A cute hairstyle is a stylish and fun choice for young fashionistas who want to show off their personality and feel confident in their look. From casual to formal, these beautiful hairstyles for girls are easy, adorable and versatile looks that can be created in minutes to suit any occasion.
Much like clothing, her hairstyle can be a simple form of self-expression and a meaningful way to develop a healthy self-image while bonding with her mommy.
For a casual day at the park, she might like playful pigtails or an athletic ponytail that allows her to run and play. Trendy styles like updos, braids and buns can exude timeless elegance at weddings and birthdays.
Whether she’s getting ready for school or dressing up for an event, your baby girl wants to feel special and stand out in the crowd.
Browse these easy and cute hairstyles for little girls to inspire your approach at home.
Stylish and Easy Little Girl Hairstyles
Long Side Pony Braids
Long side pony braids bring out the princess in any little girl. The simple and loose French-style plait is perfect for a day at school, a formal event, or anything in between. Secure with a standard elastic to keep it effortlessly chic, or adorn the braid with a ribbon for some extra fun.
Sweet Across the Back Braided Bun
A sweet across-the-back braided bun is ideal for keeping long hair neatly in place. The cross-plait style follows a diagonal from one side of the head across the back, then finishes with a cute bun pinned at the nape on the opposite side.
Face Framing Medium Layers with Curtain Bangs
Face-framing medium layers with curtain bangs style are a beautiful hairstyle for girls who want a stylish and easy look for harder-to-manage locks. Some layers create a cute frame while removing the hair’s weight. This cut is easy to style with its classic center part, and a quick sweep with a flat iron can help tame any flyaways.
Stylish Long Textured Bob with Center Part
A stylish long textured bob with a center part is a fantastic choice for girls who want a cut that appears mature. The hair at the back of the head is slightly shorter than the hair in the front, giving the cut a graduated appearance that little girls love. This style is ideal for girls who have naturally straight hair, and it’s equally adorable on thick or thin tresses.
Chic Short Bob with Fringe
The chic short bob with fringe is a cute cut for any aspiring diva. The style works well with thin, medium and thick hair textures but looks perfect on stick-straight locks. The blunt ends fall to just chin length and offer plenty of movement. Paired with an equally blunt fringe and a center part, this cut is half structure and half sass.
Gorgeous Side Braids with Low Bun
Braids are a cute hairstyle that can make girls look and feel beautiful with an easy style. If you have long straight hair, you can make a crown like a braid with hair from the front pulled to the back. The alluring messy texture provides a casually-chic vibe.
Long Layered Cut with Curtain Bangs
A long layered cut with curtain bangs is a fantastic way to remove some weight from exceptionally long and thick tresses. The cut involves several long layers ranging from shoulder length to mid-back (or longer), which give the hair beautiful movement and texture. The added curtain bangs frame the face and give a breezy retro feel.
Long Loose Curls
Long loose curls are every little girl’s dream, but they can be difficult to style. This cut and style maximizes the ringlet texture and adds body with expertly-placed layers. Be sure to stock up on a lightweight detangler, and comb it through while the hair is still wet. Apply a lightweight curl cream or mousse to damp hair, scrunch, and allow it to air dry.
Sweet Double Heart Pigtails with Bows
These sweet double-heart pigtails with bows look more complicated than they are. It’s as simple as tucking each of the six pigtails under and through to create the heart shape, then adding the remaining hair to the pigtail just below before repeating the process. Add bows or ribbons to the last set to complete the look.
Long Wavy Hair with Loose Side Braid
Long wavy hair with a loose side braid is a gorgeous everyday style perfect for girls of all ages. The braided look does require medium-length to long hair, and while waves aren’t necessary, they do help to hold the braid in place. To do it, just style the hair with a side part, then French braid at an angle starting at the parted section of hair. Hide the end of the braid at the back of the head and secure with bobby pins.
Adorable Layered Bob with Wispy Bangs
An adorable layered bob with wispy bangs is a great short hairstyle for little girls with extra thick hair. The above-the-shoulder length allows youthful movement and bounce, while the wispy bangs paired with the barely-there layers remove some of the weight and frame the face.
Looped Pigtails Updo
Looped pigtail updo is a stylish look that mimics a complex braid with a low-maintenance twist. Divide the hair into sections – three for fine hair, and five or six for very thick tresses. Next, pull each section into a ponytail, then feed the mass of each ponytail through the center of the one above it. This creates the bubbly braided look that girls adore.
Easy Long Layered Hairstyle
An easy long layered hairstyle is a classy and cute look for little girls who want to highlight their gorgeous texture, volume and body. After trimming a few long layers into the length of the hair, just create a shallow side part and allow the waves or curls to fall where they may. For some added flair, feel free to add pretty bobby pins or barrettes at the sides.
Awesome Upside-Down Braid into a Messy Bun
An awesome upside-down braid into a messy bun look isn’t as hard as it looks. Divide the hair into three vertical sections, then divide the far left and far right sections into six equal horizontal sections. Brush the center section up into a messy bun. Then twist each of the side sections, incorporating the end of each twist into the hair just across from it – much like lacing a shoe. Hide the ends in the next twist and secure the ends with bobby pins.
Cute Ponytail with Side Braids
A cute ponytail with side braids can be an alluring look that shows off your volume and texture. Just create a thick, semi-loose braid along one (or both) sides of the head, then pull all the hair back into a ponytail. For an elegant finish, wrap a section of unbraided hair around the elastic and secure it with a bobby pin.
duch*ess Crown
The duch*ess crown is a style straight out of a fairy tale, which makes it perfect for girls of all ages. To do it, just create a very loose, thick Dutch braid that wraps around the sides and back of the head. Paired with loose curls in the length of the hair, this style is elegant enough for a formal occasion but still fun to wear every day.
Low Maintenance Middle Braid
A low-maintenance middle braid is a gorgeous three-dimensional look that uses an underhand French braiding method. Rather than pulling new sections of hair over the existing braid, just tuck them under and lift. The resulting style is secure without being too tight, and a cute bow or ribbon at the nape of the neck allows for self-expression.
Adorable A-Line Bob
An adorable A-line bob is a trendy rounded and graduated style that gives the look a youthful, simple shape. It can be worn with or without a fringe, and it looks great with a center part or a side part. It’s ideal for girls with stick-straight hair since waves and curls can take away from the A-line silhouette.
Sweet Braided Bow Bun
A sweet braided bow bun style is sure to turn heads. Part the hair in the center, then create plaits starting at the nape and moving upward. To finish, tie off each braid and shape it into an adorable bow bun. Adornments like bows or ribbons can be used throughout each braid or affixed at the base of each bow.
Adorable Side Braids
Adorable side braids with a fishtail look can be an easy style to achieve. Just start a very loose fishtail at the side of the head and gradually work the rest of the hair into the plait. The fishtail gets tighter as it moves downward, which creates a fun Bohemian look that is hard to resist.
Two-in-One Fanned Braid
The two-in-one fanned braid starts with a ponytail on top that is divided into equal sections. Then, start two French braids just behind the ears on each side of the head and work one section of the top hair into the braid with each pass. Just above the nape, combine the two braids into one.
Braided Bun
The braided bun shown combines four equal Dutch braids into one stunning bun at the nape, but this is only a suggestion. Feel free to use two or even six braids depending on the hair thickness. Just keep each braid parallel to the next and equally spaced across the head, then twist them together into a bun at the nape.
Long Box Braids with Cute Hot Pink Ends
These long box braids with cute hot pink ends are absolutely precious, and there’s no limit to what a stylist can achieve. This look involves adding glittery strands at the base of the braid, then gradually shifting over to hot pink just below the shoulders. Beads and other adornments add some additional personalization.
Adorable Long Curly Hair with Middle Part
A sweet long curly hairstyle features a classic middle part that draws attention to the face. This cut looks great on all curly girls, whether those curls are loose or in tight ringlets. Be sure to use a good detangler on wet hair and apply a curl cream for texture and shine. Sparkly barrettes at the side can help hold hair back while adding some extra cuteness.
Side Swept Long Pixie Cut
The side-swept long pixie is a cute and spunky haircut for girls who prefer shorter styles that work well for athletes. Despite the short nature of the cut, there are several ways to style it. The deep side part adds some personality and uniqueness, and like many girls’ styles, this one can be adorned with a headband or barrette.
Long Layered Ombre with Curtain Bangs
The long layered ombre with curtain bangs is a popular cut among preteen and teen girls. It makes the most of long hair’s natural wavy texture, and an extra large curling iron makes it easy to create the face-framing wave in the shorter layers. A brunette-to-blonde ombre is perfect for any girl’s first hair color experience, especially when paired with a few bright highlights around the face.
Chic Twisted Low Bun with Flowers
The chic twisted low bun with flowers is a charming ‘do for a First Communion or flower girl. Just pull the hair back and twist it under and out, then pin it into place with bobby pins. The addition of baby’s breath across the width of the bun is a beautiful finishing touch.
