36 Beanie Hairstyles for Women: Chic Winter Looks & Styling Tips

Hi, I’m Lena — a professional hairstylist with over a decade behind the chair. In this post I showcase 36 beanie hairstyles for women, photographed and styled to inspire every hair length and texture. From cropped pixies and blunt bobs to long layers, waves, and defined curls, these looks prove a beanie can elevate your style rather than hide it. I’ll show variations for cuffed, slouchy, slub-knit, and ribbed beanies, plus quick techniques for volume at the crown, polished face-framing strands, and secure looks for active days. These styles suit busy commuters, weekend adventurers, and anyone who wants to stay warm without sacrificing polish. Alongside each image I include practical salon-tested tips — how to prep hair, which products help hold a shape under fabric, and simple hacks for styling on cold mornings. This gallery is built for real women who want wearable, low-fuss looks with professional results.

Textured Beachy Waves with Face‑Framing Tendrils & Loose Side Braid

This relaxed, textured look suits shoulder‑length to mid‑length hair and flatters natural waves, loose curls, and straight hair that’s pre-textured. Start on towel‑dried or dry hair: apply a heat protectant and a lightweight sea‑salt or texturizing spray. Create soft waves with a 1

Chunky Double Braids with Beanie — Boho Winter Braided Hairstyle

This cozy boho look works best on medium-to-long hair and suits fine to thick textures; very fine or short hair can achieve the same effect with lightweight clip-in extensions. Start on dry, second-day hair for better grip: apply a heat protectant, then a texturizing spray or sea-salt mist. Create soft, loose waves with a 1 curling wand (alternate directions) to add body before braiding. Part the hair down the middle, gather each side and braid into a three-strand, low braid, pancaking (pulling gently at the braid loops) to create the chunky, rounded appearance. Secure with clear elastics and hide ends under the braid or leave slightly undone for a lived-in finish. Tools: 1 curling wand, wide-tooth comb, tail comb, elastics, bobby pins, and a soft-bristled brush. Products: heat protectant, texturizing spray, dry shampoo, lightweight serum for ends, and flexible-hold hairspray. Difficulty is easy–moderate; expect 15–30 minutes. Maintenance tips: refresh texture with dry shampoo and re-pancake braids daily, sleep on a silk scarf to reduce frizz, and trim ends every 8–12 weeks.

Loose Textured Locs / Natural Curls — Beanie-Friendly Volume

Suitable for natural 3C–4C curl patterns and freeform or loosely maintained locs, this look celebrates textured length and face-framing pieces that peek from under a knit beanie. Technique: keep the base in loose locs or two-strand twists for a softer look; refresh by palm-rolling or using a small crochet hook to tidy troublesome roots and separate any conjoined strands. For day styling, gently fluff roots and pull a few face-framing pieces forward before slipping on your beanie. Tools needed: spray bottle, wide-tooth comb (for early detangling only), microfiber towel, crochet hook (0.5–1.0 mm) or latch hook for maintenance, satin bonnet for sleep. Recommended products: sulfate-free shampoo or co-wash, water-based leave-in conditioner, light locking cream or gel for root control, lightweight natural oil (jojoba or almond) for shine, and a silicone-free anti-frizz serum. Difficulty level: low–moderate — easy to wear but requires regular root maintenance. Maintenance tips: cleanse scalp every 1–2 weeks, refresh roots every 6–8 weeks, moisturize daily with a water spritz and light oil, protect at night with a satin scarf, and avoid overly tight hats to prevent breakage and flattening.

Tousled Long Layers with Soft Curtain Bangs — Beanie‑Friendly Wavy Style

This relaxed, salon-cut look features long, face‑framing layers with a soft curtain fringe and natural-looking waves — ideal for 2A–2C (straight to wavy) hair and medium density. In the chair, the stylist removes bulk with long layers and light texturizing through the ends and bangs to create movement and reduce heaviness under hats. To style, work a lightweight mousse or sea‑salt spray through damp hair, rough dry with a diffuser or air‑dry while scrunching, then define a few sections with a 1

Loose Textured Double Braids with Face‑Framing Pieces

This relaxed double-braid look suits medium to long hair with natural texture—wavy, slightly curly, or straight hair that’s been texturized works best. Start on towel‑dried hair: apply a salt or texturizing spray and a small amount of lightweight mousse for grip, then rough‑dry to 80% without smoothing out natural wave. Create a soft centre or slightly off‑centre part and leave two to three inches of face‑framing hair out on each side. Gather hair into two low sections and braid loosely using three‑strand braids; secure with clear elastics. Pancake each braid by gently tugging the outer loops for volume and a lived‑in finish. Tools: wide‑tooth comb, detangling brush, hair elastics, tail comb, and optional curling iron for blending. Products: sea‑salt/texturizing spray, light mousse, heat protectant (if heat used), small amount of smoothing oil on ends, and flexible hold hairspray. Difficulty: easy–moderate—requires basic braiding and shaping skills. Maintenance: refresh with dry shampoo and a spritz of texturizer, re‑pancake braids daily to maintain shape, sleep in a loose braid or silk scarf to reduce frizz, and trim ends every 8–12 weeks.

