40 Sparkly Christmas and New Year’s Eve Hairstyles

Winter holidays give us a great opportunity to look special and celebrate with style. That’s why choosing Christmas and New Year’s Eve hairstyles is as important as picking out a festive outfit. We have found the most gorgeous and stylish hair ideas that are going to brighten your holidays and make them even more remarkable.

Whether you’re celebrating at home or out on the town, find your ideal hairstyle below!

1. Textured Middle Bun

This chic updo is the perfect amount of holiday festive and romantic. The hair is tousled and shaped into an airy bun with a messy feel. The style is finished with a tendril escaping one side and a sparkly hair accessory that’s perfect for the holiday season.

2. Long Bob with a Side Braid

This look is more casual than you would expect a party glam to be, but it is still incredibly chic. Here, you have a slightly tousled long bob that is gracefully accentuated with a delicate side braid.

3. Fishtail Crown Braid

Braided crowns are one of the most popular hairstyles of the moment, and they are definitely going to remain in trend. This pretty, blonde version is skillfully executed and styled to perfection, making it great for a host of holiday activities. Add a dainty yet sparkly hair accessory or do glitter roots to make the updo stand out.

4. Messy Off-Center Buns

Sure, traditional buns are generally placed high, low, on the side or in the middle of the head, however, modern versions follow their own styling blueprint. This look features two off-center messy buns placed on each side of the head. The final touch is a chic gold crown that sits off to one side for a regal holiday look.

5. Low Knot with Side Twists

Featuring a collection of side flat twists that are fed into a low bun, this hairstyle is a completely different way to wear your hair for parties. The focal points of the look, however, are the multi-colored, bejeweled ear cuff and the matching hair accessory that leads towards the bun.

6. High Textured Ponytail

Ponytails are one of the few hairstyles that are appropriate for every occasion, even during the holiday season. This ponytail is pretty and party-ready, thanks to the mass of voluminous blonde waves held in place with the braided base. The placement of this ponytail is high on the head, which allows the long, touchable curls to cascade over the shoulders, framing and softening the face.

7. Low Twisted Chignon

Here, you have a chignon that is worn at the nape of the neck while the front is lightly twisted on the side. The rest of the hair is very sleek and polished, which is the perfect canvas for the simple silver headband pushed towards the crown.

8. Teased Updo

A little teasing goes a long way, as evidenced by this voluminous updo. Set with a hairspray, it creates a strong base that guarantees the updo will hold through the dancing and other festivities of your holiday celebration. The added touch of a floral hair accessory is a nice complement to the final look.

9. Spiky Pixie Style

This spiky pixie style is great for round faces and for women who want a different look for the holiday season. To dress this style up a bit, you could also wear a fun hair accessory – a headband or even a necklace!

10. Messy Updo with Side Bangs

This updo is a hundred percent effortless, same as it looks. Medium-sized sections of hair are twisted and pinned in random order, with a bit of flyaways to enhance the messy feel. A gold leaf headband is a nice finishing touch to pull everything together.

11. Side Braid and a Wavy Pony

The greatest thing about a well-placed braid is that it can transform even the most understated hairstyle into something truly gorgeous. This extremely long wavy pony is worn to the side and combined with a half-braided crown, also placed on the same side. The crown is lightly teased for added height and a nice element of drama.

12. Side-Parted Crown Braids

The only thing better than a single crown braid is two crown braids! It may sound odd, but while the finished look is different, it’s also perfect as your festive glam.

13. Curly Bob with a Side Braid

The hairstyle in this photo is a nice mix of dressy and casual glam. Here, a bob is amped up with thick curls. An unfinished side braid is placed in front along the hairline, and a single sparkly hair clip is added to keep the look festive.

14. Sculpted Side Chignon

Some hairstyles are simply too pretty and perfect to be real. This gorgeous loose updo is sure to turn the head of everyone you are passing by. Being expertly sculpted and styled to perfection, the side ‘do also bears a distinct retro feel. The addition of an embellished hair comb is the beautiful final touch.

15. Messy Faux Bob

Bring the retro style of the 1920s to your holiday party this year and give this Great Gatsby-inspired ‘do a try. A faux bob is created by pinning textured locks under and leaving a few wisps of hair out for a cute undone look. To complete this gorgeous look, add an embellished headband featuring rhinestones or feathers.

16. Long Side Braid

“Classy”, “simple” and “to the point” are the attributes to describe this flirty side hairstyle. Worn extremely long, this platinum blonde side braid also features a half-braided crown. Keep this hairstyle party-ready by adding a foil leaf crown like the one seen here.

17. Loose Swirly Updo

A highly teased crown is always a welcomed addition to any updo. This stunning night-out look is everything you want a low bun to be. The crown has lots of volume and the front is parted on the side. The actual bun is formed into a swirl shape, while a gold leaf hair accessory is sitting right above, at its base.

18. Fauxhawk Updo

What sets this different look apart is that it successfully combines extreme teasing and braids to form a fauxhawk updo that has a personality and creative flair. There is also some intricate pinning and tucking to keep the hair in place.

19. Messy Beehive Updo

Here’s another chic, retro hairstyle that is 100% party-ready. In this case, you have a messy updo that is basically a beehive in silhouette. There is also a soft side bang to keep the look feminine. The finishing touch is a striking sequin headband worn as an embellishment sectioning out the bangs.

20. Thick Textured Ponytail

Nice and pretty, this dramatic ponytail is ideal for those who have naturally thick, curly hair or those who long to experiment with extensions. The hair is filled with tons of curls before it is placed into a middle ponytail. The front is sculpted, while the base of the ponytail is highlighted by a pearl hair accessory.

