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Black Girl-Approved Festival Season Hairstyles

You can finally retire your flower crowns, because sky’s the limit.
Black Girl-Approved Festival Season Hairstyles
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By Jennifer Ford · Updated October 26, 2020

There are a couple of things we look forward to during spring/summer festival season: our very own ESSENCE Fest, the stage performances and street style.  When we’re not enthralled by our favorite artists, we’re enamored by a parade of eccentric outfits, body art and fly hairstyles.

And with the major come back of hair accessories, this year’s mane moments are going to be lit! You can finally retire your flower crowns, because sky’s the limit, thanks to the latest hair trends.

Glitter, hair rings and temporary color are popular this spring, and there’s so many ways to incorporate these trends into your festival looks. Whether you’re rocking braids, curls or an edgy undercut, they’re perfect for taking your hairstyle to the next level.

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For inspiration, check out these dope dos we spotted on Instagram in the gallery below.

 

 

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Festival Season Hair Inspiration

Unicorns are real! We love this colorful hairdo!

Black Girl-Approved Festival Season Hairstyles
@aris.van.calster/Instagram
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Festival Season Hair Inspiration

These hair charms and bantu knots are equal parts festive as they are chic.

Black Girl-Approved Festival Season Hairstyles
@gwanloc/Instagram
03
Festival Season Hair Inspiration

Channel bohemian vibes with a braided crown and real flowers for the finishing touch.

Black Girl-Approved Festival Season Hairstyles
@brittneytaylorbeauty/Instagram
04
Festival Season Hair Inspiration

We love all things shiny and sparkly, including this hair glitter trend. Sprinkle it onto your part or all over. There’s no way to over do it.

Black Girl-Approved Festival Season Hairstyles
@hairstyledbymaz/Instagram
05
Festival Season Hair Inspiration

If you’re rocking an under cut, style the tappered sides with intricates parts and vibrant color.

Black Girl-Approved Festival Season Hairstyles
@shelbynicoleartistry/Instagram
06
Festival Season Hair Inspiration

Decorative flowers instantly make a hairdo pop.

Black Girl-Approved Festival Season Hairstyles
@purp.alpaca/Instagram
07
Festival Season Hair Inspiration

Mohawks and color are always a good idea.

Black Girl-Approved Festival Season Hairstyles
@fierce.is.she/Instagram
08
Festival Season Hair Inspiration

If you want bold hair, get the job done with a popping hair color like this green coif.

Black Girl-Approved Festival Season Hairstyles
@kieraplease/Instagram
09
Festival Season Hair Inspiration

Bring back you favorite childhood hair accessory for festival season. Beads are totally appropriate.

Black Girl-Approved Festival Season Hairstyles
@milly_melly, @vincent_nadon/Instagram
10
Festival Season Hair Inspiration

Want to make your curls pop? Try this pastel look.

Black Girl-Approved Festival Season Hairstyles
@leysahairandmakeup/Instagram
11
Festival Season Hair Inspiration

Shine bright like a diamond with these glittery puffs.

Black Girl-Approved Festival Season Hairstyles
@beiridescence/Instagram
12
Festival Season Hair Inspiration

Fro goals!

Black Girl-Approved Festival Season Hairstyles
@clatodd/Instagram
13
Festival Season Hair Inspiration

Bedazzle your parts with fun craft stickers like these colorful gems.

Black Girl-Approved Festival Season Hairstyles
@illandra/Instagram
14
Festival Season Hair Inspiration

This is top knot goals. We love this mix of bright colors.

Black Girl-Approved Festival Season Hairstyles
@naythemua/Instagram
15
Festival Season Hair Inspiration

You need these hair rings right now. They’re the ultmate hair accessory.

Black Girl-Approved Festival Season Hairstyles
@brokebitch_amber/Instagram
16
Festival Season Hair Inspiration

These pierced braids are definitely a head turner.

Black Girl-Approved Festival Season Hairstyles
@dallasalexiaxo/Instagram
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Festival Season Hair Inspiration

Ditch your faux flowers crowns for real flowers instead. 

Black Girl-Approved Festival Season Hairstyles
@kenyashakoor/Instagram
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Festival Season Hair Inspiration

 

Add colored yarn into your fishtail braid to make it pop!

Black Girl-Approved Festival Season Hairstyles
@maisondechic_salon/Instagram
19
Festival Season Hair Inspiration

Don’t forget the cowry shells. This loc moment is everything.

Black Girl-Approved Festival Season Hairstyles
@kwenasays/Instagram
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Festival Season Hair Inspiration

These hair pom poms are gorgeous!

Black Girl-Approved Festival Season Hairstyles
@thoughtpoet77/Instagram
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