Low Double Braids with Side-Swept Fringe — Casual Winter Braid for Long Hair

This approachable low double-braid look works especially well on medium to long hair and suits fine, medium and slightly thick textures. Start on detangled, slightly dry hair: apply a lightweight leave-in conditioner to reduce breakage and a small amount of smoothing oil on the ends. Create a center or soft off-center part, then section into two equal halves and braid each into a classic three-strand braid, securing with small elastics. Gently pull at the braid loops (pancaking) for width and a relaxed, textured finish — ideal for wearing under a chunky beanie. Tools: wide-tooth comb, tail comb for parting, paddle brush, small clear elastics and a few bobby pins. Products: leave-in detangler, texturizing or sea-salt spray for grip, smoothing serum for ends and a light-hold hairspray to tame flyaways. Difficulty: easy–moderate (about 10–20 minutes). Maintenance tips: refresh with dry shampoo at the roots, mist texturizer to reactivate grip, re-pancake the braids to restore volume, and sleep with a silk scarf to preserve shape and reduce friction.

Long Textured Beach Waves with Natural Blonde Highlights

This relaxed, tousled look works best on naturally wavy to curly hair (2A–3A) but can be created on straight hair with heat styling. Start on clean, towel‑dried hair: apply a lightweight leave‑in conditioner, then a curl‑defining cream or mousse from mid‑shaft to ends. Use a sea‑salt spray for extra grit and texture. Scrunch hair upward and either air‑dry or diffuse on low heat while continuing to scrunch for shape. For pieces that need more definition, wrap 1–1.25 sections loosely around a large‑barrel curling wand (away from the face) and finish by gently separating waves with fingers or a wide‑tooth comb. Tools: diffuser attachment, wide‑tooth comb, large curling wand, microfiber towel. Products: sulfate‑free shampoo, leave‑in conditioner, curl cream or mousse, sea‑salt spray, lightweight oil or serum, flexible hold hairspray. Difficulty: easy–medium — requires practice to balance product and drying technique. Maintenance: refresh with a water + leave‑in mist or sea‑salt spray, sleep in a loose braid or silk bonnet to reduce frizz, trim every 8–12 weeks to prevent split ends, and use UVA/UVB protection on color‑treated blonde.

Long Textured Beach Waves with Tiny Boho Braids — Beanie-Friendly Winter Style

Suitable for medium to thick hair and for naturally wavy or straight hair that wants more texture. Fine hair can wear it with added texturizer and volumizing mousse. Start on towel-dried hair: apply heat protectant and a sea‑salt or texturizing spray, then blow-dry with fingers or a diffuser to encourage movement. Use a 1–1.25 curling wand to create loose alternating-direction bends through the mid-lengths, leaving ends soft; for a lived-in look, skip curling very close to the roots. Create two to four tiny three‑strand braids at face-framing sections and secure with small clear elastics, then gently pancake them for width. Finish with a texturizing spray and a light-hold hairspray; add a few drops of lightweight oil on the ends if needed. Tools: curling wand, hairdryer with diffuser, sectioning clips, tail comb, small elastics. Products: heat protectant, sea‑salt/texturizing spray, light oil, light-hold hairspray, dry shampoo for refreshes. Difficulty: easy–medium (20–40 minutes). Maintenance: sleep loosely braided or on a silk pillowcase, refresh midweek with dry shampoo and a light mist of texturizer, and deep-condition monthly to keep ends healthy.

Loose Textured Double Braids — Boho Waves for Wavy to Thick Hair

This relaxed double-braid look is ideal for wavy, medium to thick hair and works well on shoulder-length to long lengths. Start on second-day or dry hair for natural grip: mist with sea-salt or texture spray, apply a small amount of lightweight styling cream to control frizz, then rough-dry if needed. Section hair into two even halves and create loose three-strand braids, starting just below the ear line for the face-framing pieces seen here; leave a few shorter pieces out around the face. Gently pancake each braid by pulling the outer loops to widen and soften the braid for volume. Tools: wide-tooth comb, tail comb (for parting), hair elastics or clear bands, blow-dryer (optional), 1

Long Textured Waves — Beanie-Friendly Natural Volume Hairstyle

A relaxed, long textured wave with natural volume designed to sit comfortably under a beanie. Best for straight to wavy hair and medium to thick densities; fine hair can achieve this look by adding volume-building products and lighter texturizing sprays. Start on damp hair: apply a lightweight volumizing mousse at the roots and a heat protectant through the lengths. Rough-dry with a diffuser or blow-dryer using your fingers to encourage movement, then create loose S-shaped waves with a 1–1.25 barrel curling iron or a flat iron (wrap mid-lengths, leave ends out for a lived-in finish). Alternate directions and keep tension light for an undone texture. Tools: blow-dryer with diffuser, curling iron or flat iron, wide-tooth comb, sectioning clips. Products: heat protectant, volumizing mousse, sea-salt or texture spray, light-hold hairspray, dry shampoo or root powder. Difficulty: easy–medium; 20–35 minutes depending on length. Maintenance: refresh with water + texturizer or dry shampoo, sleep in a loose braid or silk scarf, trim every 8–12 weeks, and use a weekly deep conditioner to prevent dryness from hats.

