Do you ever want to let your hair down but want to keep it out of your face at the same time? Well lucky for you, there’s a solution to this problem. 

Chances are, you’ve seen these looks before and believe me, I love them as much as you do. I’m talking about classic half up half down hairstyles. These looks are some of the best out there because you can take them from day to night, and while each look may be similar to the others, each one offers just enough variety to keep you from getting bored with the same old style.

A couple weeks back we shared our favorite easy hairstyles for college, and the half-up half-down hairstyle is among them. So here’s how to get this look a few different ways.

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Half Up Half Down Pony

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This classic look is my personal favorite. You will probably spot me rocking this at least twice a week. It’s easy, girly, and put together, and it works whether you have curly, straight, or wavy hair. 

For a polished look, use a brush to brush back your hair into a ponytail secured with an elastic, and add a little bit of hairspray or hair gel to control any flyaways. For a unique and personal touch to your look, play around with different colors and styles of hair ties. Between hair ties, scrunchies, and scarf ties, you can make this simple look your own.

Half Up Half Down Bun

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For a less voluminous look and an edgier, more current hairstyle, opt for a half-up-half-down bun. This look is best worn casually and can be spiced up with different accessories such as headbands or bobby pins (my personal favorite). Depending on how much hair you would like to let down, grab a handful of hair, make a small bun, and secure with a hair tie and/or bobby pins. Easy as 1,2,3.