We've all looked on hipsters with envy, wishing we could pull of their grunge-vintage-hippie look with such ease. Well, great news: you can! Maybe we can't all walk around with pastel-colored dreadlocks, but there are several "hipster" hairstyles that you can pull off!
1 Beachy Waves
What defines most hipster hairstyles is the "trying not to try" look. These beachy waves look effortlessly sexy on anyone! How long it took to get your hair that way is your own little secret.
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The beachy waves hairstyle exudes a laid-back vibe that's quintessential to the hipster aesthetic and screams summer fun no matter the season. Getting those perfectly tousled tendrils might involve some curling and texturizing spray, but the end result should look as natural as if you've spent a blissful day by the shore. The trick to mastering this look is in the seemingly carefree finish, where your locks cascade in loose, fluid waves that frame your face and highlight your features without appearing overly styled or intentional. It's the ultimate blend of cool and casual for that just-got-back-from-the-beach allure.
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2 Flower Crown
Something else iconic about hipster hairstyles is the use of accessories. A common favorite is the flower crown, which I love for how feminine and sweet it is! Lucky for you, flowers amplify everyone's beauty, so you can definitely pull off this look.
3 Woven Leaves
Flowers in your hair is getting a bit more mainstream, so if you really want to strive for a hipster look, try leaves in your hair! They're surprisingly adorable and can be worn either as a crown or woven into your hair like so.
4 Chain Headpiece
Maybe real leaves aren't your thing, and a more subtle and synthetic look would suit you better. There's a hipster headpiece for you, too! Any chain headpiece will work, really, but this one with hanging leaves is one of my favorites.
5 Bandana Headband
I don't think any true hipster's collection of headwear is complete without a bandana. Bandanas are really versatile, and can be used in a number of ways. One of the easiest is probably as a headband with you hair in a messy bun.
6 Geometric Bobby Pins
I can't believe I've never thought of using bobby pins to make a cute, geometric pattern! But leave it to the hipsters to discover a cool use for a mundane object. You should try it too and see what interesting patterns you can make with them.
7 The Undone Look
You don't have to have it together all of the time to pull off the hipster look. In fact, you can get away with putting no effort into your hair whatsoever! This undone look is just as hipster as a flower crown or leaf wreath, only it's quick and free!
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Embracing effortless chic, the undone look is perfect for those lazy days when styling your hair seems like a mission impossible. A tousled bun, a casual braid falling loosely over one shoulder, or even bedhead waves can signify that carefree, "I just woke up like this" vibe. Remember, a spritz of texturizing spray can add that bit of edge to keep it looking intentionally disheveled. It’s all about looking stylishly imperfect and owning it with confidence!
8 Forehead Braid
If you have the hair and the skill, there's nothing to stop you from making your own hair accessories! Use a long braid as a headband to achieve the optimal effort-no-effort balance that hipsters are known for.
9 Long Braids
If you're like me and hate having hair on your face, then this is the ideal hipster hairstyle for you. Paired with an all-black outfit, you'll look more hipster than you could imagine!
10 Funky Hat
There's not a single situation that isn't made better with a funky hat! Whether you throw one on just because you're having a bad hair day, or because you want to stand out in the crowd, you'll instantly look more hip!
11 Big Chop
I don't care what you say—everyone can pull off short hair! Short hair shows off more of your face, which is beautiful! It's just a matter of figuring out how to style your hair once it's short in order to flatter your features. Regardless, any short haircut is pretty "hipster" because of the courage it takes to make the big chop.
12 Rapunzel
On the other hand, if you're in love with you hair, grow it out as long as you can! That can be hipster, too!
13 Two Buns
Miley isn't the only one who can work two buns! You can too; it's all about confidence!
14 Snake
As long as we're having fun with braids, you might as well experiment with this look, too. This braid snakes down the rest of your hair and will be sure to impress all of your friends!
15 Neon Highlights
This is probably the edgiest look on my list, and the riskiest. I can't guarantee that you'll love it, but I’m sure that if you feel like mixing things up in a drastic way, this will be a fun way to do just that.
See, pulling off hipster hairstyles isn't so hard! Anyone can look great with these hairstyles as long as they’re confident. Which one do you want to try first?