Textured Blonde Double Braids with Face‑Framing Waves

Salon-tested, low-fuss double braids with loose face-framing waves work best on medium to long hair and suit fine to coarse textures when built with added texture. Start on clean, towel-dried hair: apply a root-lifting mousse or sea-salt spray and blow-dry with a diffuser or rough-dry with fingers for grip. Create a center or slightly off-center part and leave 1–2

Loose Natural Waves for Beanie Wear — Soft Face‑Framing Layers

This style is loose, natural-looking waves with soft face-framing layers designed to sit comfortably under a chunky beanie. Suitable for straight-to-wavy hair and medium-to-thick densities; fine hair can achieve similar volume using a light volumizing mousse. Start on towel-dried hair: apply a lightweight leave-in conditioner, a heat protectant, then a sea-salt or texture spray. Rough-dry with a diffuser or let air-dry while scrunching to enhance the natural bend. For definition, use a 1–1.25 inch curling wand or flat iron to create two- to three-inch away-from-the-root bends, leaving ends slightly straighter for an undone finish. Tools needed: blow dryer with diffuser, curling wand or straightener, wide-tooth comb, sectioning clips. Products required: heat protectant, sea-salt/texturizing spray, light oil or serum for ends, and a flexible hold hairspray or dry shampoo for refreshes. Difficulty: easy–medium — basic hot-tool skills helpful. Maintenance: refresh waves by misting with water or texturizer and scrunching, re-curl a few face-framing pieces as needed, avoid heavy brushing, dry shampoo between washes, and trim ends every 8–12 weeks to keep layers clean.

Loose Beachy Waves for Long Layered Blonde Hair

A salon-friendly beachy wave that reads effortlessly undone—ideal for long, layered hair and for straight to naturally wavy textures. Technique: start on towel-dried hair with a lightweight leave-in conditioner, then apply a sea-salt texturizing spray at the roots and lengths. Blow-dry with a diffuser or air-dry until slightly damp, then wrap random 1–2 inch sections around a 1-inch curling wand (away from the face on alternating sections) for 3–6 seconds to create varied bends rather than tight curls. Cool, then gently tousle with fingers and finish with a matte texturizing spray. Tools needed: 1-inch curling wand, diffuser or blow dryer, wide-tooth comb, clips. Products required: heat protectant, sea-salt/texturizing spray, light leave-in conditioner or oil for ends, lightweight hairspray or matte texture spray. Difficulty: easy–medium — quick once you establish section size and wand angle; expect 10–25 minutes depending on length. Maintenance: refresh day-two waves with dry shampoo and a mist of texture spray, sleep in a loose braid or silk scarf, trim every 8–12 weeks, and use a weekly deep conditioner and UV/color protectant for blonde tones.

Loose Boho Double Braids with Knit Headband — Textured Beach Waves

This relaxed boho look suits medium to long hair and works well on straight, wavy, or slightly curly textures — thicker hair gives fuller braids, while finer hair benefits from texturizing for grip. Technique: create a center part, mist roots and lengths with sea-salt or texturizing spray, then add soft waves with a 1 curling wand or flat iron for movement. Gather hair into two low sections and braid each into a loose three-strand or fishtail braid, then pancake the braids by gently tugging outer loops for volume. Tools needed: 1 curling wand or flat iron, wide-tooth comb, rat-tail comb, small elastics, bobby pins. Products required: heat protectant, sea-salt/texturizing spray, lightweight smoothing serum for ends, and a flexible-hold hairspray. Difficulty level: easy–moderate (salon time ~20–30 minutes). Maintenance tips: refresh texture with dry shampoo and re-pancake braids daily, sleep with a silk scarf or low bun to reduce frizz, avoid heavy oils at the roots, and trim ends every 8–12 weeks to keep the style looking fresh. Tuck the ends or wrap an elastic with a hair strand for a polished finish.

