Back to School Style

Sweet Buns

Send your kids off to class in style. Whether it's a charming braid or a handmade bracelet or jean embellishment, these sartorial projects are inexpensive and a fun way to get back-to-school fabulous.
New school year? Why not try a charming new hair style? Rolling their hair into buns didn't leave these girls tied up in knots. Simply part hair into two sections. Starting at or just below the ear, twist one section and wrap it around itself into a snail-shell shape. Put an elastic band around bun to keep it in place. Repeat on the other side. Use a bobby pin to secure any stray hairs. The buns can be tight (as seen on the left) or more loose and casual (right).

Crown Braids

Give a young girl a look that's fit for a princess. Part hair down the middle. Braid each section, starting at the ear. Secure the ends with elastics. Bring the braids to the top of the head and pin close to scalp. Tuck the ends underneath the braids.

Bohemian Braids

No fancy finger work was needed for this side braid. Braid two small sections of hair on the same side of head, stopping about halfway down. Combine the strands by pairing up the pieces of each braid. Braid new pieces together and secure end.

Twist and Tie

For this style, twist a small section of hair at one side of forehead, gradually adding in more strands as you move toward the back of the head. Clip that side and repeat with the other. Fasten both pieces together with an elastic, then tie with a ribbon.

Rope Braid

A spiraled ponytail is a twist on the basic braid. Divide hair into two equal pieces and hold in each hand. Twist hair in your right hand in a clockwise direction; repeat with the hair in your left hand. Wrap the two twisted pieces around each other in the opposite direction. Secure with an elastic band.

Ribbon Braids

Use ribbons to dress tresses in colorful finery. Tie three narrow ribbons to an elastic band. Wrap elastic around a ponytail (or use two for pigtails). Divide hair, along with ribbons, into three equal parts. Braid hair using the basic technique, and secure near the end with another elastic band. The ribbon ends can be tied into bows.

See more cute back to school style ideas from Martha Stewart here

Knot Ponytail

I tried to do a knotted side pony on Little B. It was hard to manage to fasten the knots properly. If I manage to find a solution to the “fasten with pin challenge” this might become one of our favorite hairstyles. To see the rest of the tutorial on how to knot your own pony and for more hairstyles ideas visit Lark + Linen blog.

Photo 1-4 to the left: Lark + Linen.

Flower Girl Ensembles

Colby Elizabeth Photography via Style Me Pretty | Lorelei Tutu by Dear Lillie | Erin Hearts Court via Style Me Pretty | JCE Photography via Style Me Pretty 

KT Merry Photography via Style Me Pretty | Q Weddings via SMP | Uploaded by user via Pinterest | Girls Ruffle 'Round Dress by J.Crew | Girls' Petit Belle Ballet Flats by J.Crew | Flower Girl Wristlet by Poppy and Pearl Co. on Etsy  

Landon Jacob Productions via Style Me Pretty | Girls Silk Taffeta Chrysanthemum Dress by J.Crew | Two One Photography via Style Me Pretty | Cream/Ivory Headband by Fluffy Tuffies on Etsy | Flower Girl Dress by Gilly Gray | Reclaimed Lace and Natural Silk Flower Girl Dress by FoxnLily on Etsy

To See more flower girl ensembles visit A Paper Proposal

 

DIY Toddler Bow Bun

Items Needed:

• Ponytail Holder
• Brush
• Bobby Pins

First Step: Pull hair back into a high Pony, and secure it with a ponytail holder.

Second Step: On the last time pulling your hair through the ponytail holder leave a loop at the top and leave the tails of your hair facing forward

Third Step: Split your loop into two loops, dividing them in half

Fourth Step: Then take the tails of your hair and smooth it out and wrap it around the middle of the two divided loops. Then tuck it in the back under the hair elastic. Secoure it with Bobby pins if needed. Voila, your done!

DIY from KenziePoo. View more cute stylish kids tips at http://kenziepoo.com.

Easy Toddler Hairstyles; Toddler Bun

Toddler hair can be difficult because it is so fine, and can be many different lengths. These styles work well on longer hair. Using a small amount of pomade on a style can make it much more manageable. It's easy to use too much pomade, so start with a pea-sized amount and you can always add more!

images via kennydos.blogspot.com; marina pershina photography; evelynsgardenonline.com;

Timeless Girls Hairstyles

The beautiful photography of Marina Pershina. While she does many adorable photographs of both boys and girls, my favorites are the little girls with long hair in timeless styles that are inspiring bothfor everyday and for special occasions.

View more of her photos on her flickr stream....

Toddler bob pulled back

Cute Hair Ideas for your toddler girl's short hair cut, and a longer variation on the french braid for moms to try on their school age daughter.