The top music festivals are upon us and planning for great hair doesn’t have to be daunting. From sexy braids to that long tousled get-out-of-bed hair to color, we’ve found trends that will be easy to emulate. The experts have spoken and here are the top trends you’ll see at this year’s Coachella and Lollapolooza festivals. Forget about the music line-up for a sec and soak in the coolest hair styles with our celebrity hair stylist pros.

Kate Moss Braids, Top Knots and High Ponytails

“It’s great to see what people come up with for their festival appearance. As relaxed as it may seem these days, it appears to be contrived. For a simple look —think Kate Moss braids, top knots, and high ponytails. Headbands are great and FRED Segal in Santa Monica has a nice selection. You can’t go wrong finding something unique and one-of-a-kind to make your statement.”
Celebrity Hairstylist Sean James

“These festivals are all about having fun! No time to worry about your hair. We will see a lot of braids, waves, and top knots; very effortless and easily maintained hair. Let’s not forget about chic scarves and hot hats a la Kate Moss.”
Ursula Stephen, Hair Expert, Visionary & Celebrity Stylist Ursula Stephen with clients that include Rihanna, Rita Ora, Kerry Washington, Iggy Azela and Mary J. Blige

“Music Festivals like Coachella and Lollapalooza are a great way to get creative with low maintenance hairstyles with a few hair pins, hair ties, products, tools and hair accessories that will keep your hair off your face. It is about beating the heat, being free and having fun! Some of the trends you will find at these festivals are top knots, braids such as the classic French braid, the reverse French braid, fishtail braids, and milkmaid braids, messy cool up do’s, ponytails, high and low, and loose pigtails (loose and braided). We will also see beautiful hair accessories —from headbands to colorful hair ties. To create these looks, use a dry shampoo, a great brush (such as the Angelo David Paddle Brush, hair pins and colorful hair accessories.”
Celebrity Hairstylist Meaghan Frayne of Angelo David Salon

Leaving your style to braids and tousled locks isn’t the only thing you need to be thinking about!  Color is just as important for the festivals!

“Let’s talk about hair color, hair color, hair color! Brunette is huge right now. Say goodbye to ombre —finally. Lots of polish & shine, gorgeous tresses —long locks. Gone is the Victoria Beckham razored look—we’re seeing lots of hair again and I’m loving the trend that’s perfect for music festivals.  I hope it’s here to stay.” Billy Lowe, Celebrity Hairstylist, Beauty Expert and Founder/CEO Gloss & Toss “Celebrity Shine in a Bottle!”

Whether you’re trying a gorgeous top knot, sexy milkmaid braids, or getting creative with color, one thing is for sure, these styles are easy to wear to music festivals—so you can sit back and enjoy!

* Images courtesy of Celebrity Hairstylist Sean James