Style Hair 13 Quick And Easy Hairstyles To Know If You're Always Running Late These easy hairstyles work even if your hair is almost completely dry shampoo. By Kaitlyn Yarborough Kaitlyn Yarborough Part of the Southern Living team since 2017, Kaitlyn Yarborough is a Georgia native living in Austin, Texas, who covers a wide variety of topics for both the magazine and website, focusing on culture and lifestyle content, as well as travel in the South. Southern Living's editorial guidelines Updated on October 10, 2023 Trending Videos Close this video player Photo: @kayleymelissa On any given morning, it feels like we're fighting an uphill battle to get everything done and ourselves out the door on time. Between workouts, meal prep, and pre-work errands—maybe a few kids sprinkled in the mix—it's not surprising that hair gets lost in the shuffle. (Sometimes, it's also because we just hit the snooze button more times than we'd like to admit.) But we've rounded up 13 easy hairstyles that take only as long as making a cup of coffee or brushing your teeth. To us, that's about as doable as it gets. The trick is all in simple and strategic moves: A braid here, a fun barrette there. You can take a basic hairstyle and turn it into a weekday stunner in seconds. Whether gearing up for a big presentation, after-work drinks with the girls, or date night, these 'dos are here to help. Don't let the fear of tardiness get in the way of feeling ready to take on the day with a cute ponytail, bun, or braid. Here are 13 quick and easy hairstyles you can do even when you're running late. 01 of 13 Half-Up Braid Laurenconrad.com A braid goes a long way when upgrading a simple style like this basic half-up. You can pull this off easily, and bring attention to your style while also revealing more of your beautiful face. Achieve more of a seamless look by carefully pulling a piece of hair from beneath your braid and wrapping it around your hair tie. 02 of 13 Half-Up Topknot @brittsully Add a touch of gold to your two-second top knot with a fun metal bun cuff. There are other accessories that might work in this instance, as well. Consider styling using a clawclip that will give a bit of a messy edge to your look. 03 of 13 Scarf Bun @thisislaurendavis Since nothing beats a simple, throw-together low bun, try wrapping it in a silk scarf for the ultimate hair moment. You have the opportunity here to go totally seasonal, and choose what will suit the theme of the outdoors. On the other hand, if you're in a hurry, what's your favorite "all-season" scarf? 04 of 13 Easy Half-Up Style @ashleyantoinebeauty It doesn't get more beginner-friendly than a classic half-up. Seal it all with a fun accessory, and you've put yourself together in just seconds. As far as easy hairstyles go, this has broad appeal. 05 of 13 Easy Perky Ponytail @kayleymelissa Say hello to your second-day hair savior. Spray those locks with some dry shampoo for volume and hold-ability, sweep your hair up into a high ponytail, wrap the base with a strand of hair to cover the elastic, and accessorize with a barrette (or two). Shop similar barrettes here, and find the tutorial here. 06 of 13 Clipped Side Braid Laurenconrad.com This style starts with a Dutch braid, then layers it with bar clips. You can switch out for a regular or French braid if you prefer. Dressing the braid up with a subtle touch of ribbon brings extra attention to your lovely locks. Find the tutorial here. 07 of 13 Inside-Out Ponytail @hairbyshaylee/@ninezeroone If you're unfamiliar with the inside-out braid, it's time to get acquainted. A basic ponytail goes from blah to brilliantly styled with just one extra step. This look can take you from a work meeting to an evening hang-out with ease. Find the tutorial here. 08 of 13 Baby Clips @scunci Mix and match baby clips to pin back one side of your hair, Old Hollywood-style. These clips resurface over and over as a trend. We declare them a timeless choice to dress up your 'do. Find a neutral set of these baby clips here. 09 of 13 Wrapped Pixie @chrisjones_hair Pixie cuts can get in on the action, too. Ramp up the volume and seal it with a headband wrap for instant style. Including textiles when tackling easy hairstyles is a very personal reflection of your own vibe. Shop a similar headband here. 10 of 13 Curly Topknot @scunci Let those curls do the work. Pull your spirals up high and secure them into an effortless bun. Accessorize with these affordable barrettes and bobby slides to make it even more occasion-worthy. Bringing a little sparkle never hurts. 11 of 13 Quick Side Barrette @ashleyantoinebeauty Every Southern girl loves her pearls, and we can also put them in our hair. Some accessories will always be considered classic, and placing elegant bling into our tresses is so alluring. Consider semi-precious jewels just for this purpose. Shop an affordable set of pearl barrettes here. 12 of 13 Undone Bun @kristin_ess Is it a ponytail? A bun? Leave them guessing with this artfully undone style. Find the tutorial by Kristin Ess here. 13 of 13 Scarf Braid @natalieannhair It doesn't get prettier than this quick braid. Start with a low ponytail, tie a skinny silk scarf onto the base, and pull it into an inside-out ponytail. Then, braid and go! Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit