Discover the Top 20 Cowgirl Hairstyles

Cowgirl hairstyles never fail to amaze carefree souls trying to embrace the western lifestyle. If you also fall into the same boat, we have got you covered in this ultimate guide.

In it, we will dig deeper into 20 exclusive cowgirl hairstyles you should try in 2025. So, without any further ado, let’s begin exploring them!

1. Long Bob with a Hat

If you have a long bob, you can try an effortless cowgirl hairstyle by styling your long bob with a cowgirl hat. You can add a pop of color to your bob for a playful touch, fiery red hues may do that for you. If you have short hair, you can put on a wear-and-go bob wig to get some length and volume around your face.

2. Sleek Back High Ponytail

Pull back your hair tightly and create a sleek, high ponytail, securing it with a rubber band. For a cleaner look, wrap a few strands around the elastic band to hide it. You can just wrap a bandana at the ponytail base.

3. Textured Ponytail with Face Frame

They say cowgirl hairstyles are all about volume, so why not try something voluminous, like a textured ponytail with face framing?

Gather all your hair into a mid-high ponytail and use hair setting spray and a comb to add that much-needed volume to your ponytail. Some curls can also help create that bouncy look. Some strands from the front can be left out for a face-framing effect.

4. Bubble Pigtail Braids

If you have long, wavy hair, this bubble braid hairstyle will look absolutely awesome. Instead of doing simple pigtail braids, make two long bubble braids with embellishments at the end of each bubble. These could be cowgirl-inspired or simple gold-colored clip-ins.

5. Two-Sided Braids with Side Bangs

If you have been thinking of two-sided braids as a schoolgirl hairstyle, you need to rethink, as these braids are one of the most classic cowgirl hairstyles.

You can create them simply by parting your hair in the middle, braiding loosely on both sides, and leaving a few strands from the front for a face-shaping effect. Pair with a cowgirl hat for an adventurous touch.

6. Feed-in Braids

Some protective hairstyles are also cowgirl-inspired, like the boho feed-in braids.

To make them, section your hair into several parts and begin tightly braiding each of the sections while adding bulk human hair extensions. Now, grab all your braids and tie a high ponytail. You can also do a half-up bun or just leave your braids as is for a carefree look. It’s entirely up to your creativity and what you think will suit you more.

7. Double Dutch Braids

Next comes double Dutch braids. You can either keep them simple with your natural hair or try to be creative by adding some different color extensions. These will also add length to your braids. A key tip is to keep the braids tight on the top and longer down your back for that stunning cowgirl look.

8. Braided Space Bun

If you like space buns, you can try this hairstyle. Part your hair from the middle and create two small braids, wrapping them later into space buns. Add some glitter to your central part for a playful touch. The rest of the hair can be left straight, or you can do thin braids on random strands.

9. Half-Up with Chunky Double Braids

Well, if you don’t want to do all dutch braids, you can try this cowgirl hairstyle.

Simply part your hair from the middle and make 2 Dutch braids, without braiding all the hair on both sides. Tie these braids with an elastic band and wrap some hair strands around it for proper coverage. Lastly, add some loose, wavy curls to elevate the overall look. It might take time to make, but trust me, the effort will be worth it for any cowgirl's look.

10. One-Sided Braid Hairstyle

Another cowgirl hairstyle for those who want to rock the look while not putting in that much effort.

Gather all your hair on one shoulder and loosely braid on one side. Leave some flyaways out from the other side for that imperfect look. Pair with a cowgirl hat to complete your look. You can also add extensions to add length to your braid if you have short hair or just want your braid to be a bit longer.

If you want to get the same look with the picture shows, create full head micro braids first, then do the side braid, the result is amazing!

11. Messy Bun with a Bandana

Just grab all your hair and tie it up into a messy bun, leaving some strands out for that perfectly imperfect look. To make it look more cowgirl-inspired, you can wear a bandana across your neck and a button-up shirt, maybe, to complete your playful look. A bandana can also be wrapped around the base of a messy bun. The possibilities are endless, just play with different options.

12. Twisted Side Bun

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Pull your hair back tightly, leave some strands out for face framing, and make a twisted side bun. You can pair this hairstyle with a cowgirl hat and a colorful bodysuit to complete your look. It’ll surely look incredible.

13. Double Braided Pony

Another cute hairstyle that elevates a simple ponytail to something chic and sophisticated. Wrap all your hair into a ponytail and a double braid to add flair to your look with minimal effort. You can braid in a bandana for a more creative touch or just tie it at the end of your braid.

14. Waterfall Braid with Waves

This hairstyle is your go-to pick if you want to keep your cowgirl look simple and minimalist, or when you don't have a cowgirl hat to complete your look. It's a simple waterfall braid paired with loose waves.

You can create waterfall braids with fingers, detangle your hair, and start braiding from the front toward the crown. Repeat the same on the other side and tie the ends together with a rubber band. You can add embellishments or just add some glitter for a playful touch.

15. Pigtail Braids

Pigtail braids never fail to give cowgirl vibes. Partition your hair from the center and make two pigtail braids, one on either side. Pair this hairstyle with bold makeup, maybe a white winged liner, and add gold clip-in embellishments. You can also wear a cowgirl hat with this hairstyle.

16. Sleek Straight Jet Black Hairstyle

If you have long, black hair, you can pull off this hairstyle. As the name indicates, it's a carefree look with untamed jet black hair.

Just let your hair fall freely on your shoulders or add some layers for a voluminous effect. This way, you can rock a day on the ranch. The best part is that you can easily braid your hair with your desired technique for a change of pace.

If your hair is not long enough, consider investing in a buss down sleek straight wig to get this look.

17. Messy Loose Braid

This one might be tricky to make but with a minimal effort you can pull it off well. All you need to do is create a braid and pull off strands from wherever you see fit to create a messy effect. Add cowgirl-inspired accessories to complete your look, and voila, you are all set to rock the day!

18. Bouncy Curls

This is an ideal hairstyle for curly girls. Just embrace your natural beauty and boost your confidence. For girls with type 4c hair, it may be hard to achieve, consider grabbing a glueless curly wig to get the final look.

19. Mid Length Locs With Beads

If you are looking for a low maintenance and artistic hairstyle, this mid length locs hairstyle is for you, add some colorful beads to upgrade your hairstyle to a new level.

20. Flowing Waves

Last but not least, we have flowing waves. For women who don't want to do complex hairstyles, this flowing waves hairstyle may suit you best.

To create it, just grab your curling iron to create the beautiful waves. The longer the hair, the better. If you want to add more length or volume, a wavy wig is a great option.

Cowgirl hairstyles are becoming a sensation among Gen Z, as they want to exude carefree vibes on ranch days or simply when they feel like it. We have listed 20 different versions you can try in 2025. Hope you find them worth reading. Do let us know which one you like the most!