7 February 2023

10 Festival Hairstyles You’ll Want to Wear Year Round

The year’s got a lot in store for you. Coachella, Lost Lands, EDC, Burning Man—there are sooooo many festivals to check out! And that means plenty of opportunities to switch up your look. Wearing the same hairstyle to every festival gets kinda boring. You might have your tried-and-true ‘do, but there’s a whole world of festival hair ideas to explore!

Need some inspo? Don’t worry bb, we got you! We’ve compiled a list of the top 10 rave hairstyles you can rock any time of year. These hairstyles will have you lookin’ fierce all year round, whether you’re partyin’ on the playa or counting down to midnight on New Year’s Eve. This list has braids, ponytails and space buns galore. You’re sure to find somethin’ you like!

Okay, no more waiting around. Let’s dive into the 10 rave hair ideas you HAVE to try!

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Bringin’ It with the Baby Braids

This trend was SO in during the late 90’s. And thanks to the rave gods, baby braids are making a huuuuge comeback! The look is super easy to pull off, too. Just part your hair down the middle, then add a dainty little braid on each side of your face. If you wanna go full 90’s aesthetic, weave in some kandi beads and tie off the braids with neon elastics. Wear the rest of your hair straight, wavy, curly or completely natural!

Bubble Tendrils with Mermaid Waves

For this next look, we’re gonna switch things up. Instead of baby braids, we’re doing bubble tendrils! To create a bubble tendril, all you have to do is grab a lock of hair and tie elastics along the length of it. Put the elastics close together for tiny bubbles, or space ‘em out to make extra big bubbles. Gently pull apart your hair in between the elastics to maximize its volume. Pair the bubble tendrils with some flowy mermaid waves!

Space Buns for Intergalactic Rave Babes

Space buns are so iconic. You’re gonna see ‘em no matter which festival you go to! For a classic look, sweep all your hair into two high space buns that sit on either side of your head. But why stop at two? You could make three, four, even five space buns! The more space buns you make, the wilder your ‘do will get. Here’s an added bonus: space buns are a great way to keep all that hair out of your face!

Double French Braids into Low Buns

Can’t decide between buns and braids? Do both! Part your hair down the middle, then create two French braids that travel along the back of your head. Once you reach the nape of your neck, tie off each braid so that you’re left with two pigtails. Finish by wrapping each pigtail into a low bun. You can make this hairstyle even more rave-worthy by weaving in a couple of festival braids. The neon colors will add some flair to your ‘do!

Embrace Your Curls with Albaso Braids

This one’s for all the curly-haired queens out there! Decorate your locks with a row of albaso braids that run along one side of your head. Albaso braids are dainty little accents that allow the rest of your hair to fly free. These tightly pulled back braids perfectly complement the luscious volume of your natural hair! Top off this look with festival hair accessories like glitter, cuffs or hair rings.

Sleek ‘n’ High Pigtails with Flowy Locks

Unleash your inner wild child with a pair of pin-straight pigtails. Start by sweeping the top half of your hair into two super-high ponytails. Leave the rest of your hair down, then use a straightener to make your locks super sleek and shiny. Add extra length and volume by clipping in some neon festival hair extensions. The shimmery strands and blacklight-reactive hues will take this hairstyle from every day to other-worldly!

Polished Curls in a Voluminous Blowout

Wanna show off your luscious lengths? Leave your hair completely down, and strut the festival grounds with a curly, voluminous blowout! This timeless look goes with pretty much any outfit. Plus, you don’t have to spend hours in front of the mirror practicing space buns and French braids! Transform a regular blowout into glamorous rave hair by adding hair tinsel and semipermanent hair dye.

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Twist-Back Crown with Butterfly Clips

We’re takin’ it back to the 90’s again! Whether you have straight or curly hair, every rave babe looks super stunning with a ‘do full of butterfly hair clips. Our fav way to wear ‘em is by clipping hair twists along the crown of the head. Pick up a tiny section at your hairline, then twist it back and secure with a butterfly clip. Repeat until all your hair is pulled back into a row of dainty, colorful butterflies!

Half-Up Half-Down Claw Clip ‘Do

Get the best of both worlds with a half-up half-down ‘do! For this look, you’re gonna need the cutest hair claw clip in your collection. Pull the top layer of hair back into a ponytail and secure with a clear elastic. Remember to leave a couple strands out to frame that gorgeous face of yours. Place the clip at the base of the ponytail, and voila! You’re ready to par-tay, bb!

Unicorn Braid into High Ponytail

This last festival hair ‘do will make you feel like a majestic freaking unicorn! To create the look, braid a tiny section of hair straight over the top of your head. Tie off the braid with an elastic, then sweep all of your hair into a high ponytail. This hairstyle is cute and flattering, and it only takes a few minutes to complete. AND it looks great with any type of hair!

FAQs about Festival Hairstyles

Wanna try out some new hairstyles? Our FAQs are packed with tons of styling tips!

It’s all up to you! Choose any hairstyle that expresses your personality. Do you have a playful side? Create a bunch of little space buns all over your head. Are you the baddest biotch on the block? Slick your hair back into an Ariana Grande ponytail. Whatever you choose, make sure it can hold up throughout the festival. And wear it with confidence!

There are tons of short hairstyles that look totally fierce. You could curl your hair, then spice things up with some sparkly hair tinsel. Or, you could twist sections of your hair back into adorable little butterfly clips! And then there’s the unicorn braid, which will transform you into the magical creature you were born to be.

The options are limitless! Show off those epic lengths by leaving all your hair down. Then, frame your face with bubble tendrils or baby braids. You could also experiment with space buns and double French braids. Finish off your long-haired look with tinsel, semipermanent dye or neon festival hair extensions.

Festival braids can last a good couple of days. That makes ‘em perfect for camping at weekend-long festivals. When you don’t have access to a shower, you’re gonna want a hairstyle that hides all the grime and stays put through the dancing, headbanging and booty shaking. Pro tip: use gel to slick down fly-aways and give your braids extra holding power!

The easiest festival hairstyles are buns, braids and ponytails. These styles tightly pull back your hair so it’s out of the way while you’re busting a move. If you wear buns, braids or ponytails, you won’t have to worry about your hair until it’s time to let it down after the festival. That means less time doing touchups in the bathroom and more time out on the dance floor!

Accessorize Your ‘Do with Neva Nude

Every rave babe knows it’s all about accessories! Create a rave-worthy ‘do with Neva Nude’s festival hair accessories collection. At our online store, you’ll discover hair tinsel, butterfly clips, hair extensions and more. It doesn’t matter if your hair is long, short, curly or straight. We’ve got accessories for hair of all textures and lengths. Swing by and stock up for a year’s worth of show-stopping hair ‘dos!

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