From braids to ponytails, every hairstyle looks so much cuter on your princess than it would on anyone else! And thanks to Instagram and other social media platforms, we have all become privy to some truly creative styles to deck our daughters, nieces, and younger sisters in. Professional hairstylist and founder of Just Bought It Hair, Laura Clark says, “Some kids do not like their hair touched or played with! I have found in my experience with younger children to put on a show or a distraction so you can finish the style before they notice. You do not need to use a lot of product with little girls’ hair. Just a little hair spray at the end if need be or gel if their hair is very curly.” Now, we cannot wait to get started! Keep scrolling to check out some of the cutest hairstyles for little girls. But first, find below some suggestions and tips to help you style your child’s hair to perfection.
Tips To Style Your Kid’s Hair
Since kids have delicate hair and scalp, steer clear of hair grooming products that contain harsh chemicals. As far as possible, go for natural alternatives, both for products as well as processes. If absolutely necessary, go for heat styling methods while using products that are not harmful to your kid. Double check the label for harmful ingredients and make sure they’re kid-friendly before using them on your little girl. Even the hair brushes, combs, etc., have to be soft so as to prevent breakage of hair and pain to your little one.
Now that we’ve listed out the precautionary measures, we can check out what hairdos your kid can sport. So, without further ado, let’s check out the list! Note: Before trying out any of the hairdos, make sure you shampoo your little girl’s hair, and let it air-dry. Also, comb through to remove any tangles. This will ensure that the hairstyle stays put for a longer time.
Top 52 Stylish Little Girls Hairstyles
1. Ponytail Splits
Say hello to your new everyday school hairstyle! An easy-to-do ponytail alternative that takes minimal time and effort to achieve. Looks super cute on little girls and is perfect for medium-length natural hair. What You Need How To Style
2. Princess Crown Braid With A Bun
One of the cutest hairstyles on this list, this hairstyle is perfect for formal and casual events. Cute crown braids with loose tendrils would bring out the natural charm of your kid’s face and keep the hair out of their eyes. What You Need
Rat tail comb Hair serum Wide toothed comb Hair ties Bobby pins
How To Style
3. Micro Braided Half-Tie
This is a very cute hairdo for your little girl. Two micro braids from each side of the head forming a half-tie at the back of the head. Perfect for occasions like a daytime birthday party, this hairdo can be paired up with a pretty white frock for the perfect look.
Hair elastics Decorative hair elastic Fine comb Curling rollers Olive oil
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4. Conch Braid With Ribbons
If you are looking for cute hairstyles for little girls then a flower girl hairdo will be perfect. The conch braid is fancy and hassle-free. Work it with colorful ribbons to make it more appealing! This hairdo is apt for summertime outings. • Ribbons • Decorative U pins • Fine comb • Bobby pins
5. Wispy Curly Bob
A simple yet adorably cute hairstyle for your baby girl. A bob with light wispy curls to enhance your little girl’s cherubic face. A curly bob is an easy and hassle free way to style your kid’s hair. Pair it up with a light summer dress and cuteness overload guaranteed! • Curling rollers • Paddle brush • Olive oil
6. Dense Cornrow With Ponytail
This hairdo works great on dense hair. If your girl’s hair is voluminous and richly textured, it can be styled into cornrows for an offbeat hairdo. This style is preppy and fun and will most certainly help your kiddo make her own style statement. Hence this is considered as one of the best hairstyles for little black girls. • Olive oil • Rat tail comb • Wax styling gel for kids • Small and big hair elastics • Fine comb
7. Loose Waves With Headband
A simple wavy hairdo for your little doll. Deck your baby up in loose waves and a big floral headband to get her to look her best. This hairdo is easy and perfect for occasions like birthday parties. • Curling rollers • Olive oil • Soft paddle brush • Floral headband
