Spring break might be here, but is your hair ready? No matter where you’re going, we’ve got a lewk for that. Headed to Hollywood? Here’s how the local stars do it. New Mexico bound? Catch these Georgia O’Keefe vibes. Going anywhere with a beach? Behold the best in international sun-kissed. Our definitive geographic inspo guide is below, with the best styles from Texas to Thailand and everywhere in between. Spring break hair is just a plane ride and some new product away.
Straight Stands and a Boater
Wherever you go, consider the ghd Gold Styler, $199 your ultimate travel companion—the super light hot tool straightens, curls, and fits in your beach bag. And don't forget to protect your locks - a boater hat does wonders (and makes mama proud).
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Beach Braided Bun
Is there anything more IG worthy than braids on the beach? Beads add even more oomph.
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Natural Hair Vibes
Rock your natural hair when you're on Spring Break–there's no faking it here.
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Go Rosegold
Rose gold adds standout dimension to shorter locks. Whatever style you sport, don’t forget your hoops
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Dramatic Side Sweep
For maximum beach babe drama, go for a deep side part. How deep is too deep? The limit does not exist.
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Messy Mid Pony
Leave pieces out from your pony to get that perfectly imperfect, lowkey calle ocho look.
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Neon Pink
Shine bright like a hot pink diamond. Cool girl pink strands are all you need to catch that cutie's eye on spring break.
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Ballerina Bun
Pull it up but leave your baby hairs out. This ultra-cool Cali girl style will take you from the beach to out dancing.
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Casual Pony
A ponytail is always a great look, especially because it’s so utilitarian. Hair is out of the way so you can devote your full attention to pizza.
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Dark Brown
Be mysterious with long, dark, straight strands.
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Bubblegum Pink
Channel your inner Kim Kardashian West Bubblegum pink + that flash tho = c’est magnifique!
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Chic Chapeau
You might be mistaken for a Parisian when you rock these bangs, casually topped with the chicest chapeau this side of the Marais. Don't want to commit to the chop? Try clip in's!
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Piece-y
Keep hair undone, piece-y and off your face if you’re going for avant-garde beauty.
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Blues the Hue
If a blue hair bob doesn’t get you ready for festival season, what will? The best part is that you can wash it out in time for your next class—try Splat 30 Wash No Bleach Formula in Midnight Indigo, $10.99
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Sleek Center
Georgia O’Keefe vibes are yours with slightly off-center gelled back hair that is doubly face framing. We like Aveda confixor™ Liquid Gel, $21
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One Side Braid
A one-side braid does wonders, especially when hair is strategically pulled out for depth and draamaaa.
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Poolside Headband
A hairband adds chic poolside—we can’t get enough of this does-it-all accessory, especially when it’s just too hot.
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Slicked Back
A casual, sleek up-do is everything while sailing the Bahamian blue seas.
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Wild Curls
It’s a moody vibe every night on Spring Break, let those curls roam free.
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Tres Chic
Staying Slaying in the French Quarter? Say no more because that beret isn’t going to wear itself.
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Nature Girl
Keep hair practical if you're going into the wild for your spring getaway—you’ll probably go on at least one hike. Make sure to pack your fave dad hat and leave hair wavy.
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Earthy
Feeling like an earth mother goddess? If not, just add extensions.
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Snatched
Kick your ponytail up a knotch and unleash your inner glamazon in piece.
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Platinum Blonde
You don’t have to try too hard to achieve the perfect platinum—and the blonder the better! Keep strands light AF using Oribe Bright Blonde Shampoo for Beautiful Color, $46
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Messy Topknot
Tie your tired strands in a messy topknot and go... to brunch? dancing? laying out by the pool? The choice is yours.
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Blunt Bob
Center part your lob and mist your waves—everywhere you go is a photo op.
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Free Spirit
Let your curls be wild. To keep under control in the humidity we recommend IGK Sold Out Curl Priming Basecoat, $27
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Rooty
Stay sun-kissed—grown out roots are chic and totes appropriate for vacay.
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Half-Up
Step 1: Tie hair into a half-up, half-down style. Step 2: Braid the pony. Step 3: Circle your braid into a bun. Step 4: Enjoy Spring Break!
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Headed to the 305? Mane Masters tell us how they style in Miami, HERE.