Straight Blunt Bob with Short Bangs
The straight blunt bob with short bangs is a highly structured cut that is designed to highlight any little one’s precious facial features. The cut is best for girls who have very straight hair with a medium to thick texture. The edging at the sides just above the ears finishes the look.
Classic Bob with Thick Fringe
The classic bob with a thick fringe is a classic cut for little girls who appreciate a retro vibe. The blunt chin-length ends turn under just slightly, giving the style a rounded look. A long brow-length fringe puts all the attention on the eyes. This cut looks great as it is, but a headband or barrettes can help hold the hair back and away from the face during athletic or even formal events.
Bob with Middle Part and No Bangs
A stunning bob with a middle part and no bangs is a classic cut that is perfect for pre-teens and teens who want a more “grown-up” look. The blunt, perfectly symmetrical cut offers plenty in the way of style opportunities. It’s just long enough to tie back into a ponytail, braid into a pretty plait, or pin back with cute adornments.
Cool Double Braided Ponytail
A cool double-braided ponytail is a fantastic look for a day at the beach, a soccer game, or a regular day at school. Just divide the hair down the middle and create two Dutch braids on either side. Secure the braid at the nape, allowing the rest of the hair to hang free in a ponytail. Wrap a section of hair around each elastic to hide it for a more put-together look.
Sweet Angled Bob
The sweet, angled bob can help any little girl feel more mature. The slightly stacked appearance at the back of the head creates a rounded side profile, and the lack of fringe helps to keep the attention on the entire face. Straight hair results in a sleek look while wavy hair is better for a more textured and “messy” approach.
Straight Shoulder Length Hair with Accent Braids
Straight shoulder-length hairstyle is an elegant and popular choice that will accentuate your braids along one or both sides to add personality. A fine Dutch braid just above the ear keeps the cut interesting, especially with the addition of some butterfly-shaped clips. This style can be altered to suit any hair type.
Stunning Long Dragon Braid
This stunning long dragon braid is a cross between a classic Dutch braid and a fishtail, which creates a unique three-dimensional texture. Though the style does require long hair that is on the thicker side, it works well with straight, wavy, and even curly locks.
Simple Long Layered Haircut with Bangs
A traditional long layered haircut is perfect for girls of all ages, whether they have straight or wavy hair. The shortest layers hit just below the shoulders, which gives the hair some movement and swing. Paired with a wispy fringe that blends seamlessly into the length of the hair, this is a style that is easy to create and maintain.
Long Dark Brown Wavy Hair with Cute Bangs and Pink Accents
Long dark brown wavy hair paired with cute bangs and pink accents is every little girl’s dream. The cut is simple enough with long layers styled in big, loose waves and blunt, thick bangs. The pink streaks are the real stars of the show, and they can be any color of the rainbow.
Medium Layered Cut with Soft Waves
A medium layered cut with soft waves is perfect for girls who have extra thick hair or a coarse hair texture. The short layers at the sides pair well with the curtain bangs and medium length that falls just below the shoulders. A big curling iron gives the hair its shape and texture.
Short Bob with Flipped-In Ends
The short bob with flipped-in ends is a feminine take on the classic blunt bob. The chin-length cut folds under ever so slightly, which is adorable next to a brow-length fringe. This cut highlights any little girl’s eyes, and it’s incredibly easy to maintain and style at home.
Side Swept Naturally Short Curly Hair
Side-swept naturally curly short hair is a grown-up look perfect for little girls of all ages. It features layered ringlets shaped into a deep side part, and they fall to about shoulder length. Though the cut looks adorable as it is, it is still long enough to pull back into a ponytail or braid, which keeps the styling options open.
Asymmetrical Long Bob
An asymmetrical long bob is a cute and youthful style that looks great on everyone. The cut is best for straight hair, but a flat iron can tackle a few waves. Not only is the hair longer in the front than in the back, but it is also longer on one side than the other. This cut is a real attention-getter that is easy for every girl to style on her own at home.
Beautiful Flowery Braided Bun
This beautiful flowery braided bun is a go-to style for formal events. The hair is pulled back into a ponytail that is secured at the nape, and then elastics and precise weaving create the fun braided pattern of the bun. Use some fun-colored adornments for added flair, or tuck in some baby’s breath for an event such as a wedding or First Communion.
Cute Bob Without Bangs
This cute bob without bangs offers plenty of movement and texture. Thicker hair is best for achieving the textured look, but the cut looks amazing on all hair types. Aim for a length that hits just below the chin, and go for a slightly off-center part. A few face-framing highlights can help boost the appearance of texture and give this cut a breezy look.
