Festival season is right around the corner, and you know what that means: it’s time to start planning your lineup of show-stopping hairstyles. Whether you’re dancing under the sun or vibing under the stars, your hair needs to keep up with every beat. The key? Easy styles that last all day (and night) with minimal touch-ups. And with Sitting Pretty’s Halo extensions, achieving festival-ready hair has never been easier.
This season, we’re seeing a mix of nostalgic nods, effortless glam, and bold statement looks. From thick headbands to snatched ponies, here are the five biggest festival hair trends to have on your radar.
Festival Hair Trends
1. Thick Headbands
Thick, 90s-style headbands are making a major comeback, and they’re the ultimate festival hack. Not only do they add a retro-chic vibe to your look, but they also help keep sweaty, second-day hair looking fresh.
How to achieve it:
- Start with your natural texture or create soft waves by braiding damp hair and sleeping in them overnight. We love a heat-free technique, especially during festival season!
- Slip on a wide headband in a bold color or fun pattern.
- If you’re rocking The Halo, make sure the wire’s secured in place before putting on the headband for a seamless look.
- Bonus: Use a little dry shampoo at the roots for extra volume and hold.
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2. Jawline Bob
Short hair, don’t care! The jawline bob is the cool-girl cut of the season, perfect for those who want a chic yet low-maintenance festival style. This cut gives off effortless confidence and pairs perfectly with bold accessories.
How to achieve it:
- If you already have short hair, enhance your natural texture with some lightweight styling mousse or texture spray. Got frizz? Embrace them because they look so good on a jawline bob!
- For those with thin or fine hair, cut The Halo to the same length as your hair and add some pomade on the ends to give it texture and movement.
- Pair your hair with oversized sunglasses and statement earrings to complete the vibe.
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3. Lots of Layers
Lived-in, tousled layers are the epitome of cool girl hair. This trend is all about adding movement and texture to your hair, creating a relaxed yet styled appearance.
How to achieve it:
- Start by applying a sea salt spray or texturising spray to damp hair.
- Let your hair air-dry for a natural wave, or braid it overnight for extra definition.
- Use The Halo to add volume and more layers, blending them seamlessly with your natural hair.
- Flip your hair upside down and shake it out for that undone, festival-perfect look.
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4. Snatched Ponies
If you love a sleek, high-impact look, the snatched ponytail is for you. It’s polished, stays in place all day, and gives major model-off-duty energy.
How to achieve it:
- Brush your hair up into a high ponytail and secure it tightly with an elastic.
- Wrap a small section of hair around the base of the pony to hide the elastic and secure it with a bobby pin.
- Add The Halo around the ponytail for extra length and fullness.
- Use a strong-hold gel or hairspray to smooth down flyaways for a clean, sculpted finish.
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5. Side Fringes
Side-swept bangs are making a comeback, adding a soft and romantic touch to festival hairstyles. Unlike the side bangs of the 00s, this modern version works with any hair length and gives a pretty, face-framing effect.
How to achieve it:
- If you don’t have bangs, fake it by styling a deep side part and sweeping a front section of hair across your forehead.
- Secure with a bobby pin or tuck it behind your ear for a relaxed, effortless feel.
- Add The Halo for extra volume, making the look even more dynamic.
- Finish with a light mist of hairspray to keep everything in place without looking stiff.
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Heat-Free Festival Hair Hacks
1. Secure Your Halo with Hidden Pins
Festivals can get wild, so make sure your Halo stays put by securing the weft with small pins in the same colour as your hair.
2. Fake a Thicker Ponytail
Want that voluminous, bouncy ponytail? Clip your Halo upside down at the nape of your neck before pulling your hair into a high pony. This creates the illusion of a fuller, longer ponytail in seconds.
3. Create Boho Waves Without Heat
For effortless, heat-free waves, braid your hair, and The Halo, before hitting your bed. When you wake up, undo the braids and shake out the waves for a natural, festival-ready style.
4. Use Texture Spray to Blend Extensions
If your natural hair and The Halo have different textures, spray a texturising mist where they meet. This will help them blend seamlessly and add grip to keep everything in place.
On the other hand, if the heat is making your natural hair wavier, you can always braid The Halo, lightly mist it with hairspray, and wait for it to set before wearing it.
5. Wrap Hair Accessories Around Your Halo
Take your festival look to the next level by wrapping beads, ribbons, metallic threads, or other types of accessories around small sections of your hair. This adds a fun, bohemian vibe without damaging your natural hair.
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Get Festival Ready with Sitting Pretty Halo Hair Extensions
Festival hair should be fun, effortless, and long-lasting—and with these trends and styling hacks, you’ll be turning heads all weekend long. Whether you’re rocking a thick headband, tousled layers, or a snatched pony, Sitting Pretty Halo Hair is your go-to for adding volume, length, and versatility to any festival look.
Ready to level up your festival hair game? Get your Halo today and let your hair do the talking!