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EASY HAIRSTYLES FOR BUSY WOMEN

October 10, 2015 by Carisa

Hairstyles for busy women from Messes to Memories

Having 3 kids is a lot of work! I love it. But it is super crazy. I am constantly going, going, going and I rarely have a good length of time to do my hair. I have been looking for some easy and quick hair-dos for myself since I don’t have a ton of time to do my hair these days! I might be late to this party, but I have come across some really great hair tutorials that are making my life a whole lot easier! Plus, it is so fun to try new hairstyles out.

Easy and gorgeous hairstyles for busy women from Messes to Memories

I definitely prefer achieving a more sophisticated and pretty look than just throwing my hair up into a plain old pony tail! So here are some easy, fun and gorgeous hairstyles for busy women.

1. The Knotted Bun

This is definitely a look that you could wear to a very special occasion, but it is actually very easy to pull off. Tutorial from Once Wed.

Knotted Bun


 

2. Braided Twist

Twist Me Pretty has this great tutorial for 3 Easy Hairstyles including this beautiful Braided Twist. I love these looks!!

Braided Twist


 

3. Simple Braid

Easy do, right?? And it looks nice too!

Simple Braid


 

4. Half Up Twist

If you can handle your hair on your neck in the summer heat, this is a fun little half-up twist.

Half Up Twist


 

5. Easier Than It Looks Up-Do

Look at this up-do… looks gorgeous, right? But just like the name says, it is totally easier than it looks. Get some great tips from The Small Things Blog on how to create a gorgeous look really quick!

Chignon


 

6. Tuck and Cover Fishtail Braid

I love the use of headband in this fun up-do! Missy-Sue shares an awesome tutorial.

Tuck and Cover Fishtail


 

7. 10 Minute Top Knot

This is the easiest hair-do for long hair! I love the instructions.

Messy Bun


 

8. Elegant Pulled Back Do

Want to keep your hair out of your face but still look sophisticated? A great hair-do for an active woman! How easy is this?? Check out this and 5 more easy do’s for active women from Refinery 29.

Pulled Back Hair Style


 

9. Triple Twisted Pony Tail

The coolest looking ponytail that I’ve seen today!! Details from Twist Me Pretty.

Twisted Pony Tail


 

10. Messy Braided Bun

I just stumbled upon a treasure. The Small Things Blog has a plethora of cute hairstyles with tutorials to boot!! I love messy buns, but braids definitely make it a little more fun!

Messy Braided Bun


 

11. The Gibson Tuck

You can accomplish this look with long and short hair! The Gibson Tuck is elegant and easy. Perfect combo!

Gibson Tuck


 

12. Messy Fishtail Braid

I’ve never been able to pull off the messy hairstyles because I’m too OCD to do a messy style on purpose! However, I’m loving how beautiful this fishtail braid is! There is definitely beauty in imperfection.

Messy Fishtail Braid


 

13. Easy Headband Up-Do

Super easy headband up-do. This one is perfect for hot summer days and especially great for the second or third day! Tutorial from Moda Mama. Check it out!

Easy Hairdo


 

14. Side Braid Pony Tail

I love this casual look and it is super easy to pull off! Thanks to Hair Romance for the tutorial!

Side Braid


 

15. Woven Pony Tail

Tired of the same old plain pony tail, check out this sophisticated Woven Ponytail from Twist Me Pretty.

Woven Pony Tail


 

16. Curled Waterfall Braid

This braid will help you pull your hair off your face. I’m sure this look would work for short hair too!

Waterfall Braid


 

17. Celtic Knot

A half up-do that gets your hair off your face but still lets you show off some wavy curls. This Celtic Knot is so fun!

Celtic Knot


 

18. Side Messy Bun

Another braided bun… This one is perfect on the side! Make-up Wearables has this style, plus two other fun braided up-dos. Super cute!!

Messy Side Bun


 

19. French Braid Pony Tail

You can probably tell that I love the use of braids to make a look more exciting and sophisticated! This is a great tutorial from Missy-Sue on how to get the perfect French Braid Pony Tail.

French Braid Pony Tail


 

20. Low Chignon

The Small Things Blog pulls off this beautiful up-do with a great tutorial. I want this look!

Chignon


 

21. The Perfect Pony Tail

And last but not least, I think this might actually be the perfect pony tail from the Beauty Department.

Perfect Pony Tail

I’m definitely loving some of these new do’s. Hope you love them too!

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  1. Chelsea @ Life With My Littles says

    October 13, 2015 at 3:29 pm

    These are all so pretty! And they are making me want to grow my hair back out!!

    • Carisa says

      October 13, 2015 at 7:49 pm

      I know! So much inspiration, I can’t wait till my hair gets longer and I can try some of these out!

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