Old school hairstyles are in trend once again. While seemingly archaic and dated, these vintage, cowgirl hairstyles with hats go beyond time and look just as voguish now as they did in the ’60s. 

Braids are most popular amongst cowgirl hairstyles with hats. These styles require parting the hair from the middle and put together with two ponytails or braids. 

You can also have your hair down, styling it with a hat, which is usual for the cowgirl look. 

These are not just fun looks for a themed party, you can try out these western cowgirl hairstyles with hats in the summer or on vacation for a stylish look. 

Here are some of my favorite cowgirl hairstyles with hats that you can try today. Check them out!

Cowgirl Hairstyles With Hats

1910’s Cowboy Braids

1910 cowboy braids give you a vintage and classy look. Any girl can flaunt this hairstyle in the best way possible.

Things you need to create this look: 

• Hair extensions (if you have short hair)

• Pins

• Hairspray

• Rawhide pieces

• Hat

How to create this look:

1. Prepare your hair for styling.
2. Wear extensions on your head.
3. Tease hair at the crown to give your hair an Edwardian look. The Edwardian look is lofty around the face. It will look even better if you have curly hair. 
4. Do backcombing of your crown strands.
5. Divide each strand into three sections to make puffy braids.
6. Try to twist these braids away from the face, because it gives you face-framing. And your hair is ready to steal hearts.

Simple Hat Cowgirl Hairstyles

The simple hat cowgirl hairstyle is amongst the top-rated in the culture. Braids are well-known amongst cowgirl hairstyles. It is a simple yet elegant hairstyle to make you look chic. 

Things you need to create this style:

• Curler

• Pins

• Comb

• Scrunchy

• Hat

How to create this look:

1. To style this look, your hair should reach the shoulders. 

2. You can create this look by combing your crown hair in two different directions.

3. Give your hair a wavy look and keep the length equal on both sides. 

4. To spice up the look, give your hair an ombre tinge of blonde and black.

5. At the end, wear a cowgirl hat.

Basic Back Braid

The best thing about this hairstyle is that it is best for every hair, countenance, and appearance. It is one of the simplest hairstyles for cowgirls to try with a hat. 

You can also try out these cowgirl hairstyles with a bandana instead of a hat. 

Things you need to create this style:

• Hair tie

• Brush

• Ribbons

• Bobby pins

• Hat

How to create this look:

1. Comb your hair backward and divide them into three parts. 

2. Now twist them to make a tight braid.

3. To add beauty to your hairstyle, you should use hair bands that match your hair color.

4. If you have dark red hair, you can choose to wear a brown hair tie. 

5. If you have light red hair, use a beige hair tie. Consider using ribbons as well to create a chic look.

Puffy Cowboy Hairstyle

It is a great hairstyle that needs very little effort. If you are going out with friends, you can create this look in a very short time.

Things you need to create this style:

• Hairspray

• Elastic Ties

• Hairbrush

• Hat

How to create this look:

1. Prepare your hair for styling

2. Straighten your hair.

3. Create two pigtails just below the ear.

4. Wear one more hair tie a little lower than the upper tie.

5. Pull out the hair from each side to make that portion puffy.

6. And repeat the process until you get the perfect cowgirl hairstyle. 

This hairstyle is perfect to style with or without a hat.

Pinup Vintage Cowgirl Hairstyle

A good hairstyle is enough to give you all the confidence. This pinup vintage cowgirl hairstyle will give you the perfect look with a hat.

Things you need to create this style:

• Hairspray

• Bobby Pins

• Hair Gel/Cream

• Hat

How to create this look:

1. Brush your hair properly 

2. Separate your hair right down the middle in two sections. 

3. Use a brush to make your hair smooth.

4. Make two more sections in the front and tease the hair to give volume.

5. Use hair spray to keep the volume throughout the day. 

6. Twist the hair right by the ear and use a bobby pin right behind the ear. 

7. Do the same thing on the other side. 

8. Move to the back of the hair and use hair cream to smooth the flyaway hair. 

9. Make braids to move down. Now twist the braid and make a bun on both sides.

Maile Cowgirl Hairstyle

Creating this cowgirl hairstyle is not difficult at all. This super cool hairstyle is a head-turner. Any girl can style this look easily with an accessory-like hat.

