We’ve all heard that helpful hairstyle tip that changing our side parts instantly elevates our locks. But for a few seasons, center-part hairstyles have reigned supreme on the runways. Not to mention on TikTok. Now you may be thinking there’s only so much you can do with a middle part. But that’s simply not the case. There are actually plenty of options so you can switch things up almost every single day.
From super slick strands to chill updos to head-turning braids, center parts are surprisingly versatile. They can come across as polished for a night out on the town. Or project more insouciance vibes with an intentionally haphazard hairdo.
Recent runways are a great source of inspo. Despite being created by a team of hairstylists, these hairstyles are relatively easy to recreate IRL. So you won’t have to risk running late for that office meeting or signing in online after a Zoom call has already started. We also made sure to include more low-key styles perfect for a weekend full of errands. Or one involving just kicking back at home. Especially with that someone special.
Ready for your part to take center stage this spring? Scroll down for 28 center-part hairstyles courtesy of the runways.
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Center-Parted Hairstyles
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Center-Parted Hairstyles #1
Nothing brings together a purposefully messy hairdo like a center part. Leave a few strands free to frame your face.
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Center-Parted Hairstyles #2
A sharp center part makes braided space buns out of this world.
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Center-Parted Hairstyles #3
Hair elastics are boring. Unless you crisscross them to create a faux ponytail.
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Center-Parted Hairstyles #4
Do get it twisted by wrapping your locks into a knot that sits at the nape of your neck.
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Center-Parted Hairstyles #5
This is how goth girls do pigtails. Simply slick back a center-parted mane and braid two stick-straight pigtails. Leave some strands free on each side to enhance the look.
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Center-Parted Hairstyles #6
Flaunt that center part by wearing a colorful headscarf off-center.
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Center-Parted Hairstyles #7
With undone finger waves accenting your center part, it’s the perfect "I woke up like this after the party of the year" look.
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Center-Parted Hairstyles #8
Amp up a center-parted updo with a chain-link headband. Pull a few locks loose upfront to frame your face.
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Center-Parted Hairstyles #9
Crimped locks look chic and surprisingly modern with a center part.
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Center-Parted Hairstyles #10
Clip both sides of your middle part back with hair pins, but leave a few damp wisps loose in front.
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Center-Parted Hairstyles #11
We loved the low, long braids at the Tory Burch Fall 2019 show. The key is to start with a center part for super sleek results.
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Center-Parted Hairstyles #12
The best way to flaunt intentionally darker roots? Center part your strands to show them off.
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Center-Parted Hairstyles #13
We’ve got your festival hairstyle figured out. Tuck center-parted strands into a thin choker for faux pigtail vibes.
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Center-Parted Hairstyles #14
Punctuate your part with a sky-high top knot.
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Center-Parted Hairstyles #15
Soaked strands are still trending so wear your part straight down the middle, but let a few locks hang loose on one side for an edgy spin.
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Center-Parted Hairstyles #16
Draw attention to your center part by positioning stray strands across your forehead.
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Center-Parted Hairstyles #17
For a romantic ‘do, pull half of your hair back into a bun. Just make sure you secure your roll so it lines up with your center part.
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Center-Parted Hairstyles #18
Balance out bold separated lashes with a center-parted ballerina bun.
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Center-Parted Hairstyles #19
Tie a black hair ribbon around your center-parted low pony for a cool-girl finish.
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Center-Parted Hairstyles #20
Loosen up a tightly wound low chignon by curling a few free strands to accent your strict center part.
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Center-Parted Hairstyles #21
Attention festivalgoers: skip glitter roots and just rock center-parted locks covered in pink sparkles.
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Center-Parted Hairstyles #22
Loosely pull some of your middle-parted wavy strands back into a half-updo.
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Center-Parted Hairstyles #23
Pigtails are all grown-up thanks to that crisp center part and the extra long braids.
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Center-Parted Hairstyles #24
Begin with a severe center part, then weave your hair into two braids starting at the nape of your neck.
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Center-Parted Hairstyles #25
Set off your center part by placing solitary braids on each side of your face. Take the look into 70s territory by sporting colored oversized shades.
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Center-Parted Hairstyles #26
Put a boho spin on the popular low pony by leaving it loose.
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Center-Parted Hairstyles #27
Keep your part clean and centered when sporting a half-updo.
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Center-Parted Hairstyles #28
A messy low bun is the perfect complement to center-parted locks.
