30 Easy Hairstyles for Long Hair to Do in Just a Few Minutes

Styling your locks may turn into a struggle sometimes, but that’s where our easy hairstyles for long hair come in handy. It’s highly recommended to master at least 3 quick styles that would suit both a date and a red carpet. The great thing is, we’ve got 30 of them!

Now, scroll further to see the gallery with amazing easy hairstyles for long hair to do at home and start practicing right away.

1. Trendy Bow Hairdo. It takes a bit of practice, but in the end, it will totally wow everyone. Basically, all you need is to split a low ponytail, loop its sections, and cover a hair elastic.

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2. Massive Side Braid Updo. Braids are definitely among the most popular easy hairstyles for long hair, and this version requires only some accuracy when braiding and wrapping the ends into a loose side bun.

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3. Easy Formal Updo. Some of today’s updos don’t look like simple hairstyles for long hair, but they are. To feel glam, but casual, go for a loose upbraid updo.

By Kell Grace

4. Cinnamon Roll Easy Work Hairstyle. You will use all the pins you have for this one. Just remember to secure each section, so the final bun doesn’t fall apart.

By Tonya Pushkareva

5. Quick Bridal Updo for Wavy Hair. Several easy steps and this hairstyle is ready. However, it will definitely be easier if someone’s helping you here. Especially if it is your big day. Everything must be perfect.

By cathughesxo

6. Simple Bubble Pony Half-Up Hairdo. There are lots of step by step easy hairstyle videos for styles like this one on YouTube, but it’s pretty self-explanatory and doesn’t take more than 10 minutes to do.

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7. Easy Everyday Braid and Pony. Among many easy hairstyles for long straight hair, the one here just adds a lacy side braid to your usual pony, which is super easy to do.

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8. Cute and Easy Long Boho Style. Elegantly messy, a crown of two chunky braids is always popular. It works both on naturally wavy hair and flat iron curls.

By Sabrina

9. Simple Romantic Hairstyle. This look inspired by Belle from “Beauty and the Beast” is easy to recreate. Do a simple half-up. Do another one underneath and pull the first ponytail through. Tie this faux braid with a ribbon to match your outfit.

By malis.hair

10. Messy Halo Braid for Thick Hair. If you don’t mind adding boho vibes to your look, opt for quick hairstyles for long hair based on a messy halo braid complemented with some tresses flowing down.

By jaykaybraids

11. Softly Twisted Half-Up Half-Down Hair. You don’t need to be a braiding pro to rock easy long hairstyles where a part of your locks is packed into a loose twist braid running around a bit lifted crown.

By sandrabierens_bridal

12. Mermaid Waves with Pull-Through Crown Braid. A pull-through braid is yet another favorite for constructing easy hairstyles for long hair, and you can swirl it around the head instead of letting it hang down.

By amandaleighrush

13. Easy Simple Space Buns. Make a pair of high ponies, twist, wrap, and secure – and you’re ready to either fight your ex or run for President.

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14. Simple Hairstyle for Long Hair with a Low Bun. Are you a fan of easy hairstyles with all kinds of low buns? We have a secret tip for you. To make the bun more textured and cute-looking, prepare your hair with a surf spray and add some soft bends with a flat iron.

By knotyouraveragebride

15. Undone French Twist. If you have straight hair and give preference to simple updos, this handsomely disheveled French roll fixed loosely in the back should serve as your next inspiration.

By thelovelyhairclass

16. Low Double Buns. Some cute easy hairstyles for long hair are universal. For example, these two low buns can be a perfect styling option for a boho wedding or a great addition to a cozy evening look. Add shiny accessories for festive events!

By Jacinta

17. Fast and Simple Low Bun. It’s as easy as just creating a pulled halfway through low pony and then knotting the rest of the hair around the tie.

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18. Half Up Braided Crown for Long Hair. If you want voluminous braids, go for the Dutch version. If not – stick to the French variation. Make two braids and connect them in the back hiding the ends. Add neat waves with a curling iron, and your princess half updo is ready!

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19. Looped Bun and Braid for Long Hair. Here is how just a few details can turn simple hairstyles for long hair into unique looks — add effortless braiding to a side and tie the hair into a relaxed bun while letting the ends stick out.

By rokkelvin

20. Lazy Half-Updo for Medium Long Hair. In case you’ve got no time but need something special, a half-updo with a little twisted knot is the way to go.

By Harri Akerberg

21. Back to School Low Ponytails. You have all the freedom with these. Either go for bubble tails or pull-through ponytails. Leave the ends loose, wavy, and playful.

By Michael

22. Elegant Braid and Ponytail. This hairdo doesn’t seem to belong to easy long hairstyles, but it will take only five minutes to do it. Decorate it with accessories or leave as it is – the fascinating braid and wavy pony will capture everyone’s attention anyway.

By Alex Gaboury

23. Easy Long Hair Updo Tutorial. Looking for quick long hair hairstyles for special events? Make 4 ponytails, tie them as pictured, form an elegant bun, and add a piece of jewelry. Such cute hairstyles are great for weddings and proms.

By kellgrace

24. Chic Updo for Long Black Hair. Make them jealous of how glossy your flowing thick swirls are with a high pony and bent front pieces.

By Dominique

25. Low Pony with Braiding. A bouncy low ponytail is a great basis for cute easy hairstyles regardless of the hair texture, but you can maximize its volume with beachy waves throughout the length and lush braiding on one side.

By Kayla

26. Voluminous Easy Long Braided Hairdo. You will have to do some volume-boosting manipulations with your long hair to get the same stunning result as in this picture. If your locks are thick enough, proper hair care will be enough. For trendy ‘fluffy’ hairstyles for long hair, buy a good volumizing hair care line.

By Alex Gaboury

27. Textured Chignon with Unfussy Side Braid. It is really quick to do a loose side braid like this one and get it spooled around a low bun with some strands pulled out for a perfectly imperfect look.

By styles.byciara

28. Romantic Waves with Braided Bun. Now we want to expand our collection of easy hairstyles with a beautifully braided and neatly wrapped bun placed high enough to make a startling focal point.

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29. Bouffant Crown with Delicate Braiding. Brushing off polished hairstyles for long hair, this smart girl rocks some backcombing at the top, enveloped with airy braids and complemented with careless waves.

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30. Loose Half Up Braid with a Head Scarf. Jump on the latest trend and weave a chic silk accessory into your travel-ready half updo.

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There are plenty of absolutely stunning cute easy hairstyles for long hair and you deserve the best ones. Are you willing to try them all? Which one have you already pinned? Leave a comment below!