Things you need to create this style:

• Bobby pins 

• Elastic band

• Hair Spray

• Hat

How to create this look:

1. Use a comb to make your hair smooth 

2. Split your hair down the middle. 

3. Take the divided hair and keep looping. Create buns at the back of the hair. 

4. Twist the remaining hair around the bun and secure them with pins.

5. Set them with hairspray at the end.

6. You are ready to flaunt this beautiful hairstyle.

Real Deal Fish Tail

The real deal fishtail is so popular among cowgirls. This is one of the easy western hairstyles that looks great with a hat. 

Things you need to create this style:

• Elastic Band

• Hair Spray

• Comb

• Accessories (hat)

How to create this look:

1. Put all your hair on one side and divide them into two sections.

2. Take one strand of one side and wrap it around the other side.

3. Take the strand of the other side and wrap it around the opposite side.

4. Continue doing that until you get the perfect fish braids.

Sleek Back Ponytail Hairstyle

Choose a sleek back ponytail hairstyle if you wish to give your long hair some breathing space. This look is best to style with a hat.

Things you need to create this look:

• Curler

• Hair Spray

• Hair Tie

• Hat

How to create this look:

1. Comb your hair properly

2. Sleek your hair backward.

3. Combine the sleeked back hair with some section of side hair.

4. Make waves of your draped hair with the help of a curler and tie them into a ponytail. 

5. Take your fringe hair and plait it into braids.

Tendril Hairstyle

You call it a tendril hairstyle because it makes your hair look like a tendril. To spice up the look, you can wear a hat.

Things you need to create this style:

• Brush

• Scrunchy

• Hair Spray

• Hat

How to create this look:

1. Brush your hair to untangle them.

2. Make two sections of your hair.

3. Make braids on each side and combine them. Direct the braids to the left side of the head.

4. Secure the plaiting at a certain level and leave the rest of the hair-free.

5. At the end, brush the fringe hair and left of the hair on the left side.

Rockstar Cowgirl Hairstyle

You can try out this look if you want bangs or fringes with your hairstyle. Also, it’s a great cowgirl hairstyle for short hair. 

Things you need to create this look:

• Scissors

• Comb

• Hair spray

• Accessories (hat)

How to create this look:

1. Initiate by carefully trimming your fringe hair to set with your eyelashes.

2. Brush your side head hair to its respective side. 

3. Start braiding your hair on each side after the ear region.

4. Make two braids on each side of the head.

5. Spice up this style by wearing a dark color cowboy hat.

6. This hairstyle is best for any type of hair.

Country Girl Hairstyle

This is one of the old western hairstyles that looks just as good today. Creating this beautiful look is not a difficult task at all.  It will give you a simple yet stylish look. 

Things you need to create this style:

• Bobby Pins

• Elastic Band

• Hair Spray

• Accessories (hat)

How to create this look: 

1. Focus on the left side of your head. 

2. Disperse blonde and black color on your hair. Let blonde color cover the greater area.

3. Weave or twist your hair from the temple towards the left. Keep doing it until it reaches the side of the adjoined hair.

4. It is most definitely worth trying out.

Straight Layered Hairdo 

It is a great hairstyle that you can achieve by putting a zero effort. You will not have to stand in front of the mirror for a long time. This hairstyle will give you a stylish look.

Things you need to create this look:

• Hair straightener

• Hair spray

• Comb

How to create this look:

1. Untangle your hair properly.

2. Part your hair from the middle

3. Straighten your hair.

4. Spay the hair to secure them throughout the day.

In conclusion

Cowgirl hairstyles with hats are fun, trendy, and easy to do. 

These hairstyles can go well with just any accessory and not just the cowboy hat. 

Which of the above styles did you find interesting? Let us know in the comments.