8. Side Braided Hairdo
Are you looking for braid styles for little girls? Then this simple and cheerful side braided hairdo will take your kiddo’s style quotient up a notch. Easy to create and hassle-free to carry, this hairdo will ensure that your kid doesn’t have to deal with stray strands of hair flying into her eyes or face. • Beaded hair tie • Fine comb
9. Side Half-Tie With A Bow Clip
A smart and trendy way to style your kid’s hair. It’s easy to create and when accessorized with a bow clip, further accentuates the cuteness quotient of the hairdo. This half-tie is also easy for your kid to carry since it’ll ensure that the hair wouldn’t fall onto the face or the forehead. • Curling rollers • Fine comb • Rat tail comb • Bow clip • Olive oil
10. Sectioned Rope Braids
Is your little girl a goofball? Then this is the perfect hairdo for her! These funky rope braids will definitely create a style niche for your kiddo and help her develop her own individual signature style. This hairdo is hassle-free and easy to create. You should definitely give this hairdo a try. • Soft paddle brush • Small hair elastics • Rat tail comb • Sectioning clips
11. Casual Waves With Pouf Half-Tie
Very casual and carefree, this is a hairdo that can be sported on a regular basis. The pouf and the waves add volume to the hairdo and the half-tie keeps the style hassle-free. You kid can freely enjoy and play around without being bothered about her hair getting messy! • Curling rollers • A small hair clutcher • Teasing comb • Soft paddle brush • Blow dryer
12. Regular Braid With A Side Braid
If your little girl has long and luscious locks, you should definitely try this one out. It is a classy hairdo which is very easy to create and comfortable to pull off. This hairdo is apt for more formal occasions since braids tend to give off more of a sophisticated vibe than a casual one. • Fine comb • Rat tail comb • Hair elastic • Paddle brush
13. Outward Waves With Floral Headband
A lovely and graceful hairdo for your little lady. Beautiful doesn’t even start to describe this hairdo. Pretty cascading waves paired with a big floral headband, this style looks straight out of a princess’ fairytale. • Curling rollers • Paddle brush • Big floral headband
14. Sleek High Ponytail
If your kid is more into no fuss, hassle-free hairdos, then this is the perfect style to opt for. Sleek and super quick to create, this hairdo is sure to impart a vibe of confidence in your little girl. This hairdo is perfect for summer afternoons. • Hair elastic • Fine comb
15. Curly Pigtails With Ribbons
An adorable hairdo for your little one. This hairdo brings the best of pigtails and curls together for your girl to look like a little princess. The ribbon bow hair-ties add to the cuteness quotient of the hairdo. • Ribbon bow hair-ties • Curling rollers • Rat tail comb • Hair elastics
16. Swirling Cornrow Pigtails
A funky and cool hairdo for your little goofball! This hairdo is high on fun and is great for casual outings. The cornrow pigtails also help your kid make a very distinct style statement. • Lots of small hair elastics • Rat tail comb • Two big hair elastics • Fine comb • Sectioning clips
17. Cute High Pigtails
Yet another pigtail hairdo for your little doll. Pigtails always impart a bubbly charm to kids. It’s a simple, cute style and easy to pull off. And this hairdo earns extra brownie points for the fact that it can be paired up with any wardrobe staple! Go ahead and try it. • Small hair elastics • Soft round brush • Rat tail comb • Fine comb
18. Braided High Buns
Fun buns! These braided buns will make your little girl look as adorable as adorable can get! Fun, hassle free, and uber cute, this hairdo will let your girl play her heart out without bothering about her long locks getting in the way! • Fine comb • Rat tail comb • Hair elastic • Small U pins
19. Tightly Curled Bob
Curls are always fun! Even more so if sported by little kids. This hairdo is cute and happening and oozes a lot of confidence. Bold curls like these are sure to help your kid make her own style statement. Since this hairdo involves heat styling, make sure you are very careful and gentle with your kid’s hair and use products that will prevent heat-induced damage to her hair. • Curling iron • Styling mousse for kids • Rat tail comb • Blow dryer • Soft paddle brush
