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49 Super-Cute Hairstyle Ideas for Spring

Once the winter chill is gone, these styles will help you look fresh as the season changes.
By Nicole Marie Melton · Updated October 27, 2020
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Pretty Ponytails

Sanaa Lathan is red carpet-ready in this polished and clean over-the-shoulder ponytail.  A side part is the perfect compliment to this look.

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Pretty Ponytails

Beyonce has worn every hairstyle in the book, but this side ponytail is one of her more adventurous looks.  If you’re planning to pull this off, be sure that you have some serious edge control and hairspray on deck to smooth flyaways.

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Pretty Ponytails

Ponytails are great for all hair textures whether curly or straight.  Jordin Sparks swept her full spirals into an over-the-shoulder ponytail.

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Pretty Ponytails

The secret to a great ponytail is having smooth edges. Nia Long nails this look with sleek and polished strands.

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Pretty Ponytails

Here’s a side view of Nia’s easy, beautiful ponytail.

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Pretty Ponytails

From this angle, Kerry Washington’s ponytail is simply beautiful.  We especially love how voluminous it is!

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Pretty Ponytails

Warmer weather calls for hair that’s fuss free.  This side braid on Nia Long is the perfect look for day or night.

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Pretty Ponytails

Here’s another angle of Nia’s perfect pony. This style would look great on just about any hair type or texture.

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Box Braids, Twists & Faux Locs

It’s rare that we see Gabrielle Union wear box braids, but she totally slayed this look.

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Box Braids, Twists & Faux Locs

Even from the back, Gabrielle Union’s braids are flawless.  Their long length and small diameter also offer many styling options.

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Box Braids, Twists & Faux Locs

Twists are great for the spring and summer because they are so versatile.  Naturi Naughton looks radiant in a high, twisted bun.  She used an extra section of large, braided hair to accent the base of her bun.

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Box Braids, Twists & Faux Locs

Here’s a back view of Naturi’s high bun.  Isn’t it gorgeous?

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Box Braids, Twists & Faux Locs

We totally understand why Naturi has this beautiful glow— she knows she looks stunning in her beautiful braids!

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Box Braids, Twists & Faux Locs

Here, you can get a better view of the length of Naturi’s shiny twists.

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Box Braids, Twists & Faux Locs

Chrisette Michelle looks like a queen in her chunky box twists styled sky-high into a side pony.  Small golden gems add extra flair.

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Box Braids, Twists & Faux Locs

Ashley Blaine Featherson looks stunning in this high, oversized braided bun.

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Box Braids, Twists & Faux Locs

Meagan Good’s faux locs are perfect in every way!  We love the natural texture and long length, which makes the styling options endless.

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Box Braids, Twists & Faux Locs

We love that Meagan’s faux locs look so natural.  This is also a great protective style if your hair needs a break after harsh and cold winter temps.

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Box Braids, Twists & Faux Locs

A sky-high topknot is just one of many ways you can style long faux locs.

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Carefree Curls

A wash-and-go is the perfect simple yet stylish look for spring.  Serayah McNeill styles her corkscrew curls with a center part.

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Carefree Curls

To get curls like Tracee Ellis Ross’, set your hair on large flexirods at night.  Un-twist each rod with a dab of olive or coconut oil for shine, and fluff small sections with your fingers to add volume.

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Carefree Curls

Tracee Ellis Ross always has amazing hair, but we especially love when her natural curls are fluffy, fabulous and fuss-free.

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Carefree Curls

Jordin Sparks is one of our favorite curl-crushes.  These fluffy ringlets show off her lush and thick hair texture.

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High Buns

Margo Bingham shows that a cutesty topknot can be worn for day or dressed up for the red carpet.

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High Buns

Sanaa Lathan remixes the high bun trend by wearing hers in this half up/half down style.   Loose, beachy waves finish off the look.

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High Buns

Nia Long’s high bun is sleek and chic.  Recreate the look at home with the help of an edge control gel, paddle brush, ponytail holder and a few bobby pins.  Easy as pie!

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High Buns

Tracee Ellis Ross makes a style statement by adding shiny, curly bangs to her topknotted ‘do.

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High Buns

The great thing about a topknot like Serayah McNeill’s is that you can style it once and it will last a few days.  Simply tie your edges flat with a silk scarf nightly to reduce frizz and apply a spray oil mist daily to maintain shine.

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High Buns

Jordin Sparks stepped out in this perfectly imperfect high bun that’s a total hit for spring.

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High Buns

Take a look at Jordin’s hair from this angle.  Even the back looks flawless!

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High Buns

No time to do your hair? No problem!  Gabrielle Union shows you that a messy high bun is just as chic as an intricate updo, but takes half the time.

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High Buns

Gabrielle’s bun looks way cool from the side, too!  Her double headband adds the perfect finishing touch.

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Creative Braids

Kerry Washington looks ready for spring in this slightly unkempt side braid.

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Creative Braids

Kelly Rowland’s intricate crown braid makes for a darling and dazzling springtime hairstyle.  If a fishtail is a little too complex for you, recreate a similar look with a regular three-strand braid or two-strand twist.

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Creative Braids

Regina King added a subtle crown braid to this elegant updo.

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Creative Braids

To make your messy braid more versatile, try adding a side part and teasing your hair at the roots to create volume, as shown here on Kerry Washington.

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Creative Braids

Another great thing about crown braids is that they can be used to camouflage and protect your edges, as seen here on Danielle Brooks.

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Creative Braids

Kerry Washington went for an edgy look with this braided ponytail complete with a teased crown and sleek sides.

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Creative Braids

The contrast between the fluffy top, smooth sides, and textured braid gives this style a lot of dimension.

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Tousled Waves

Beyonce is seen out and about sporting her signature blond, loose waves.

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Tousled Waves

Shorter, chin-length waves look fabulous on Meagan Good.  The actress swept her bangs to the side to compliment the look.

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Tousled Waves

Serayah McNeill’s beachy waves are perfect for a day at the mall or a night on the town.

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Tousled Waves

Jordin Sparks is all smiles in these sexy, waist-length waves.  The length and ombre color of this style is sure to turn heads this season.

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Tousled Waves

Kelly Rowland can do no wrong in our book.  Her hair is always stunning no matter the occasion!

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Tousled Waves

The key to great tousled waves is to tease small sections at a time.  You don’t want to pouf your hair too much.  A little volume is all you need.

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Tousled Waves

Kerry Washington shows us another way to wear waves— in a chic bob-length and with a center part.  Perfection.

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Tousled Waves

Naturi Naughton is a hair chameleon and looks amazing no matter what style she wears.  Here, the star rocks shiny, loose waves that fall effortless over her shoulder.

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Tousled Waves

Nia Long’s tousled, wavy bob is the perfect springtime look.  Recreate the look at home by placing your straight hair into medium sized braids overnight.  In the morning, unbraid and finger fluff before heading out the door.

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Tousled Waves

Kelly Rowland remixed her tousled waves by adding bangs and pulling the top section up into a small pomp. Cute!

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Tousled Waves

Here’s Kelly’s hair from the back.  Simply gorgeous!

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Tousled Waves

Kerry Washington is the queen of beachy waves and does this look oh-so well.  Here, the Scandal star adds feathery bangs for even more flair.

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