Chic French Braid Updo
This chic French braid updo is a fantastic example of an everyday style that is perfect for school, home, or a formal event. Simple and fun, just create a deep side part, then start a standard French braid that follows the curvature of the head. At the nape, wrap the braid around to the other side.
Classic Braided Pigtails
Classic braided pigtails are a fun and creative look that will make the most of the intricate-looking yet simple fishtail. To do it, just part the hair as desired, secure it into two pigtails on either side and then create a fishtail with each pigtail. It’s a great way to protect tangle-prone hair on a windy day, and it can be dressed up with ribbons, bows, or other accessories.
Cool Low Ponytail with Braids
The cool low ponytail with braids is a popular style among teens, especially for school dances and proms. Start with a center part, then create a loose French braid on either side. Pull the braided sections loose to fan them out, secure the braid with an elastic at the nape, and curl the ends of the hair. Long, loose tendrils in the front soften the look.
Top Braid with Long Messy Ponytail
The cute top braid with a long messy ponytail is something special. To do it, divide the hair into three equal sections – one on each side, and one across the top. French braid the middle section and secure the braid with a ponytail high on the head. Then, pull the two side sections back and secure all three in one high pony. Give the hair a tousle to complete the look.
Cool Space Buns
Every little girl loves some cool space buns – even those who have never seen Star Wars! It’s incredibly easy to style, which makes it a family favorite. Just create a center part and pull all the hair into a high ponytail. Twist the hair, wrap it around, and secure it with a bobby pin to create the bun. Feel free to loosen a few tendrils for a softer look or experiment with a half updo with space buns.
Creative Heart Side Braid with Fishtail
A creative heart side braid with a fishtail is an intricate look that can be ideal for memorable events like dances or family get-togethers. The carefully shaped braids are pinned in such a way that they make a heart, and the ends cascade into a loose fishtail. While long, thick hair is best, it’s possible to recreate the look with straight, wavy, and even slightly curly locks.
Cute Short Side Braids
Cute short side braids are a sleek, gorgeous and versatile look that can be created by weaving two small French braids together. Just widen the braid as it moves toward the back of the head, then secure it with an elastic at ear level. The adorable half-updo is perfect for any school day or sporting event.
Edgy Short Pixie Cut
The edgy short pixie cut is perfect for girls who love the look of the standard pixie or who simply don’t want to fuss with long hair. The straighter the hair, the easier this style is to manage at home. To liven things up, add some highlights for a splash of color. Light highlights against dark colors or fun colors like pink against blonde are always in high demand.
Beautiful Simple Long Braided Hair For School
A long braided hairstyle can be a beautiful and simple look for school that uses several elastics and braiding techniques to create an adorable texture and profile. Though straight hair can be easier to braid, coarse and wavy hair can hold the style better over time. From windy days and athletics to everyday wear, this amazing girl’s hairstyle will become your little one’s favorite vibe.
Medium Wavy Bob
The medium wavy bob is half adorable and half edgy, making it perfect for the skater girl in your family. It plays on your natural texture with choppy layers and a fun side part. Feel free to add a fringe to make it your own, but the fringe-less look is the current trend.
Cute Symmetrical Flip Over Braid
A cute symmetrical flip-over braid crosses one side braid over another at the nape to create a stylish and adorable finish. Create two standard Dutch braids that follow the curvature of the head, then cross one over the other and secure them into place. This style is feminine, chic, and on-trend for girls of all ages.
Double Braids
Older girls will love these double braids worked into a sassy half updo. Each braid is secured at the crown of the head and twisted into a messy bun, which pairs very nicely with the sleek shape of the straight hair on either side. It’s part edgy and part adorable, and every girl is sure to love it.
Dutch Braids into High Buns
These upside-down Dutch braids turn into high buns that add volume and style to any girl’s look. It’s a great style to wear to school since the Dutch braids hold all day, but it’s also a great look for church, sporting events, formal events, and more. Feel free to add ribbons or clips for even more personalization.
Edgy Stacked Bob
An edgy stacked bob is a gender-neutral cut that combines feminine and boyish features to create a versatile look. The intense stacking at the back creates stunning texture while lifting the hair off the neck and giving the cut shape. The longer tresses at the front sweep back for a touch of femininity and sass.
Elegant Braided Pigtails with Ribbons
These elegant, braided pigtails with ribbons are perfect for your little girl’s next big recital or show. The style involves three distinct braids, each of which is adorned with a single thin classic braid. Wear it with a single diagonal braid across the back of the head or try a center part and go for a crisscross pattern, instead. Tie two thin ribbons around the tops of each pigtail to balance the look.