Long Loose Beach Waves — Natural Textured, Beanie-Friendly Style

This long, loose beach-wave style works best on medium- to long-length hair and suits naturally wavy to slightly curly or straight hair that you want to add movement to. Start on towel-dried hair: apply a lightweight mousse or sea-salt texturizing spray and rough-dry with your fingers or a diffuser to enhance natural texture. For more defined waves, alternate 1–1.25 curling wand wraps (away from the face on alternating sections) or create S‑shaped bends with a flat iron, leaving the last 1–2 inches straight for a softer finish. Tools: blow dryer with diffuser, curling wand or flat iron, wide-tooth comb, sectioning clips. Products: heat protectant, light mousse or root lifter, sea-salt/texturizing spray, lightweight smoothing oil for ends, flexible-hold hairspray. Difficulty: easy–moderate — approachable for at-home styling with basic heat-tool experience; expect 20–35 minutes depending on length. Maintenance tips: sleep on a silk pillow or loosely braid to preserve waves, refresh with a mist of water plus texturizer between washes, deep-condition weekly if heat styled often, and trim every 8–12 weeks to prevent split ends and keep the shape lively.

Long Beachy Waves with Side-Swept Fringe — Textured Blonde Layers

This long, beachy-wave style with a soft side-swept fringe suits medium to thick hair best, but can be adapted for fine hair with added layering and volume. Start on towel-dried hair: apply a thermal protectant and a lightweight volumizing mousse at the roots. Rough-dry with a diffuser or blow-dryer until about 80% dry, using your fingers or a wide-tooth comb to keep texture. Create loose waves with a 1–1.25″ curling wand, alternating barrel direction and leaving the ends slightly straighter for a natural finish. Finger-comb waves and set with a light texturizing or sea-salt spray; finish with a small amount of smoothing serum on the ends to reduce frizz. Tools: blow-dryer (diffuser or round brush), curling wand/iron, clips, wide-tooth comb. Products: heat protectant, volumizing mousse, texturizing spray, light-hold hairspray, finishing oil, purple shampoo for blonde maintenance. Difficulty: easy–moderate, ~20–30 minutes. Maintenance: refresh with dry shampoo and texturizer between washes, sleep on a silk pillowcase or loose braid, salon trims every 8–12 weeks and weekly deepconditioning for color-treated blonde hair.

Long Tousled Beach Waves — Hat-Friendly Textured Blonde Style

Suitability: Ideal for straight to wavy hair (fine to medium thickness). Coarser hair can wear this look with stronger styling products and more heat. Long layers help the texture sit naturally under a hat. Styling technique: Start with towel-dried hair. Apply a lightweight leave-in conditioner to the mid-lengths and a sea-salt or texture spray at the roots and lengths. Scrunch hair while drying with a diffuser on low or allow to air-dry for an undone finish. For defined pieces, wrap 1–1.25 barrel sections around a curling wand away from the face, leaving ends raw for a lived-in feel; alternate directions and rough-finger comb. Tools needed: 1–1.25 curling wand, diffuser, wide-tooth comb, sectioning clips. Products required: heat protectant, lightweight leave-in conditioner, sea-salt or texturizing spray, light-hold hairspray or dry texturizer, dry shampoo. Difficulty level: Easy–Medium — approachable for at-home styling with basic heat skills. Maintenance tips: Refresh with dry shampoo and a spritz of texture spray on day 2–3. Trim every 8–12 weeks to prevent split ends, deep-condition weekly, and protect hair from hat friction with a silk scarf or leave-in oil on ends.

Knitted Turban Headband with Short Pixie Face‑Framing Bangs

This look pairs a soft, knitted turban-style headband with short, face‑framing pixie bangs — ideal for clients with short to medium lengths (pixie, cropped bob) and fine to medium hair textures. To style, rough‑dry hair with a little root lift, apply a light texturizing spray, and slightly tousle the fringe and crown for a lived‑in finish. Position the turban so it sits comfortably at the hairline, tuck the sides and back under the band and pull a few soft pieces forward to frame the face. For longer hair, gather into a low, loose bun to sit beneath the turban. Tools needed: wide‑tooth comb, small elastic, a few bobby pins, blow dryer and a teasing brush (optional). Recommended products: dry shampoo or texturizing spray for grip, a light serum to smooth flyaways, and a flexible hold hairspray. Difficulty: easy–medium (salon time 5–15 minutes) — quick for everyday wear. Maintenance tips: avoid overly tight placement to prevent breakage, refresh with dry shampoo between washes, trim bangs every 4–6 weeks, and deep condition weekly to keep ends healthy under the band.

Loose Textured Double Braids with Face‑Framing Waves

This relaxed, hat-friendly look pairs loose, low double braids with soft face‑framing waves. Suitable for fine, medium and thick hair: fine hair benefits from texturizing products and light backcombing for hold; medium-to-thick hair may need larger braid sections and stronger elastics. For naturally curly hair, work with your texture — skip heavy heat and define sections with a curl cream. Technique: start on second‑day or towel‑dried hair. Apply heat protectant and a sea‑salt or texturizing spray, rough‑dry to add body, then create loose waves with a 1 curling wand or flat iron, alternating directions. Leave two front sections loose, then gather the rest into two low braids, secure with small elastics and gently pancake the braids for volume. Tools & products needed: wide‑tooth comb, paddle brush, 1 curling wand or flat iron, small elastics, texturizing/sea salt spray, heat protectant, light finishing spray and a smoothing serum or oil for ends. Difficulty: easy–intermediate. Maintenance tips: refresh with dry shampoo, rework face pieces or quick touch‑up curls, loosen braids each morning to revive texture, and sleep on a silk pillowcase to reduce frizz.

