Easy and secure! Cute kids’ hairstyles you can do using only hair ties

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We’re sharing hairstyle ideas you can enjoy with just hair elastics—no special tools or techniques needed!

With simple, secure styles using elastics, you can get ready quickly even on busy mornings.

Ponytails, half-up styles, and braids are great not only for everyday wear but also for active events like sports days.

There are plenty of ideas kids can do too, so you can enjoy styling together.

Give these cute, elastic-only hairstyles a try with your child!

Easy! Won’t fall apart! Cute kids’ hair arrangements using only elastics (31–40)

double braided twin tails

An idea that doesn’t use decorative hair ties! Here’s a double-braid twin-tail style.

We often use decorative bands to add a cute touch, right? But some schools or kindergartens may prohibit decorative hair ties on sports day.

With just simple elastics, a double-braid twin-tail can still look festive.

If you can braid, it’s easy to try this style—give it a go! The color of the elastics will change the overall vibe, too.

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Twin buns

Here’s a neat and secure twin bun style that won’t easily come undone.

First, make two ponytails, then braid each one.

Insert a styling stick and thread the ends of each braid through the loop.

Once the braid is pulled through, adjust for your hair length by looping it through once more if needed.

Tie the bun from the base with a decorative elastic to finish.

This clean, tidy hairstyle looks super cute! It’s perfect for sports days or swimming—try copying it and give it a go!

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Heart Twin

Let me introduce a heart-twin hairstyle arrangement that creates hearts girls will love.

Divide the hair into left and right sections, braid each above the ears, temporarily secure them, and join them into one.

Split the section into top and bottom; divide the top section into two, open it, bring it to the back and hold it in place.

Then split the section that’s now in front into two and bring it to the back as well.

Hold it firmly and tie it so it doesn’t come loose.

Once you’ve made it to your desired length, secure with an elastic and gently loosen it bit by bit.

Fasten with a decorative elastic, then repeat the same steps according to the hair length.

Finally, tie a little lower, do a reverse topsy-tail, separate the hair to form a heart shape, secure it, and you’re done.

With this stylish hairstyle, you might even feel extra motivated for sports day!

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Ribbon braided twin-tails

Adding ribbons in your team color, like red or white, is super cute! Here are some ideas for twin braids with ribbons.

Regular braids are fine, but weaving in ribbons instantly elevates the style.

Even teachers or parents who aren’t confident with hair styling can give this a try with ease.

If your preschool doesn’t have team colors, using ribbons in the child’s favorite colors or materials can make it even more fun.

It’s a simple yet glamorous idea—be sure to give it a try!

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Ribbon-style braided twin tails

Here’s a ribbon-shaped braided twin style where the ribbon shape is the key point.

Divide the hair into two sections and tie them.

Take a small amount of hair from the surface.

Using a hairbrush is recommended.

After tying an elastic a little away from the roots, make a loop with the hair and do a topsy tail to tuck it in.

Align the topsy-tail elastic with the root elastic, then use a new elastic to secure from the roots.

Next, place an elastic diagonally, then place another elastic diagonally on the opposite side.

Insert a styling stick at the base of the tied elastic, take some surface hair, and thread it through with the styling stick.

Once it forms a ribbon shape, adjust the balance and you’re done!

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Easy and secure! Cute kids’ hairstyles you can do using only hair ties (41–50)

Braids and a single onion-style ponytail

Create it with braids! Here’s a ponytail idea that looks like an onion.

First, make a ponytail at a height where you can still wear a hat, then divide the hair into three sections.

Leave the middle section as is, and braid the two side sections and gently loosen them.

With some spacing in between, gather all three sections together and tie them off with elastics along the length.

Pulling out and loosening the hair a bit will give it a relaxed, effortless look for a stylish finish.

Using colorful elastics makes it perfect for a sports day, too!

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Braided-only hair-down with a three-strand braid

A cute arrangement with a glamorous finish! Here are ideas for a braid-only let-down style.

When it comes to hair styling, many people feel it seems difficult because it combines various tying and braiding techniques.

This time, it’s a hairstyle you can recreate as long as you’ve mastered a basic three-strand braid.

Before styling, it’s best to brush your child’s hair thoroughly and work in some hair oil.

When loosening the braids, adjust while keeping the overall balance in mind.

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