14 long hair hairstyles to inspire your next outing, including braids, space buns and ponytails (2025)

When thinking of long-hair hairstyles, before experimenting with braids, tails or chignons, there are a few details to keep in mind. Firstly, it is important to recognise the texture of the hair: if it is wavy, it will allow you to achieve the most voluminous hairstyles more easily, on the contrary, smooth allows you to create neat braids and buns effortlessly.

This doesn't mean you should limit yourself to only recreating styles that suit your hair type, but if you have a cascade of curls, you'll need specific products to help tame them. These should be combined with disciplining products. Conversely, if you want to add volume to fine, flat hair, texturising sprays and backcombing brushes are essential. It's also important to use elastics, hairpins, and clips that match your hair colour to ensure they remain inconspicuous once applied. However, if you're aiming for a bolder look, consider choosing original and sophisticated hair clips and pins, especially for special occasions.

Quick and easy hairstyles

Braids are the easiest way to style long hair: to give it a sophisticated touch, go for the fabric elastics to stop the torchon effect, which do not ruin the ends.

A slightly more complex alternative, but still easy to do, is to gather the lengths and braid them further. Cover the elastic with a lock of hair for a chic result, which you can then stop with the help of a bobby pin.

Hairstyles for semi-braided long hair

You style the hair before fixing the high tail at the top of the head. Next, soft waves are created and finished with a coat of anti-moisture spray. To tame baby hair, make it stick to the head with the help of a comb and shaping gel if needed.

If the hair is fine and thin, creating volume is essential, starting with the haircare routine. Opt for volumizing shampoo and conditioner and finish the style with a texturizing spray to create the illusion of thicker hair. To finish, make two high half-tails and secure them with a bow for a feminine, bonton touch.

Hairstyles for long cropped hair

The chignon is an excellent choice for those seeking a flawless and neat hairstyle. “To achieve this look, begin by applying some mousse to wet hair. The method of blow-drying depends on the effect you're aiming for. For a traditional chignon, you'll want smooth lengths that hug the nape of your neck. If you have curly hair, it’s best to focus the blow-dry primarily on the hairline. The classic technique starts with pulling the hair back into a ponytail, then rolling the lengths onto themselves and securing them with bobby pins. If you're looking for a more relaxed or disheveled appearance, my advice is after making the ponytail, twist the hair back on itself like a rope and secure it with a few bobby pins. The size of the chignon can vary based on your hair length. For a more voluminous look, consider using a crimper. If you prefer a retro vibe, you can use a curling iron to create soft waves before securing a low, side chignon.” explains Sergio Carlucci, Co-founder and Creative Director of Toni&Guy Italia. For an added touch of flair, consider embellishing your finished chignon with bars of crystals, decorative combs, or stylish clips.

Alternatively, why not try the space buns Millie Bobbi Brown sported at the SAG Awards? Impeccably styled and topped with two satin ribbons, they resemble an elegant étoile.

Softly gathered long hair hairstyles

To get as much volume as possible, use products that can add texture to the lengths as early as blow-drying to increase the hold of the crop. You then create the high ponytail by excluding the front strands that will frame the face. The rest of the lengths should be softly and imperfectly braided and secured on the top of the head with the help of bobby pins.

One of Kim Kardashian's favorite hairstyles, which she also wore at her sister Kourtney's wedding is the 1990s crop with disheveled locks framing the face and a crown of soft, voluminous waves on top of the head.

Long straight hair hairstyles

All you need to do is get the right minimalist and chic hair clips. Once you've made a low ponytail, apply them equidistantly on the lengths, and you're done.

A more easy version of the ballerina bun topped with an elastic band for a messy result to the point. Use bobby pins in a shade that match your hair colour as a finishing touch.

Bridal long hair hairstyles

Again, no great skills are needed to achieve a sophisticated and impressive hairstyle, which involves a neat braid decorated with satin flowers. To ensure that the crop remains flawless for a long time, resort to a special styling cream before drying and finish with a fixing spray.

Tying a knot with your hair requires good dexterity (or the help of your hairdresser). Alternatively, apply a bow clip that mimics natural colour and texture to the sleek tail. The result is simple, romantic and elegant, making it perfect for daytime wear.

Long hair hairstyles for ceremony

For an elegant and, above all, time-saving solution, get a special hair clip, perhaps one that has a large velvet bow or a flower. All you have to do is gather the lengths and secure them with the clip.

The cord knot bun is a great hairstyle option. To create it, start by making a torchon at the nape of your neck. Leave out a strand of hair to twist around the elastic partially. Finally, secure the hairstyle in place with hairspray and bobby pins.

This story first appeared on Vogue.it

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