Tousled Long Copper Waves with Face‑Framing Layers

This relaxed, tousled long-wave style features soft face‑framing layers and textured ends — designed to enhance natural movement. Best suited for wavy to curly hair and medium to thick densities; fine hair can achieve a similar result with added product and light teasing. The cut uses long layers and point‑cutting or a razor to remove bulk while keeping length, which creates natural bend and separation. Styling technique: start on damp hair with a leave‑in conditioner and curl cream or mousse applied mid-length to ends, then scrunch and diffuse on low/medium heat for defined, frizz-controlled waves. For targeted shaping, wrap random 1

Beanie-Friendly Beachy Blonde with Textured Layers and Micro Braids

This beanie-ready beachy blonde merges undone textured layers with a couple of micro-braids for casual interest. Suitable for fine to medium hair, and adaptable for thicker hair when layered, this style works best on shoulder-length to long lengths. To create it: towel-dry hair, apply heat protectant and a sea-salt or texture spray, then rough-dry with fingers or a diffuser to enhance natural movement. Add loose bends with a 1 curling wand or flat iron, alternating directions for a lived-in finish. Braid one or two small face-framing sections into simple three-strand or fishtail micro-braids and secure with clear elastics. Tools needed: blow-dryer with diffuser, 1 curling wand or flat iron, tail comb, small elastics, and a paddle or round brush for smoothing. Products: heat protectant, sea-salt/texturizing spray, lightweight styling cream or oil for ends, dry shampoo, and a flexible-hold hairspray. Difficulty: easy–medium; allow an extra 10–15 minutes for micro-braids. Maintenance: refresh texture with dry shampoo or mist, re-tighten micro-braids after a few days to avoid tangles, sleep with a loose braid or silk scarf, and trim ends every 8–12 weeks to keep layers fresh.

Loose Double Braids with Side‑Swept Bangs — Textured Red Hair Style

This relaxed double‑braid look with soft, side‑swept bangs suits straight to wavy hair and adapts well for fine, medium, or thicker textures. Start on towel‑dried hair with a light leave‑in detangler; create a deep side part and loosely section hair into two even panels. Smooth bangs forward and blow‑dry or finger‑style them to the desired sweep. Begin three‑strand braids low at the nape or slightly to the sides for a natural framing effect, secure with small clear elastics, then gently pancake each braid to widen and soften the silhouette. For extra texture, mist a sea‑salt or texturizing spray through the lengths before braiding. Tools: tail comb, sectioning clips, boar‑bristle brush, small elastics, and optional blow dryer. Products: leave‑in conditioner, texturizing spray, light smoothing cream for bangs, flexible hold hairspray and a small amount of anti‑frizz serum. Difficulty is easy–moderate and takes about 10–20 minutes. Maintenance: refresh with dry shampoo and a spritz of texturizer, retighten elastics as needed, trim bangs every 6–8 weeks, and use a color‑safe deep conditioner monthly if hair is dyed.

Loose Beachy Waves with Side Fishtail Braid (Beanie-Friendly)

This relaxed, salon-tested look pairs loose beachy waves with a soft side fishtail braid, designed to peek from under a beanie. Best for shoulder-length to long hair and ideal for fine to medium textures — thicker hair also works with slightly wider sections. Technique: start with towel-dried hair, apply heat protectant and a volumizing mousse. Blow-dry with a round brush or diffuse for natural texture. Create loose waves using a 1 curling wand or flat iron, alternating curl direction and leaving ends undone. Gather a section on one side and braid a loose fishtail, pulling the braid apart for a lived-in feel; secure with a small elastic and hide the band by wrapping a small strand if desired. Tools: blow dryer, round brush or diffuser, 1 curling wand/flat iron, wide-tooth comb, small elastics, clips. Products: heat protectant, light mousse or sea-salt spray, texturizing spray, lightweight serum for ends, flexible-hold hairspray. Difficulty: easy–medium (20–30 minutes). Maintenance: refresh with dry shampoo and sea-salt spray, re-loosen braid each morning, sleep on a silk pillowcase, and trim ends every 8–12 weeks to prevent split ends.

