36 Midjourney Prompts for Hairstyles
Whether you’re designing a character or considering a new look for yourself or a client, Midjourney can help you visualize a vast array of hairstyles in breathtaking fashion.
In this blog post, we’ll discuss how to use Midjourney prompts effectively to generate various hairstyles and provide you with extensive lists of hairstyles to inspire you. Let’s get started!
Using Midjourney Prompts for Hairstyles
Crafting the perfect prompt is key to generating the desired hairstyle with Midjourney. To achieve the best results, be specific with your descriptions – mention the length, texture, color, and any unique characteristics of the hairstyle you have in mind. The more detailed your prompt, the more accurate the generated image will be.
Best Midjourney Prompts for Hairstyles
To kickstart your hairstyle exploration, we’ve compiled lists of 25 popular and interesting hairstyles for each gender. Use these as a starting point and feel free to mix and match elements to create unique looks!
But first, we need a model for our many hairstyles. Let’s go with Natasha Romanoff, the Black Widow herself!
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Women’s Hairstyles:
Pixie Cut Hairstyle
A short, chic style with the hair cropped close to the head and often featuring side-swept or short bangs.
/imagine film still, portrait of natasha romanoff, pixie haircut, salon photography
Bob Hairstyle
A classic, short-to-medium length cut with straight hair ending around jaw level, often with a fringe or bangs.
/imagine film still, portrait of natasha romanoff, bob haircut, salon photography
Lob (Long Bob) Hairstyle
A longer version of the bob, typically ending around collarbone level.
/imagine film still, portrait of natasha romanoff, long bob haircut, salon photography 
Layered Haircut
A haircut with various lengths throughout, adding volume and movement to the hair.
/imagine film still, portrait of natasha romanoff, layered haircut, salon photography
Asymmetrical Haircut
A hairstyle with uneven lengths on either side, often longer on one side and shorter on the other.
/imagine film still, portrait of natasha romanoff, asymmetrical haircut, salon photography 
Blunt Cut Hairstyle
A haircut with a straight, even edge, often at shoulder length or shorter.
/imagine film still, portrait of natasha romanoff, blunt cut hairstyle, salon photography
Shag Haircut
A layered, textured haircut that gives a “messy” or “lived-in” look.
/imagine film still, portrait of natasha romanoff, shag haircut, salon photography 
French Twist
An elegant updo where the hair is twisted and pinned at the back of the head.
/imagine film still, portrait of natasha romanoff, french twist hairstyle, salon photography 
Buzzcut
A very short haircut where the hair is shaved close to the scalp.
/imagine film still, portrait of natasha romanoff, buzzcut, salon photography
Braided Updo
A hairstyle where braids are incorporated into an updo.
/imagine film still, portrait of natasha romanoff, braided updo hairstyle, salon photography
Fishtail Braid
A type of braid that resembles a fishtail, created by weaving small sections of hair together.
/imagine film still, portrait of natasha romanoff, fishtail braid, salon photography
Dutch braid
A braid created by crossing sections of hair under one another, resulting in a raised, 3D appearance.
/imagine film still, portrait of natasha romanoff, dutch braid, salon photography
French Braid
A braid created by crossing sections of hair over one another, incorporating strands from the sides as the braid progresses.
/imagine film still, portrait of natasha romanoff, french braid, salon photography
Chignon Hairstyle
A low, elegant bun at the nape of the neck.
/imagine film still, portrait of natasha romanoff, chignon hairstyle, salon photography
Half Up Half Down
A hairstyle where the top portion of the hair is pulled back, while the bottom half remains loose.
/imagine film still, portrait of natasha romanoff, half-up half-down hairstyle, salon photography
Curly Hair With Bangs
Curly hair paired with a fringe or bangs, either curly or straight.
/imagine film still, portrait of natasha romanoff with curly hair with bangs, salon photography 
Bangs
A hairstyle feature where the hair is cut and styled to fall across the forehead. Bangs can be short or long, straight or textured, and can be customized to suit various face shapes and personal preferences.
/imagine film still, portrait of natasha romanoff with bangs, salon photography
Ponytail
a classic and versatile hairstyle where the hair is gathered and secured at the back of the head using a hair tie, creating a simple and practical look that suits various occasions and hair types.
/imagine film still, portrait of natasha romanoff with a long ponytail, salon photography
Beach Waves Hairstyle
Loose, tousled waves that give a relaxed, beachy vibe.
