail still with body and wave, which gives a romantic profile. It is as though that girl-next-door appearance, but raised higher. The twists are a detail that make it more reflective, more finished out – as you care but you are not trying too hard.
To achieve the definition, I apply Davines Curl Building Serum on wet hair, and dry it using a diffuser. Breaks are always better made when you sort of crimp or wave the front parts first – otherwise they are apt to slide out too soon.
This mode has made me think of the later summer evenings when you have your own sun-warmth left on your skin, and your hair does everything you want it to. It is feminine, nonchalant, and it looks fabulous in golden hour.
Also a cheating favorite on the days when your hair refuses to cooperate with you – this conceals frizz, disobedient texture and greasy roots in a style of its own.
Detailed Cornrow Braids with Defined Edges
All right-then-about structure. This is a rigidly braided appearance: parted with clean edges, sculpted layers, and long cornrow braids which cascade down the shoulders. It is smooth and restrained, and at the same time, it is daring and energetic, a point-blank. Want to wear something protective and that kills, this should be first in the list of hairstyles ideas 2026.
This style is easy to maintain, I spray my scalp with Mielle Organics Rosemary Mint Scalp & Hair Strengthening Oil every couple of days to retain the fresh and itch-free appearance. Night time use of a silk bonnet is crucial to keep the hair sleek and to keep their hair undress.
Putting it on always makes me feel like I have taken possession of my time and energy. It shields, it gives power and frankly speaking it makes one have confidence. When you are wearing these you walk taller.
In case of a complete novice when it comes to cornrows, or you fear tight styles, discuss tension and size with your stylist. Comfort is key.
Romantic Updo with Sculpted Waves
We are drawing to a close, the good drama. It is a masterpiece of a textured updo, in loops and tender coils, which twist in a crown bun. The tendrils of face-framing make the entire form soft and the shades of golden Lowlights swoven through it add so much richness. It is elegant, designed, and not too polished — making it quite 2026.
I also use Amika The Shield Style Anti-Humidity Spray before styling as well as a narrow iron to produce those defined spirals. This fashion works best when using pins, lots of them, and a strong hold spray such as Sebastian Shaper Plus.
I donned one of this to a fancy affair in the recent past and it stuck. Through dancing. Through humidity. By kisses and lipstick ink. It stayed.
This one is a moment, in case you are in need of a hairstyle. It’s special. It is princess-core and modern with a little bit of edge.
Coiled Perfection: The Sculpted Loop Bun
It is the power bun that takes the stage silently. It is not merely a twist of the sculpted loop, but rather a carefully made spiral, tightly twisted and rubbed into position, to form a minimalist, sculptural figure, as modern as perhaps it is classic. I adore the manner in which it can be worn in the middle of the nape without any hesitation as though it is part and parcel of high collars, set shoulders and large earrings. It is a bun that does not merely contain your hair, it contains space.
Color Wow Extra Shine Spray in conjunction with a heavy-handed styling cream such as Star Glow Styling Wax by Oribe is the best compromise that will ensure this accuracy. It is best to part the hair with the fingers and then to take turns like wrapping a pearl-rope–pin in between, not to attempt to make the hair go round in a single wrapping. You have to wait, and a tail comb will save you here.
I have worn it to evening parties where I had to look nice but not have my hair steal the spotlight of my dress. It is the type of fashion that is heard in the most positive way not loud, but memorable.
It’s not a lazy bun. It is a bun of I know better what I am doing.
Soft and Romantic Evening Chignon
There are power buns, and there are softness buns, and this one is falling as far on the softness side as possible. The natural curve around the forehead, the soft portion of the part, the loose strands of hair that play over your jaws, are all giving candlelight, piano and silk. It is a night hair style that does not make too much attempt, but comes with a bang.
To realize such a comfortable feel, I will always begin with Davines OI All-in-One Milk – it gets the hair ready by being hydrating and does not weigh thickly. Then I do loose waves and pin then so that there is natural form and provide in the structure. When your face is a bit rounder, then you can leave a few of your extra tendrils, and it will be so gorgeous.
I would feel immediately elegant, with this style. Not dressed up, but written up – like I have just emerged out of a lovely old movie. And it is relatively safe with only a few pins when you cross-pin your bobby pins in an X.
Frankly speaking, it is one of those styles that make one feel like one has the best side of themselves and does not need a filter.
Textured High Bun with Volume and Air
Everything I adore about 2026 hair trends is this dramatic updo that does not weigh it down, but adds structure, detail, and chaos at once. It is a wreath of curls made up of worn waves, piled up to form stature and profile. Each loop and strand is not in vain and the height stretches the neck upwards and completes the neck as a whole with complete ethereal energy.
Prep is crucial here. I will rough dry the hair with Amika Brooklyn Bombshell Blowout Spray followed by curling it with a small thin wand and pinning it as I go leaving some of it to fall freely. It is a style that works best with medium and long hair that has layers or a bit of extra volume added through clip-ins.
It is an excellent bun that you can use on the day (or night) when you need to make an impression. This was one of the versions I wore to an event during winter with a one-shoulder velvet dress, and the compliments did not end. It’s extra, but in the best way.
It is all drama sometimes, eh?
Effortless Half-Up Texture with Twisted Volume
It is that ideal combination of sleek and childish–a half up cut with a little twisting here and there, joined in at the recess at the back with a section of soft tie. Cascading waves are employed below in introducing texture and a bit wild, lived-in finish. It is casual and not cheap, which is actually what I desire the most most days.
To style, I adore Gisou Propolis Infused Polishing Primer, which is not heavy but providing shine and hold, and each twist is retained in place. That curvature and wavering in the extremities is given by a medium-barrel wand. I tend to use my fingers to get the curls out of my hair so that it is not rigid.
This one is ideal when you are out on the second date at dinner or a coffee shop feel. It matches with little makeup and delicate jewelry so well. It imparts delicate energy without making an effort to be romantic -it is simply… confident.
And most importantly, it will work on all hair types. It is that versatility that made it one of the favorites in my hairstyles ideas 2026 mood board.
Half-Up Pony with Soft Crown Volume
This one’s a sleeper hit. The half-up ponytail has never left and now is getting a bit more purposeful in 2026 a little volume on top of the head, a bit of teasing, and soft waves on all sides. It is sweet, yet adult, as it is like an infusion of something 90s but with 2020s refinement.
I always tease the top by using a narrow-tooth comb and Ouai Volumizing Hair Spray before I put it in a pile. Then I rub the top with my finger, not a brush, so that it does not look too neat. Complete with light waves and a loose grip.
It is my style of clothing, which I choose when I need to feel like myself, only higher. Including, not Instagram-ready, but ready. It is perfect on zoom, lunch-time, indolent Sundays when you still want to look a little bit beautiful.
There is a time when the hair, which seems like yours, is the strongest of all.
