Holiday parties are the best time to bring out your A-game when it comes to style. With these 10 easy DIY hair tutorials, you can transform your locks from bland to grand. All you need are a few simple hair styling staples like a curling iron and hairspray to get gorgeous styles. Plus, these aren’t just great for the holidays, you can rock them all year long.
Check out our picks below, featuring hair styles for all lengths.
1.) Fishtail Side Braid
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In this tutorial, Breann shows how to get a messy side fishtail braid in under five minutes. This style is perfect for throwing you hair up while traveling between holiday parties.
2.) Short Hair Ponytail
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If you have shorter, shoulder-length hair, this pretty knotted ponytail is perfect for you. Read the full tutorial here.
3.) Blown-Back Pixie Cut
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Pixie cuts seem to have limited styling options, but with a straightening iron, some pomade and a headband, you can create this blown out, textured look.
4.) Wavy Bob
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Add some volume to your bob cut with a curling iron and hairspray. Read the tutorial here.
5.) Add a Ribbon
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This style is as simple as it gets; add a ribbon to your ponytail, et voilà!
6.) High Bun
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Create a sock bun sans sock using bobby pins and a curling iron. Check out the tutorial here.
7.) Waves with a Headband
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This hairdo is not only stylish, but will also keep your hair out of your face for holiday festivities. Get the step-by-step here.
8.) Messy French Twist
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This style is a relaxed version of the classic french twist. It’s formal when you want it to be, and casual when you don’t. See the tutorial here.
9.) Braided Top Bun
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This fun and flirty style is perfect for a friend’s party or a more formal affair. See the steps here.
10.) Loose Waves
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Hairspray and a wide brush turns tightly wound curls into romantic waves. See the details here.
Have these looks inspired you to spice up your hairstyles this season? Share which one you’ll wear at your next holiday party!