Messy Long Braided Style
Older girls will adore this messy longer braided style, which pairs Bohemian flair with modern braiding techniques. Long wavy hair is best for this look since fine straight hair tends to slip from the loose braids. Start with two thick braids on each side of the head, then pull them back into one single braid that starts at the nape.
Cool Zipper Braids
These cool zipper braids are woven rather than braided, and the fun scalloped edges give them their unique style. Try the pigtail method with a bold center part or create one big zipper braid down the center of the head, instead. This beautiful style is perfect for protecting girls’ hair during windy outdoor events or ball games, but it’s cute enough to wear every day.
Textured Medium Haircut with Bangs
This textured medium haircut with bangs makes the most of fine hair with lots of chunky layers set into place with a curling iron. The fine and somewhat wispy bangs help draw attention to the eyes, and the blunt ends of the shoulder-length cut balance the look.
Fun Twisted Fishtail Half Updo
This fun twisted fishtail half updo is simple and stylish. Just create a center part, then fishtail braid along either side of that part to about the middle of the head. Then, stop bringing in new sections of hair and continue each fishtail to the ends, creating two long sections. Twist those sections around each other and secure them at the end with an elastic.
Dutch Loop Braided Ponytail
The Dutch loop braided ponytail involves carefully crisscrossing two Dutch braids across a defined center part, then securing them at the nape of the neck into one wavy ponytail. It’s reminiscent of Dorothy from The Wizard of Oz, especially with a bold ribbon to accentuate the area where the two braids join. It’s chic enough for formal events, but fun enough for everyday wear.
Gorgeous Braid Bun
A gorgeous braid bun is another fantastic everyday look for girls who prefer loose updos. Simple and elegant, create a loose braid that starts at the nape, and then twist it into a bun in any shape you choose. Adorn the style with fancy clips or barrettes or create more definition at the nape with a ribbon tied around the bun.
Intricate Braided Ponytail
This intricate braided ponytail involves a very finely woven braid that follows the curvature of the head from the top of the forehead to the ends of the hair. At the nape, all the hair is gathered into a sleek ponytail, and the thinner section of the braid wraps around to hide the elastic. It’s an incredibly fun style that is sure to turn heads.
Fun Zig-Zag Dutch Braid
A fun zig-zag Dutch braid can be anything you choose, and this Z-shaped style is the proof. The first portion of the braid follows parallel to the forehead before looping back across the head to the other side at ear level. Then, yet another diagonal braid zags across the back of the head, down the nape, and over the shoulder.
Layered Bob with Side Bangs
The layered bob with side bangs adds lift and movement to fine hair, which makes it an ideal style for the littlest of girls who are clamoring for a short style. The slight stack at the back of the head adds some lift while the longest section of hair sweeps over from a deep side part. For busy days, it’s easy to pin the sides back with cute barrettes or even create an adorable half updo.
Intricate Long Braided Style
An intricate long braided style is a gorgeous look for older girls that includes two big, loose sections joining together at the nape to create a loose fishtail. The bubbly effect involves using elastics to tighten up some sections before loosening others. Though thick hair is a requirement for this look, it works well with straight, wavy or curly locks.
Beautiful Crown Bun
The beautiful crown bun is an excellent choice for formal events like weddings, pageants, or recitals. This style is a very loose braid and can be pinned at the back center of the head and curled at the ends. Long, loose, curly tendrils add additional movement and softness to the look.
Simple Dutch Braid
The simple Dutch braid is a classic and a favorite for everyday wear, and for good reason. It keeps long hair back and out of the way, which reduces tangles and makes brushing a breeze. Braid the hair to the tips for the traditional ‘do, or stop at the nape and add a long ponytail for something a bit different.
Wavy Waterfall Braids
A stylish wavy waterfall braids is a trendy style that features two loose French braids starting at either temple and moving back to the center of the head. Create the waterfall effect by curling the length of the hair in bold ringlets and allowing those sections to hang freely through the braided part. With several variations, younger girls can adorn it with ribbons or clips.
Small Braids with Long Ponytail
Small braids with a long ponytail combine braids of varying thicknesses and a long, loose ponytail for a cohesive everyday style. Just create several French or Dutch braids in as many rows as you choose, then secure them high up on the head to place the ponytail. To create a chic look, wrap a section of the loose hair around the elastic.
Popular Hairstyles For Girls
The most popular hairstyles for little girls are effortless buns, creative braids, fun pigtails, stunning curls, stylish ponytails, playful bobs, sophisticated updos and chic styles featuring cool twists. These cute and easy kid’s hairstyle ideas are generally trendy looks that can be comfortably achieved at home with a tutorial video and some bobby pins or ties.