20. Side Ponytail With Ribbon
Absolutely cute and adorable, this hairdo is sure to steal hearts. Simple and extremely easy to create and pull off, this hairdo imparts a very girly charm to your kid. Accessorise with a big bright ribbon hair-tie to add flair to the hairstyle. • A big ribbon • Fine comb • Rat tail comb • Hair elastic
21. Feathery Side Ponytail With Fringes
A chic way to style your kid’s hair! The side ponytail has a fine feathery texture to it. The fringe at the front adds to the cuteness quotient of the style. This is a quirky and smart hairdo for your kid to sport! • Fine comb • Decorative elastic hair-tie • Bobby pins
22. Pom-Pom Pigtails With Fringes
A vibrant and uber cute hairdo for your junior. That pigtails are hassle free and perfect for your kiddo is a well established fact. The pom pom hair-ties and the fringe add a fun element to the hairdo. • Pom pom hair-ties • Fine comb • Rat tail comb • Small hair elastics
23. Inverse Braided Side Buns
A more formal hairdo for your little one. This hairdo has braided buns at the sides of the head. It is neat, and easy to create. The no fuss hairdo also lets your girl enjoy without bothering about getting hair on her face or eyes. This is a cool hairstyle to opt for if your little girl has long hair! • Fine comb • Rat tail comb • Small hair elastics • U pins • Bobby pins
24. Wispy Bob With A Bow
A refreshing hairstyle for your kid. Cool and casual, and great for everyday styling, this hairdo will take your kid’s style quotient up by a notch. Accessorizing the hairdo with a cute decorative add-on like a bow clip will further increase its appeal. • Soft paddle brush • Curling rollers • A decorative bow clip • Rat tail comb
25. Long Side Parted Curls
A carefree and breezy hairdo for your princess! Who doesn’t love dense luscious curls? You can opt for a slightly unkempt and blown out effect for a more carefree appearance. This hairdo works best if your kid has long, dense tresses. • Curling iron • Styling mousse for kids • Blow dryer • Rat tail comb • Soft paddle brush
26. Ringlets With Floral Headband
Stylish to the core and extremely pretty, this hairdo is sure to get your little princess in limelight. Offbeat doesn’t even start to describe it. With coiled ringlets and a big floral headband, your kiddo is all set to steal the show with this hairdo! • Curling wand • Styling mousse for kids • Floral headband • Hairspray for kids • Fine comb • Rat tail comb • Bobby pins
27. Wavy Bob With Fringes
Bubbly and cheerful, this is a simple yet incredibly cute hairdo for your kiddo. Easy to create and pull off, this summer hairdo is perfect for a day out. To make the hairdo more appealing, accessorize it with a decorative add-on like a big, bright hair clip and you’re good to go! • Fine comb • Curling rollers
28. Half Pigtails With Fringes
Here comes one of the best hairstyles for little girls with short hair. Two tiny half pigtails with a fringe at the front! A playful hairdo that can be sported on a regular basis. It’s cute and extremely easy to manage. Take this style up by a notch by using multiple colorful hair elastics to tie the half pigtails. • Fine comb • Rat tail comb • Colorful hair elastics
29. Densely Curled High Pigtails
There’s nothing that could possible go wrong with this hairdo. The carefree style and the sheer volume of the hairdo make it a winner. Pair it with a vibrant summery wardrobe staple and your kid is ready to rock the world with her flamboyant style. This hairdo will work best if your kid has long, dense locks. • Curling rod • Hair elastics • Rat tail comb • Fine comb • Styling mousse for kids • Blow dryer • Teasing comb • Bobby pins • Hairspray for kids
30. Curly Short Pigtails
A funky and upbeat hairdo for your kiddo. If she has short dense kinky hair, this hairdo will suit her perfectly. This no fuss and hassle free hairdo will also help your kid make a fashion statement of her own. • Paddle brush • Curling rod • Hair elastics • Blow dryer • Wide toothed comb • Rat tail comb
31. Elegant Curly Layers
