Written by Alicia Chiang

Most days, we find ourselves wearing our hair down, or simply pulling them up into an old-fashioned ponytail when it gets in our way. While there’s certainly nothing wrong with that, the same old hairdo gets a little lackluster after a while. Heck, even time spent on a nice blowout goes to waste by mid-day because of the relentless tropical heat.

But just as we love variety with our outfits, so do we when it comes to our hairdo! From tightly woven braids to messy buns to the different knots and twists you can do to your hair, there’s really no limit to your creativity if you really wish to break out of your mundane hair routine.

Here are some hairstyle inspirations to get you started:

1. The Chain Link Side Braid

This hairdo is a personal favorite because of its versatility — it is understated enough for a picnic, yet elegant enough for a night out.

2. The Slanted Scorpion

Because the regular french braid is way overused, switch it up with an inverted braid and tie it sideways!

3. The Half Bun

Inspired by the man bun, this hairdo has been the biggest trend since 2016, and it seems like the hype isn’t dying down anytime soon. It’s the perfect hairdo for indecisive girls (wait, isn’t that all of us?) who can’t decide if they want to let their hair down or pull them all up into a neat bun. This in-between look is easy to pull off and certainly in vogue, so why not get the best of both options?

4. The Fishtail Braid

Fishtail braids are a little tricky and would take some practice for one to master it. But there’s just something about a perfectly imperfect fishtail braid that puts the common french braid to shame.

5. The Double Bun with a Twist

This hairdo has always been hot in Harajuku, before Miley Cyrus brought attention to it with her own playful set of space buns. Add a little edge to the hairdo by adding a tightly woven braid at the back leading up to the buns!

6. The Classic Messy Bun

Lazy girls, we feel you. If it is too much of a hassle to braid your hair, a casual messy bun would also do the trick. Just remember to leave some face-framing strands out to highlight your cheekbones!

7. Braided Pigtails

When they say two is better than one, I think they were referring to pigtails. This popular 90’s hairdo is back, but it isn’t kiddy looking at all. In fact, this edgy style is perfect for beaches, getaways, and music festivals.

8. The Waterfall Braid

With a curling iron and the waterfall hairstyle, you’re just missing a crown to look like a princess. Now this hairdo would take a bit of time when you first start out, but as with all things, a little practice goes a long way!

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9. Ariana Grande’s Signature Hairdo

Here’s for the ones who are blessed with thick and luscious hair. Flaunt what you got by stealing Ariana’s signature hairstyle — simply segregate the top part of your hair and tie them up as high as you can. Voilà! Ready for the spotlight.

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10. Spruce Up with Hair Accessories

We understand the struggles of rushing out of the house early in the morning. So if you can’t spare even a few minutes to braid your hair, a pretty hair accessory can help jazz up your look just as well.

Which is your favorite hairstyle? Discover the perfect hair accessories for every occasion, only at Zalora Singapore!