Long Natural Dreadlocks with Knit Turban — Textured Boho Dread Styling

Suitable for thick, textured hair and mature dreadlocks (Type 3B–4C) and shoulder-length to long lengths, this look pairs free-hanging locs with a slouchy knit turban for a bohemian, weather-ready finish. Styling begins with clean, fully dried locs; separate and weight longer pieces with small, discreet bands where needed. Use a lightweight elastic to pull most hair back, leaving face-framing locs out. Wrap a wide-knit beanie or turban scarf around the crown, tucking ends under to secure—add bobby pins for extra hold. Accent with small hair beads or threaded wraps for texture. Tools: crochet hook/latch needle (for quick repairs), small elastics, beading tool, bobby pins and a wide-tooth comb. Products: residue-free clarifying shampoo, light leave-in or loc spray, natural oil (jojoba or argan) for scalp hydration, and a light holding cream for new growth. Difficulty: moderate — easy to assemble but requires basic dread maintenance knowledge. Maintenance tips: retwist roots every 4–8 weeks, palm-roll loose sections, deep-clean monthly, and sleep on a silk/satin scarf to limit frizz. Avoid heavy waxes and over-manipulation to preserve loc health and longevity.

Loose Low Braids with Beanie — Tousled Blonde Styling

From salon experience, this relaxed double-braid look suits long, fine-to-medium hair and works especially well on textured or color-treated (bleached/blonde) lengths. Start on towel-dried or dry hair: apply heat protectant if you’ll use tools, then a volumizing mousse or sea-salt/texturizing spray for grip. Create a soft center part, divide hair into two low sections and braid each into a loose three-strand braid about ear-to-nape level. Secure with clear elastics, then gently pancake and pull small face-framing pieces free for softness. Tools: wide-tooth comb, tail comb, small elastics, hair clips, optional curling wand or flat iron to add bend. Products: leave-in conditioner, texturizing spray or dry shampoo for hold, silicone-free smoothing serum for ends, light-hold hairspray. Difficulty: easy — 2/5; takes 10–15 minutes once practiced. Maintenance tips: refresh texture with dry shampoo between washes, re-pancake braids each morning, protect color with purple shampoo as needed, deep-condition weekly and sleep on a silk pillowcase or wear a loose bonnet to reduce breakage under beanies.

Loose Beachy Waves with Side‑Swept Fringe for Wavy to Curly Hair

This relaxed, beachy wave look with a side‑swept fringe works best on natural wavy to loose curly hair (2A–3A) and medium‑length to long lengths. Fine hair will benefit from root volumizing products; thicker/coarser hair may need stronger hold styling creams. Technique: enhance the natural pattern by applying products to soaking‑wet hair, scrunching from ends to roots, and diffusing on low heat or air‑drying. For definition, wrap random 1–inch sections around a curling wand away from the face, then tousle with fingers for softness. Tools: diffuser, 1

Textured High Puff with Wrapped Turban — Short Natural Curly Hair

This polished yet effortless style pairs a defined high puff with a wrapped turban, ideal for short to medium natural curls and coils (3A–4C). It works well as a protective style for transitioning hair or a quick everyday look. Technique: start on detangled, damp hair; apply a lightweight leave-in and a curl-defining cream or gel to sections, use fingers or a Denman to encourage curl formation, then gather hair to the crown and secure into a loose high puff with a fabric-covered elastic or wide scrunchie. Wrap a lightweight scarf or turban around the head, leaving the textured curls exposed at the top; tuck and pin ends neatly. Tools needed: wide-tooth comb or detangling brush, Denman or fingers, spray bottle, elastic/scrunchie, hairpins and a soft scarf/turban. Products required: hydrating leave-in, curl cream or light gel, a nourishing oil for shine, optional edge control. Difficulty: easy–moderate; quick once practiced. Maintenance: sleep with a satin bonnet or pillowcase, refresh curls with water + leave-in mist, re-twist or finger-reshape daily, avoid heavy buildup and deep condition every 1–2 weeks.

Platinum Long Hair — Textured Beach Waves with Chunky Knit Beanie

This salon-ready look pairs long, platinum-blonde hair with lived-in, textured beach waves worn under a chunky knitted beanie. Best suited for fine-to-medium or naturally wavy hair; straighter textures can achieve the same effect with light heat styling and texturizing. Technique: work a heat protectant and sea-salt spray through damp hair, scrunch and diffuse until mostly dry, then use a 1 curling wand or flat iron to create loose, alternating bends from mid-lengths to ends, leaving tips slightly straighter for an undone finish. Finger-comb to break up curls and mist with a lightweight texturizing spray, finishing with a small amount of matte paste on ends for definition. Tools needed: blow dryer with diffuser, 1 curling wand or straightener, wide-tooth comb, sectioning clips. Products required: thermal protectant, sea-salt or texturizing spray, lightweight mousse or spray-in conditioner, matte paste, dry shampoo, and color-care (purple) shampoo and weekly deep conditioner to protect platinum tones. Difficulty: easy–moderate; 15–30 minutes depending on length. Maintenance tips: refresh texture with sea-salt spray or dry shampoo, avoid heavy oils near roots, deep-condition weekly, use purple shampoo to prevent brassiness, and trim every 8–12 weeks to keep ends tidy.

