Alright, curl friends, summertime is here, and that means festival season is in full swing. Now, although the music and concerts are the main focus, this is also your chance to embrace some bold and stylish hairstyles. Whether you’re planning to sing your heart out at a Beyoncé concert or dance up a storm at an Afrobeat festival, a gorgeous hairdo is the perfect accessory to bring to the show. Which is why we’re here to give you some ideas. In this article, we’ve got a selection of some flawless festival hairstyles for all curly hair types. Keep scrolling to see our top picks.
1) Bantu Knots With Side Bangs
Bantu knots are a seriously cool and chic hairstyle that will make you stand out at any festival. They not only look good but will keep your hair out of the way while you have fun. Just make sure to apply a generous amount of Sofnfree's Curl Elongating Gel to keep the knots sleek.
2) Chunky Plaits
Want a protective style you can do at the last minute? Opt for chunky Plaits elevated with hair accessories. When doing this hairstyle, you'll need to make sure the hair is well moisturised and slicked down with our Manuka Honey Leave-in Conditioner and a little bit of the Twist & Braid Gel.
3) High Bun With Side Bangs
If you prefer a simple and chic hairstyle, go for a loose bun with braided bangs. You do not need to worry too much about keeping this hairstyle sleek if you're in a rush; just apply some of our Coconut Oil Curling Crème and smooth down the final look with the Curling Mousse.
4) Half Up Half Down Space Buns
Space buns styled into a half-up, half-down look are a stunning hairstyle that is perfect for festivals. You can add more flair to this look by incorporating hair accessories, but it looks flawless on its own. Just be sure to moisturise and define your hair with our Manuka Honey Leave-in and our Flaxseed Oil & Rosewater Gel.
5) Half Up Half Down Wash N Go
For those with short hair, this version of the half-up half-down is perfect. It shows off your curls but also keeps your hair out of your face so you can have a good time. It is best to do this hairstyle on freshly washed hair, so be sure to cleanse and condition with our Hydration Shampoo and Moisture Rich Conditioner first. Then, define and moisturise your curls with our Curl Activating Smoothie and Curl Elongating Gel.
6) Bubble Braid Pigtails
This pigtail version of bubble braids is a fun and stylish festival hairstyle for curly hair. You can use a little bit of our Curling Mousse when creating this hairstyle to make your curls pop.
7) Cornrow Knots
This is one stunning hairstyle you can wear to a festival and any occasion afterwards. It is so elegant, fun, and perfect for beating the summer heat. You'll need to use our Twist & Braid Gel to achieve these sleek cornrows, but it is also important to moisturise with a leave-in conditioner before braiding.
8) Scarf Updo
Colourful scarves are a staple summer accessory you can incorporate into your festival hair for a chic boho look. This hairstyle is very low effort, just pull your hair up and secure it with a cute scarf.
Whether you’re rocking a protective style or putting your curls on full display, festival season is the time to go bold and get creative with your hairdo. No matter what outfit or makeup you’re going for, you can complete your look with any of the hairstyles in this post.