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This Shiny Hairstyle for Graduation

You can't go wrong with a simple hairstyle for graduation, so why not follow Addison Rae's lead and recreate this shiny blowout? A blunt middle part and glossy ends are nonnegotiable for this look (both of which will look cute under your cap).

✨Recreate it with: Oribe Royal Blowout Heat Styling Spray

This Pigtail Hairstyle for Graduation

Pull a Yara Shahidi and divide your hair into two long and low ponytails at the nape of your neck. Not only will this style look super cute during any post-ceremony festivities, but it'll also make a statement under your cap.

✨Recreate it with: Bread Beauty Supply Hair Oil Everyday Gloss

These Neon Streaks for Graduation

Sure, anyone can show up to graduation with a blunt haircut and a middle part, but how many people are going to throw in a couple face-framing neon streaks too? Cop Charli D'Amelio's look with vibrant purple highlights.

✨Recreate it with: Manic Panic Amplified Semi-Permanent Hair Color

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This Bubble Ponytail for Graduation

The easiest way to level-up your ponytail for graduation? Recreate this pretty bubble ponytail à la Tessa Thompson, which hairstylist Lacy Redway sectioned off with black ribbons. Pro tip: Set the base of your ponytail a tad lower than Tessa's—you'll still want to be able to fit your graduation cap over the look.

✨Recreate it with: Vatin Crushed Velvet Ribbon

This Low Ponytail for Graduation

Rather go the low-pony route with your graduate style? Part your hair slightly to the side like Madelaine Petsch and leave out a single piece to subtly frame your face. Bonus points for finishing off the look with a hair straightener or curling iron.

✨Recreate it with: L'ange Ondulé Curling Wand Blush

This Headband Hairstyle for Graduation

Here's a quick fix for styling your hair after you've been wearing a cap all morning: Part your hair down the middle and top it off with a cute headband like Lucy Hale's. Easy, right?

✨Recreate it with: Shashi Fort Knox Headband

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This Ultra-Sleek Blowout

This Braided Hairstyle for Graduation

Nothing will look cooler than this thick, chunky braid peeking out from underneath your cap. Don't forget to blast your hair with texturizing spray for extra grit.

✨Recreate it with: Virtue Texturizing Spray

This Super-Blunt Cut for Graduation

If you're not into the flat-cap look, tilt your cap back and secure it at an angle—that way you can still show off your bomb haircut, like this super-blunt lob.

✨Recreate it with: NatureLab Tokyo Perfect Shine Oil Mist

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This Subtle Braid for Graduation

If you plan on securing your cap closer to the crown of your head, add two accent braids on either side of your part for a fun touch.

✨Recreate it with: Kitsch Brown No-Snag Elastics

These Old-Hollywood Waves for Graduation

This Natural Hairstyle for Graduation

Rock your natural curls with ease by enlisting the help of this super-brilliant hack from Chizi Duru (which, spoiler, involves adhering a simple headband to the center of your cap for extra hold).

✨Recreate it with: Willbond Plastic Plain Headbands

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This Bun Hairstyle for Graduation

These Loose Waves for Graduation

These Bouncy Curls for Graduation

Opt for a simple, timeless look that even your grandmother will appreciate, like these classic ribbon curls.

✨Recreate it with: Hot Tools 24K Gold Curling Iron

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This Faux-Bob Hairstyle for Graduation

This Long Hairstyle for Graduation

These Beach Waves for Graduation

Grab a curling iron and texturizing spray to create the prettiest set of all-over beach waves. Bonus: This one will also look super cute under your cap.

✨Recreate it with: Ouai Texturizing Hair Spray

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These Short Braids for Graduation

Center-parted braids that hit right at your chin are a damn pretty way to style your cap and gown. Smooth a little hair oil on your scalp for extra hydration.

✨Recreate it with: Curlsmith Scalp Stimulating Booster

This Half-Up Ponytail for Graduation

Ruby was the beauty editor at Cosmopolitan, where she covered beauty across print and digital. Her work has appeared on The Zoe Report, Fashionista, and StyleCaster. Follow her on Instagram. 

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