21. Messy Fishtail Style

This chic hairstyle is loose, messy, and voluminous. Pulling at your fishtail, once it’s ready, you’ll achieve a chunkier braid. Consider also dimensional highlights. They are going to provide the added volume.

22. Bouffant Ponytail

Ponytail is never out of fashion, because it’s quick and easy to style, and you can achieve both simple casual and fancy versions of the hairdo. When you make a bouffant, lifting your top locks at the roots, you always come up with a chicer pony. Wrapping the elastic with a strand of hair to hide it also moves your pony hairstyle to the next level.

23. Loopy Mohawk Braid

Luxurious long hair will let you experiment with any type of updos and loose styles. This loopy Mohawk braid is in absolute harmony with the texture of the golden dress.

24. Soft Curly Pixie Style

If your outfit is overloaded with decorative details, it’s better to choose a simple hairstyle. Light curls look adorable on short locks, especially if your hair color is dark blonde or light brown. Take these irresistible tresses curved towards and away from the face as your next hair inspo!

25. Backcombed Textured Bixie

Jennifer Lawrence is gorgeous whether she is rocking long locks or a short haircut. In case your hair is short, check this easy hairstyle. Jennifer’s short tresses are lifted at the roots and curled into light waves.

26. Low Messy Knot

If you are looking for lovely hair ideas, try Keri Russell’s “cozy” updo. The side-parted locks are gathered at the nape into a low messy knot. Highlights always refresh your look and add an extra flattering touch to the simplest hairstyles.

27. Pompadour Hairstyle

Here is a hairstyle variety that doesn’t look old-fashioned despite the evident sleekness around Nicole’s face. Her bangs are lifted above her forehead in a sort of pompadour style to achieve an updo with an aristocratic flair. It’s quite laconic, so you can afford eye-catching accessories which would appear too massive under other circumstances.

28. Curly Side-Swept Hairdo

This style is ideal for fans of romantic hairdos. Such cute lovely curls can be quickly shaped with ceramic flat irons. The shine is guaranteed without any commercial products. Sweep your curls to one side and fix them with bobby pins.

29. Loose Hair with a Headband

Dakota doesn’t rock any fancy evening hairstyles, giving her preference to wear her locks down most of the time. Complement your freely flowing locks with a cute headband and shine bright at your party!

30. Braided Hairstyle

Bailee Madison has already become a style icon for many girls worldwide. Milkmaid braid looks sweet and not overly festive, but it can turn you from a girl-next-door into a super-stylish lady.

31. Ultra Short Asymmetric Style

Rihanna often rocks the most exquisite short punk hairstyles that are hard to look away from. The main thing is to style the bangs properly and lift the longer tresses at the roots. Bright makeup and a showy short hairstyle are a chic combo!

32. Brushed Back Pixie

Are you used to thinking of pixie as a boyish haircut? Carey Mulligan shows us how to transform it into a very feminine look. Her short locks are lifted at the roots above the forehead and combed back. The soft, smooth waves give the illusion of an updo. Fix your hairstyle with hairspray to keep all the locks in place. You may resort to bobby pins to curb the most disobedient strands.

33. Upswept Pixie Style

One of Bond’s girlfriends, Halle Berry, has made a short pixie haircut a part of her signature style. For special occasions, the actress lifted her strands up in a sort of spikes. A rebellious short ‘do in the chic-rock style looks extremely feminine and eye-catching.

34. Backcombed Hair with a Headband

Now when it’s trendy to darken the roots even in blondes, you can come up with brighter and more creative party hairstyles. Although the trend has been popular for a while, Dianna Agron’s ashy blonde locks, darkened at the roots, look fresh and unhackneyed. She adds a whimsical headband to support the black of her dress. It’s easy to achieve the volume with backcombing.

35. Wavy Faux Bob Hairstyle

Katy Perry’s look fits organically into the style of the ’20s. A faux bob hairstyle is a great base for such a look. Note that you need sleek, shiny waves for the glam. A beaded headband and a string of pearls are perfect accessories to go with a hairdo.

36. Shattered Waves Hairdo

Those who do not plan to style anything fancy may like Taylor Swift’s cute curly hairstyle for medium length hair. Taylor’s bangs are curled to shape a solid curvy lock, and her face-framing tresses are transformed into embossed waves which do not blend, but feature a fabulous shattered texture.

37. Low Nape Bun

Keira Knightley’s personal style has evolved from ultra-short sassy haircuts to long feminine locks and elegant updos. Keira’s romantic Jane-Austen-inspired updo is made on the base of light waves, fixed at the nape as a compact low knot. Occasional strands can be embellished by New Year’s theme hair clips.

38. Side-Parted Hollywood Waves

Kim Kardashian’s glossy brunette locks look gorgeous with large glossy waves. Inspired by the Golden Hollywood Era, the hairstyle embodies femininity and allure. The combination of dark bitter chocolate and medium brown adds to the glam.

39. Messy Side Braid Hairstyle

Side asymmetric ‘dos always look just a bit fancier than casual symmetric hairstyles. Besides, if you do not plan to look too festive when partying with friends, an informal side downdo with a messy touch is exactly what’s needed.

40. Babette Hairstyle

To recreate the style, gather your locks into a pony with an elastic. Apply another elastic 2-3 inches lower than the base of your pony. Sweep your pony forward and fix it on your crown, a few inches above the second elastic, with 2 pro hair clips. Now place a bumpit over the two elastics and, wrapping the base of your pony, fix it with bobby pins. Next, remove the hair clips and throw your pony back. Now you only need to wrap the bumpit with your tresses and tuck their ends.

Festive hairdos are quite diverse. You can choose something simple or elegant, short or long, curly, wavy or straight. Experiment with hair accessories and try to find a style that will be in harmony with your outfit. Be creative and express yourself in bright sparkly looks!