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21 Gorgeous Back-To-School Hairstyles You Will Want To Try

New School Year = A fresh start and a new look

Soon you will have one less thing to think about, and that is what you should do with your hair on the first day of school. I say that because this list will provide a wide range of hairstyles, from box braids to wigs. You should be able to leave this post with either a few hairstyles in mind or your definite new style.

Let’s begin with the first back-to-school hairstyle, a beautiful combo of box braids and cornrows.

1

Box Braids With Cornrows

Box Braids With Cornrows - Back-to-school hairstyle

Instagram: jerria_hair

Here is a trendy hairstyle with a stylish peekaboo of cornrows with box braids. If you are a fan of a deep side part, then this hairstyle is for you.  

2

Long Braided Low Ponytail

Long Braided Low Ponytail

Instagram: iamasiashauntai

Are you looking for a clean and simple style? If so, this braided low ponytail will be a perfect back-to-school hairstyle. 

3

Short Passion Twists

Short Passion Twists

Instagram: mandy_jacobz

Sometimes short hairstyles are the way to go because your hair isn’t always in the way. This hairstyle is cute, clean, and simple and would be a great look to start the year. 

4

Body Wave Wig

Body Wave Wig

Instagram: temerajayofficial

Give a little glamor with a body wave wig. A different back-to-school hairstyle if you are looking for something that is not braided. 

5

Long Stitch Braids and a Braided Heart

Long Stitch Braids and a Braided Heart - Back-to-school hairstyle

Instagram: hairbytia_

Add a little style and flare to your stitch braids by adding a shape. It’s a cute way to make a simple hairstyle pop.

6

Goddess Box Braids with Triangle Parts

Goddess Box Braids with Triangle Parts

Instagram: mystylezz_

There is just something mesmerizing about goddess box braids. The triangle parts also bring a special something to the hairstyle. 

7

Braided Pigtails and Curls

Braided Pigtails and Curls

Instagram: _braidedbeauty

This is a cute back-to-school hairstyle to try for your inner girly girl. You can also turn this hairstyle into braided curly space buns. 

8

Bubble Braids

Bubble Braids

Instagram: marilia.oliveira_

Have some fun with your hair, and give bubble braids a try. A pretty hairstyle that requires a lot of rubber bands, but the end result is worth it. 

9

Large Senegalese Twists

Large Senegalese Twists - Back-to-school hairstyle

Instagram: hairspiration_naija

In my opinion, large twists seem to give off a sophisticated and well-educated feel. A perfect look for a back-to-school hairstyle.  

10

Water Wave Bob Wig

Water Wave Bob Wig

Instagram: tunefulhair_official

There is always time to choose curly hair. A pretty and thick curly bob is the go-to style for something noticeable. 

11

Stitch Braids Into a High Ponytail

Stitch Braids Into a High Ponytail

Instagram: dubydarie_

The neatness and the height are what this hairstyle is all about. Here is another hairstyle that gives you a two-in-one because you can easily make it a stitched braided bun.

12

Large Goddess Box Braids

Large Goddess Box Braids

Instagram: medusa.studioo

No matter the size of the goddess box braids, the hairstyle will always be gorgeous. You get the best of both worlds – curls and braids. 

13

Fulani Braids with Beads

Fulani Braids with Beads - Back-to-school hairstyle

Instagram: dsrhair

A beautiful back-to-school hairstyle that allows you to switch it up – however you want.  

14

Criss Cross Locs

Criss Cross Locs

Instagram: styledbyju_

Did you decide to get faux locs? If so, you can dress them up by twisting them and wrapping up the ends. You can say your style is faux locs/individual locs.

15

Straight Back Stitch Braids

Straight Back Stitch Braids

Instagram: tooneystylez

You can keep it clean, neat, and simple for your back-to-school hairstyle. Styling your hair in cornrows brings more attention to your face and sense of style. 

16

Straight Wig

Straight Wig

Instagram: mnk._hair

Another cute and simple style. Sometimes you don’t need to start with a bold hairstyle – but one that is easy to deal with.

17

Long Soft Locs

Long Soft Locs - Back-to-school hairstyle

Instagram: styledbyju_

Soft locs are such a pretty style no matter the length, but when the locs are long, the hair toss gives off so much drama.

18

Marley Twist Bob

Marley Twist Bob

Instagram: reshy_ib

Another version of twists, but with a specific type of hair – Marley hair. This hair has more texture and volume, making the twists appear thicker and more natural. 

19

Half Braided Half Sew-In

Half Braided Half Sew-In

Instagram: jmkshair

Can’t choose between cornrows and a sew-in, then why not have both. With this style, you get stitch braids, the trendy criss cross rubber band pattern, and pretty curly hair in the back.  

20

Braided Low Bun

Braided Low Bun

Instagram: braidenvy_

A pretty and neat style. A great choice as a back-to-school hairstyle.   

21

Butterfly Locs

Butterfly Locs - Back-to-school hairstyle

Instagram: x.tensionz

Are you looking for something that is not too neat and plain but gorgeous? As you can see, butterfly locs is what your future style should be.

After seeing all these beautiful hairstyles, you should have more clarity on what kind of hairstyle you want, or you are very close to choosing one. A new school year is the perfect time to sample a different style. One of those hairstyles can be your fresh start to your new look. 

Out of the 21 back-to-school hairstyles, which style are you considering the most? If you have one in mind, let us know in the comments.

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