Do you remember when, as a child, you looked forward to, among other exciting things, getting your hair done in a new hairstyle for the holidays? Well, if you’re a parent or a guardian to a child now, you can agree that your little one is also looking forward to a cute hairstyle for the holiday. It can be daunting trying to determine whether you want an elaborate or simple style that helps ring in the holidays without breaking your arm. Should you opt for lots of sparkle and curls or go for braids and ribbons? Just in case you were wondering where to start from, we’ve gathered some kid-friendly holiday season hairstyles to inspire you.
1. BRAIDED CRISSCROSS PUFF PONYTAILS
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This hairstyle will ring in the holiday season with its X-pattern neatly arranged on the head and livened by little elastic bands of various colors.
2. ALL BACK WITH WAVE PART
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This straight-back hairstyle includes a distinct wave that takes the hairstyle to the next level.
3. FULANI BOHO BRAIDS
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I love this hairstyle because not only does it make a great back-to-school hairstyle, but it is also holiday-friendly, especially if your family is taking a vacation. You don’t want to be bothered with having to style your daughter’s hair daily. Attach colorful butterfly clips and ribbons to it to elevate it to a holiday season hairstyle.
4. HALF CRISS CROSS BUN
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Buns have no age limit, and this half bun with the crisscross braids results in the perfect holiday look.
5. PIGTAILS TWIST OUT
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Twistouts never have to be boring, and like this one, you can part your child’s hair into two, add some ribbons, and get a holiday look rolling.
6. STAR PART AND SINGLE TWISTS
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Take that single twist look from ordinary to super gorgeous by cutting up a star part in the middle of the head.
7. CURLY AFRO WITH HALF CORNROWS
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An effortless slay for a baby girl, this look involves creating intricate designs of heart cornrows that cross over each other and stop just before the middle of the head while the rest of the hair is purposely left in a curly Afro.
8. LONG PONYTAIL
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If your child is getting her hair braided, then this long ponytail with bangs may just be a great option for her.
9. STAR PART BUBBLE BRAIDS
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Bubble braids always make a good holiday hairstyle, with a star part adding the right flair.
10. TWISTED RUBBER BAND UPDO
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With creativity, regular twists can be upgraded to a cute holiday-inspiring hairstyle.
11. SILK PRESS
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A silk press is a one-holiday hairstyle that can easily be done at home. With your blowdryer and straightener, voila, you’re ready to create magic.
12. TOP KNOT STITCH BUN
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Another type of bun for your child’s holiday hairstyle is the stitch bun with its pronounced stitch partings and the top held up in a scrunchie and large beads.
13. HALF-CORNROWS BUBBLE BRAIDS
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Always a delightful hairstyle, bubble braids, and half cornrows adorned in butterfly clips will give all the holiday vibes needed.
14. CROSS OVER DOUBLE PONYTAILS
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This is one creative way to switch up a ponytail look, and your little girl will feel so confident in this hairstyle.
15. HALF BANTU KNOTS, HALF BUBBLE BRAIDS
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If there’s a hairstyle combo for kids that always hits the mark, it’s this one. Accessorizing it further with colorful hair clips adds to its holiday vibes.
What kid-friendly holiday styles do you plan to create this season? If you want to restock your shelves this season, check out our article on the Most Popular Kids’ Curly Hair Products of 2023.