/imagine film still, portrait of natasha romanoff with beach waves hairstyle, salon photography 
Afro
A voluminous, natural hairdo typically associated with people of African descent, characterized by tight curls that form a rounded, cloud-like shape around the head.
/imagine film still, portrait of natasha romanoff with an afro, salon photography
Pin Curls
Small, tight curls formed by wrapping sections of hair around fingers and securing with pins.
/imagine film still, portrait of natasha romanoff with pin curls hairstyle, salon photography
Box Braids
A hairstyle where hair is sectioned into squares and braided, often with added extensions.
/imagine film still, portrait of natasha romanoff with box braids, salon photography
Rainbow Hair Color
A hairstyle which has gained more popularity in recent years by dying sections to look like colors of the rainbow.
/imagine film still, portrait of natasha romanoff with rainbow hair color, salon photographyMen’s Hairstyles:
Our model for this section will be none other than the God of Thunder: Thor!
Buzz Cut
A very short haircut where the hair is shaved close to the scalp.
/imagine film still, portrait of thor with a buzz cut, hair salon photography
Quiff Hairstyle
A hairstyle where the front section of hair is swept up and back, with shorter sides and back.
/imagine film still, portrait of thor with a quiff hairstyle, hair salon photography
Pompadour
A hairstyle with the hair swept up and back from the forehead, often with volume at the front.
/imagine film still, portrait of thor with a pompadour, hair salon photography
Slicked Back Hairstyle
A hairstyle where the hair is combed back and kept in place with styling products.
/imagine film still, portrait of thor with a slicked-back hairstyle, hair salon photography
Crew Cut
A short haircut with the hair tapered on the sides and back, and slightly longer on top.
/imagine film still, portrait of thor with a short crew cut haircut, hair salon photography
Faux Hawk
A style where the hair is longer in the center and shorter on the sides, resembling a mohawk but without shaving the sides.
/imagine film still, portrait of thor with a faux hawk, hair salon photography
Undercut
A hairstyle with short or shaved sides and a longer top section.
/imagine film still, portrait of thor with an undercut hairstyle, hair salon photography
Afro Hairstyle
A natural, rounded hairstyle with tight curls or coils.
/imagine film still, portrait of thor with an afro, hair salon photography 
Dreadlocks
A hairstyle where hair is sectioned and matted into chunky strands.
/imagine film still, portrait of thor with dreadlocks, hair salon photography
Taper Fade Hairstyle
A haircut where the hair gradually shortens from the top down to the sides and back, fading into the skin.
/imagine film still, portrait of thor with a taper fade haircut. hair salon photography
Bowl Cut
A haircut where the hair is cut straight around the head, resembling a bowl shape.
/imagine film still, portrait of thor with a bowl cut hairstyle, hair salon photography 
Cornrows
A braided hairstyle with hair tightly braided close to the scalp in rows.
/imagine film still, portrait of thor with a cornrows, hair salon photography
Top Knot / Man Bun
A hairstyle where the hair is gathered and tied into a small knot at the top of the head.
/imagine film still, portrait of thor with a top knot hairstyle, hair salon photographyOther Men’s Hairstyles to Try
- Side Part: A classic hairstyle with a distinct side parting, often accompanied by a tapered or faded cut on the sides.
- Ivy League: A refined, short haircut with a side part and slightly longer hair on top.
- Spiky Hair: A hairstyle where the hair is styled into upright spikes using styling products.
- High and Tight: A military-inspired haircut with very short sides and a slightly longer top section.
- French Crop: A short haircut with a blunt, straight fringe and tapered sides.
- Hard Part: A hairstyle with a shaved parting, often accompanying a fade or undercut.
- Messy Hair: A casual, tousled hairstyle that appears slightly disheveled.
- Curly Hair with Fade: A hairstyle that combines curly hair on top with a faded cut on the sides and back.
- Textured Crop: A short, layered haircut with added texture and volume.
- Caesar Cut: A short haircut with a horizontal fringe and tapered sides, inspired by Julius Caesar.
Conclusion
Midjourney’s versatility is truly remarkable, and its potential for visualizing hairstyles is just one of its many applications. With the extensive lists of hairstyles provided, you have an excellent starting point to create unique hairdos for your characters or preview a new look for yourself. When you are done, not take one of these AI headshot generators for a spin?
Remember, the key to generating accurate images is crafting specific and detailed prompts. Keep experimenting!