If you want to dress your girl up all prim and proper, this elegant hairdo will come in handy. With loose cascading curls from the crown, this layered hairdo is graceful and sure brings out the little lady in your daughter. • Curling iron • Fine comb • Styling mousse for kids • Rat tail comb • Blow dryer • Bobby pins • Light-hold hairspray for kids
32. Cute Loop Pigtails
Yet another funky hairdo for your little girl. The cute half looped high pigtails are simple, yet offbeat. They can be sported on a daily basis. Being hassle free, this hairdo is sure to become a favorite with your kid! • Fine comb • Rat tail comb • Hair elastics
33. Half-Tie With Fringe
A simple and charming hairdo for your little princess. Fairly easy to create and easier to pull off, this hairdo has a certain delicate charm to it. Team it up with a cute decorative accessory like a decorative hair elastic or Love In Tokyo hair-tie and watch your baby girl steal the show! This hairdo wins an extra brownie point since it can complement any wardrobe staple. • Fine comb • Blow dryer • Decorative hair elastic or Love In Tokyo hair-tie • Soft round brush • Rat tail comb
34. Casual Ballerina Bun With Flyaways
Ballerina buns needn’t be formal anymore. This casual ballerina bun with face framing fly-aways is a fun way to style your kid’s hair. It is easy to create and manage since it’s a hassle-free hairdo that allows your little one to goof around freely without worrying about her hair getting messy. The fly-aways add a casual touch to the hairstyle. • U pins • Hair elastics • Fine comb • A sock • Bobby pins
35. Medium Casual Layers With Fringes
That less is more is definitely true for this casual hairdo. It is a simple layered hairdo which can be sported on a daily basis. It imparts a casual street chic vibe to your little girl. This hairdo is a perfect example of how a hairdo needn’t be elaborate to make an impact. • Fine comb • Rat tail comb
36. Kinky Bob With A Slight Pouf
Kinky hair can be one of the best hair types little girls can have. They add volume to any hairdo and are always fun and hep. This kinky bob hairdo also has a slight pouf at the top of the crown which makes the hairdo look cuter. • Teasing comb • Rat tail comb • A decorative hair clip • Soft wide toothed comb
37. High Side Ponytail
This is a classy yet fun hairdo for your little kid to don. The high side ponytail with a few face-framing strands can let your kid make her own style statement. This hairdo also wins extra brownie points for being extremely easy to create and manage. This hairstyle will work best if your kid has long, straight hair. • Hair elastic • Fine comb • Rat tail comb
38. High Layered Side Ponytail
Yet another high side ponytail hairdo for your little one. This hairdo incorporates layers in the high ponytail, which makes it more fun. It also has tiny face framing bangs which fall onto the forehead and take the style of the hairdo up by a notch. • Hair elastic • Love In Tokyo hair-tie • Fine comb • Rat tail comb
39. Donut Ballerina Bun
Another ballerina bun hairdo for your little girl. This is a more neat and sophisticated version of a top knot for kids. It’s easy to create and hassle free to sport. If your kid has thin hair, you can use a small foam donut to create the hairdo, but if she’s naturally endowed with thick hair, you can give the donut a miss, since her hair is enough to create volume. • U pins • Foam donut • Fine comb • Hair elastic
40. Twin French Braids With A Ponytail
An offbeat and funky hairdo for your kid to sport. This hairstyle incorporates twin French braids into a neat ponytail at the nape of the neck. This is very simple and easy to create and pull off. Go ahead and give this one a try! Who knows your kid might just find her signature hairdo. • Fine comb • Rat tail comb • Hair elastic • Sectioning clips
41. Sectional Mini Braided Hairdo
This hairdo oozes spunk. After all, pulling off a hairstyle as offbeat as this is not everyone’s cup of tea. This style is fairly simple to create, and if done right, can serve as your kid’s own style niche. The mini braids ensure that there’s no disturbance because of loose hair falling onto her face. This hairdo will work best if your kid has straight long hair. To add more spark to it, you can also opt for many brightly colored small hair-ties to secure the hair.
