20 Long Hairstyles For All Your Long Hair Inspiration
Whether it's Bella's naturally boob-skimming lengths or a simple XXL plait, this is all the long hairstyle inspiration you need.
Long hair - it's the elusive hairstyle almost all of us have tried to achieve at one time or another and it's still having a moment.
'It’s safe to say long hair is making a comeback,' says A-list hairstylist and OUAI founder, Jen Atkin. 'For longer lengths, you want to be sure to ask your stylists for face-framing layers. This way, the cut is flattering for your face and you can wear it up with some tendrils around the hairline.'
Considered the epitome of traditional beauty, long, luscious hair (flowing locks are optional) isn't always an option for those of us who can't grow it past our shoulders. But for those lucky few whose hair actually grows (or for the hair extension fans out there), we've rounded up the best long hairstyle ideas you'll want to try ASAP.
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Read on for the best long hairstyles...
Mermaid Lengths
Hair this long is a style in and of itself. Tousle XXL lengths with a loose boho wave for a chic, just-rolled-out-of-bed look.
Single Statement Plait
Make a statement with an XXL ponytail.
Colourful Extensions
Go halves on an electric blue do' to add serious interest to long raven locks.
Half-Up Half-Down
A graphic metal and leather hair slides gives a classic half-up half-down 'do a modern twist.
The Micro Bang
Add a geometric brow-skimming micro fringe to instantly elevate a one-length style.
Windswept Lengths
Use a salt spray to get that gritty, next day texture that looks seriously cool.
Rapunzel Pigtails
Pigtails have shaken off their Wednesday Addams reputation for SS20 with Dior's woven face-framing plaits.
Just Add A Bucket Hat
The ultimate easy breezy festival hair, just add a bucket hat for ultimate summer vibes.
Cute Accessories
Adorn loose long waves with a chunky dutch plait and a golden crown for the prettiest way to wear your long hair this season.
Finger Waves
Go for a modern take on a classic 20s finger wave with messy longer lengths.
Add A Twist
Nothing looks healthier than long, luscious shiny hair with a sculptural twist.
Get Your Curl On
Curly hair doesn't have to be shoulder length - go for boob-grazing twists and tendrils instead.
Go Big Or Go Home
When it comes to long curly hair, bigger is better.
Old Money Waves
Long side swept, super smooth waves look perfectly polished.
Wet Look Waves
Keep your long hair looking majorly healthy with a dose of shine spray. Load it on for a runway-ready wet look effect.
Leather Tied Ponytail
If a regular old ponytail feels a bit done, give your long hair a fashion week-worthy update with a leather cord in place of your usual hair tie.
Wedding Hair Accessories
There's no denying that long hair can look totally romantic. Up the dreamy feeling with sprigs of baby's breath and scattered white ribbons.
Crimped Out
Give a nod to this year's obsession with crimping with super smooth roots and ends and a close crimped middle section.
Mid Length
If mermaid long hair isn't for you, collarbone grazing lengths look just as chic.
George Driver was the former Senior Beauty Editor - Digital at ELLE UK.
Chloe Woodland is the Group Beauty Assistant at , , and , working across print and digital features. She’s worked in the industry for two years, beginning her career writing for trade publications and Professional Beauty. When she’s not demystifying the science behind growing your hair, gathering the best make-up products of all time or investigating buzzy skincare ingredients, you’ll most likely find her rewatching Modern Family for the thousandth time or trying to tame her two working cockers (who’ve never worked a day in their lives).
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