Long Beachy Waves with Face‑Framing Layers — Beanie‑Friendly Everyday Look

This relaxed, long beachy-wave style works best on straight to wavy hair and on medium to thick densities; fine hair can achieve the look with root lift and texturizers. Start on clean, towel‑dried hair: apply heat protectant and a light mousse or sea‑salt spray. For salon‑finish waves, wrap 1–1¼ sections around a curling wand, alternating directions and leaving the last 1–2 straighter for a lived‑in finish. Add one or two small, loose twist braids at the front for extra texture. Tools: curling wand, sectioning clips, paddle or detangling brush, wide‑tooth comb and a tail comb. Products: heat protectant, sea‑salt or texturizing spray, light hold hairspray, smoothing serum for ends and dry shampoo for refreshes. Difficulty: easy–medium — basic wand technique and sectioning required. Maintenance tips: sleep on a silk pillowcase or loosely braid hair to preserve waves; refresh with dry shampoo and a mist of sea‑salt spray on day two; avoid heavy oils at the crown when wearing beanies to prevent flattening; trim every 8–12 weeks and deep‑condition weekly to keep ends healthy and the waves bouncy.

Soft Tousled Waves with Curtain Bangs — Hat-Friendly Everyday Style

This look pairs soft, loose waves with a blunt curtain fringe for a naturally tousled, hat-friendly finish. Suitable for straight to wavy hair and medium to thick densities; fine hair can achieve similar body by using a volumizing mousse and a smaller barrel, while coarse hair benefits from a smoothing cream and slightly higher heat. Styling technique: rough-dry with fingers, blow-dry bangs with a small round brush or flat iron for a smooth curtain shape, then create loose S-shaped waves with a 1–1.25 inch curling wand, leaving ends out for a relaxed finish. Tools needed: blow dryer, small round brush, 1–1.25 curling wand, sectioning clips, wide-tooth comb or fingers. Products required: heat protectant, lightweight texturizing spray or sea-salt spray, light-hold hairspray, smoothing serum. Difficulty level: easy–intermediate; expect 15–30 minutes depending on length. Maintenance tips from the salon: trim bangs every 4–6 weeks, use weekly deep conditioning, refresh waves with dry shampoo or a spritz of texturizer, and sleep on a silk pillowcase or loose braid to preserve shape and reduce hat-induced frizz.

Winter Beanie Style: Loose Side Braids for Curly & Wavy Hair

Suitable hair types: Ideal for medium‑to‑long wavy, curly or textured hair; can be adapted for straight strands with texturizing spray. Styling technique: Start with damp, detangled hair and a light leave‑in conditioner. Create a clean center or slightly off‑center part, then gather hair into two low sections and loosely three‑strand braid each side from just behind the ears. Secure ends with small clear elastics and gently pancake the braids for volume. Pull a few face‑framing tendrils free, then slide on a knitted beanie so the braids sit naturally beneath. Tools needed: wide‑tooth comb, detangling brush, small clear elastics, sectioning clips and a microfibre towel. Products required: lightweight leave‑in conditioner, curl‑defining cream or mousse, anti‑frizz serum or oil (applied sparingly), and a texturizing spray for grip on finer hair. Difficulty level: Easy — salon‑friendly and quick (10–20 minutes). Maintenance tips: Refresh the look with a spritz of water + leave‑in or curl refresher, re‑pancake braids for fullness, sleep with a silk scarf to reduce frizz, and deep‑condition weekly to keep textured ends healthy.

Loose Two-Strand Twists for Curly Hair — Beanie-Friendly Low Pigtails

Suitable for types 3A–4C and medium-to-long lengths, this relaxed low two-strand twist look keeps natural texture under a beanie while minimizing bulk. Start on damp, detangled hair: apply a lightweight leave-in, followed by a curl cream or light gel for hold. Create a clean center part, section hair into two equal halves, and two-strand twist or loosely braid each side from the nape up, keeping tension light so roots remain soft. Secure ends with small snag-free elastics and gently pull at the twist for volume and texture. Tools: wide-tooth comb, detangling brush, clips, microfiber towel, elastics. Products: leave-in conditioner, curl cream or light gel, lightweight oil or butter for shine, dry shampoo for scalp refreshes. Difficulty: easy–moderate — ideal for at-home styling or quick salon prep. Maintenance: sleep on a satin pillowcase or wrap with a silk scarf to reduce frizz; refresh with water/leave-in spray and smooth edges with a light gel; re-twist only the frizzy sections to extend wear; avoid tight hats that compress roots for long periods. Deep condition weekly to maintain curl integrity and reduce breakage.