Colorful small hair-ties Fine comb Rat tail comb Small sectioning clips
42. Elegant Layers With Pearly Headband
Elegant and classy, this hairdo is perfect for your kid if you’re dressing her up for a more formal occasion like a wedding or a reception. It is simple and graceful and is sure to bring out the little lady in your kid. The pearly headband only adds to the charm of this hairstyle • Soft round brush • Pearly headband • Styling mousse for kids • Blow dryer • Fine comb • Rat tail comb • Soft paddle brush
43. Fanned Out Loop Through Pigtails
Emo inspired and cute to the core, this spread out loop through pigtails hairdo is surely going to attract attention, for all the right reasons of course! Chic and trendy, this hairdo is also very easy to create and pull off! • Fine comb • Colorful hair elastics • Rat tail comb • Small hair elastics
44. Messy Top Knot
A messy up-do for your little goofball. This hairdo is casual and perfect to sport on a regular basis. It is easy and hassle-free to pull off and will ensure that your kid can play and move around freely without being bothered by the hair falling onto her face. Moreover, it also prevents her delicate hair from being damaged from dust and the like. • Small U pins • Fline comb • Hair elastic
45. Cascading Curly Layers
Trendy and inspired from Boho chic fashion, this cascading curls hairdo is surely going to make your kid look like a diva. Pair it up with a casual dress and cool accessories. You can also use add-ons for her hair like a decorative bow clip to up her style game. • Fine comb • Curling rod • Styling mousse for kids • Rat tail comb • Decorative hair clip
46. High French Pigtails
Another cute hairdo that brings together the elegance of French braids and the cuteness of pigtails. This is easy to create and carry. This hairdo also allows your kid to have a happy playtime since the hairdo doesn’t let any stray strands fall into her eyes or face. • Fine comb • Rat tail comb • Hair elastics
47. Smooth Layers With Floral Headband
This is a simple, yet adorable hairdo for your little princess. Perfect for a day out or for formal occasions. This hairstyle is graceful and adding an accessory like a floral headband only heightens the charm of the hairdo.
Floral elastic headband Soft paddle brush Blow dryer Rat tail comb
48. Tousled Curly Bob
Who doesn’t love curls? They’re bouncy and add definition to a hairdo. Curls are a great style to opt for when it comes to kids since curly hairdos tend to accentuate the playfulness of a look. This curly bob is a casual hairstyle to sport and the slightly tousled nature of the bob only takes the style quotient of the hairdo up by a notch. • Curling rod • Styling mousse for kids • Soft paddle brush • Rat tail comb
49. Side French Braid With Low Ponytail
Extremely fashionable and cute, this hairdo is adorable. The side French braid ending in a low ponytail is a no fuss hairstyle for your little girl. This hairdo works best if your kid has medium length thick hair. • Fine comb • Hair elastic • Love In Tokyo hair-ties
50. Tousled Wavy Tresses With Headband
A demure and classy hairdo for your little diva. This is an elegant and graceful hairdo which is apt for formal occasions. This hairdo works best if your kid had long and thick tresses that can be gracefully styled into gentle waves. Accessorize with a crystal headband for that extra charm. • Soft round brush • Blow dryer • Soft paddle brush • Rat tail comb
51. Curly Updo With Pouf
Yet another delicate hairdo for your little princess. This hairstyle brings together the beauty of curls and the pouf together. It is easy to create and hassle-free to manage. The long coiling side strand adds to the dainty charm of the hairdo. • Curling rollers • Teasing comb • Decorative hair clips • Rat tail comb • U pins • Hair elastics • Small bobby pins • Styling mousse
52. Side Low Ponytail With Pouf
A simple yet stylish hairstyle for your little girl. Easy as 1, 2, 3 to create and pull off, this hairdo wins extra points for being totally hassle free. This hairdo can be sported every day since it lets your kid enjoy and be carefree without worrying about messing her hair up. • Curling rod • Styling mousse for kids • Teasing comb • Rat tail comb • Small bobby pins • Fine comb • Hair elastic
Check out the following list of the top 8 cute hairstyles for little girls that you can try for the next party or school event.
