Top knots and buns are the likely go-to hairstyle to keep those lovely strands out of your face. However, we all know wearing the same style again and again can get old, so we’re revisiting the trusty half-up, half-down ‘do to give your hair a fresh new look. Plus, sometimes a high bun or ponytail can really stress out your scalp. These sweet half up styles allow you to get creative with braids, twists, and more. They also won't tug on your precious locks while keeping things together. Try out one of these easy half up, half down hairstyles to wear to work, to hang with friends, or even for a wedding. Get ready to try these amazing hairstyles that are totally hot for spring.
Half Up Claw Clip Braid
First, braid the upper section of your hair into a single braid. Then use your go-to claw clip to hold it in a cute bun!
Wrap-Around Halo Braids
Wrap-around halo braids will frame your face perfectly. This hairstyle works for long or short hair lengths!
Mini Braids Half Up Bun
Intertwine some small braids into the top section of your hair, then style a half up half down bun to bring it all together.
Tiny Ponytails for Half Up Hairstyle Volume
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Make a few small ponytails high on your crown, then feed each one through the other to add some volume to your half up hairstyle.
Half Up Sectioned Hair with Butterfly Clips
Nostalgia is calling with this super cute half up hairstyle! Section each upper half of your hair into tiny ponytails, then freestyle with butterfly clips (the best throwback hair accessory) all throughout your locks for an easy and summery look.
Half Up Half Down Bubble Braids
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Bubble braids aren't exactly braids, which is why we love them. You can show off your cute half up hair-do with less effort than real braiding would, so it's super easy for anyone to achieve.
Half Up Hairstyle with Flipped Ends
Tie everything together in a high half-ponytail to get this super 70's look. Style the flipped out ends using a curler or hair straightener! (via Delaney Childs)
Half Up Feed In Braids with Beads
Feed-in braids always look lovely in a half up hairstyle. Leave them as they are, or add some hair beads on the ends for a fun pop of color!
Half Up Hairstyle with Ribbon
This quick and easy half up hairstyle requires one ponytail holder and a bow. It's a super cute style for dressing up, or keeping things casual.
Baby Space Buns
Tie up two even space buns for your half up hair! It'll get the hair out of your face, while still being super adorable.
High Half Pony with Tiny Braids
Leave two front strands of hair out to form small braids on each side of your face, then slick back a high, half up pony for an easy going out hairstyle.
Half Up Twist
Leave this half up twist super loose for a comfy workday hairstyle, or pull it back tight, and slick your hair down for a more put-together look. (via Cute Girls Hairstyles)
Slicked Back Half Up Half Down Ponytail
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This half up hairstyle is super easy. Grab a ponytail holder and some hair gel to slick back the top half of your hair, and you're ready to go! You can style the lower half of your hair with heat, or leave it as is.
Criss-Cross Half Up Hairstyle
This criss-cross hair look is as easy as popping a few bobby pins in your hair, then setting the 'do with some hairspray. (via Lulus)
Half Up Pigtails with Clips
For a flirty half up hairstyle to sport this season, try tying up a few half up pigtails, then decorate with butterfly clips!
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