Textured Curly Pixie with Tousled Side-Swept Fringe

Salon-style textured curly pixie with a tousled, side-swept fringe. This short layered look suits natural waves to tighter curls (2A–3B) and medium to fine hair densities; very thick hair benefits from internal thinning. The cut is achieved by keeping the nape and sides short while leaving length on top and the fringe—use point-cutting and slide-cutting or a razor to create feathered ends and movement. Styling technique: towel-dry gently, apply a lightweight leave-in conditioner and curl cream through damp hair, then scrunch to encourage texture. Diffuse on low heat or air-dry for softer volume; finish by separating pieces with a small amount of matte paste or sea-salt spray for definition. Tools needed: stylist shears/razor, diffuser-equipped hairdryer, wide-tooth comb, and fingers for finishing. Products required: leave-in conditioner, curl cream or light mousse, sea-salt spray, light-hold paste or pomade, and heat protectant. Difficulty level: easy–moderate — quick daily routine but requires confident cutting technique. Maintenance tips: trim every 4–6 weeks, deep-condition weekly, refresh with water + product instead of daily washing, and fluff roots after wearing hats to restore shape.

Textured Loose Double Braids with Beanie and Face‑Framing Pieces

This cozy, slightly undone look pairs a knit beanie with two low, textured braids and soft face‑framing pieces — ideal for everyday wear. Best suited to medium‑to‑long hair and works well on straight, wavy or lightly curly textures; very thick hair benefits from pre‑texturizing and sectioning, while fine hair gains volume from texturizing spray or dry shampoo. Technique: create a natural center part, leave out thin front sections, lightly mist hair with texturizer, then loosely three‑strand braid each side starting just below the ear. Pancake the braids with your fingers to widen them and pull a few wisps free for softness. Tools needed: tail comb, hair elastics, sectioning clips, and a boar‑bristle brush for smoothing. Products: texturizing spray or sea salt spray, light hairspray, smoothing serum for ends, and dry shampoo for second‑day refresh. Difficulty: easy — 10–15 minutes for most skill levels. Maintenance tips: refresh with dry shampoo and re‑pancake braids daily, retie elastics at night or sleep in a silk scarf, and use a small amount of serum on ends to control frizz without weighing down the style.

Long Natural Beach Waves with Textured Ends — Beanie-Friendly Winter Look

This relaxed, textured beach-wave look suits medium to thick hair and natural waves; fine hair can also achieve it with added texturizing products. Start on towel-dried hair: apply a lightweight leave-in conditioner at the ends and a heat-protectant throughout. Use a salt-spray or light mousse at the mid-lengths, then scrunch to encourage wave formation. For faster styling, diffuse on low heat while cupping sections with your hands; alternatively, use a 1-inch curling wand to reinforce a few random pieces for shape. Tools: blow-dryer with diffuser, 1 curling wand (optional), wide-tooth comb, and clips for sectioning. Products: leave-in conditioner, sea-salt or texturizing spray, heat protectant, small amount of lightweight oil or cream for ends, and a flexible-hold hairspray or dry shampoo for lift. Difficulty: easy — salon result with basic practice, 10–25 minutes. Maintenance tips: sleep on a silk pillowcase or loosely braid to preserve waves, refresh with water + salt spray or dry shampoo between washes, and trim every 8–12 weeks to maintain textured ends. Wearing a beanie? Loosen roots after removing the hat with a few spritzes of dry shampoo and gentle root lift.

Textured Messy Side Braid for Platinum Blonde Hair

Suitable for medium-to-long lengths and fine to medium densities, this relaxed side braid flatters textured or color-treated platinum blonde hair. Begin on second-day hair: mist roots and lengths with a sea-salt or texturizing spray, rough-dry to add grip, and apply a small amount of smoothing serum to mid-lengths if needed. Create a deep side part, gather hair behind the ear and start a loose three-strand braid (or fishtail for a more detailed look), securing with a small elastic. Gently pancake the braid by pulling at sections for softness and tug out face-framing pieces for that undone finish. Tools: hair elastic, rat-tail comb, sectioning clips, blow dryer or diffuser, optional 1 curling wand. Products: texturizing/sea-salt spray, heat protectant, light-hold hairspray, dry shampoo for second-day volume, and purple shampoo to maintain cool blonde tones. Difficulty: Easy–Moderate — ideal for clients who know basic braid techniques. Maintenance tips: refresh with dry shampoo, re-loosen the braid each morning, sleep on a silk pillow or wrap to reduce frizz, and book regular trims and toning to protect platinum color and healthy ends.

Choosing the right beanie hairstyle is about balancing warmth, face shape, and hair health. My final advice: start with a well-conditioned base, use a lightweight heat protectant when styling, and add texture spray or dry shampoo to create grip for beanies. For fine hair, boost crown volume with a root lifter or gentle teasing; for thick or curly hair, smooth with a leave-in cream or micro-serum to reduce friction. Consider a satin or silk inner liner to protect color and prevent breakage, and rotate beanies to avoid repeated pressure on the same section. If you wear beanies daily, schedule trims to keep ends healthy and refresh layers so your style sits neatly under the hat. Try several of the 36 looks to find your favorites, and if you’re unsure, book a quick consult — I’ll help you adapt a beanie hairstyle to your lifestyle and face shape for maximum confidence and comfort.