Get office-ready in minutes!
How many times have you stood in front of the mirror at 7 AM, wondering what to do with your hair? You could go for another slicked-back bun, but honestly, another boring look is the last thing you want right now.
Being a corporate girl doesn’t mean your hair has to be predictable or plain. Your tresses deserve a little love, and mixing things up can actually make getting dressed for work feel fun again. Here are five office hairstyles that’ll keep you looking polished and professional while giving you something fresh to try throughout the week.
If you’ve watched any K-drama, you know this look. It’s the ultimate “I’ve got my life together” hairstyle that takes barely any time at all. Gather your hair as if you’re making a low ponytail, but instead of pulling it through, start folding your hair up on itself.
Secure the whole thing with an elastic right in the middle, where it holds the bun together. Now, gently pinch and pull at the base to create some texture and volume. Pull out a few front pieces to frame your face and give it that soft, wispy vibe. You’ll look polished without trying too hard!
Who says you need to wear all your hair up or all down? This style works beautifully on both long and short haircuts, making it super practical for anyone. Start by brushing everything back and creating a center part. Take a section at the very top and flip it forward. You’ll use this in a minute to hide your work. Now grab the hair along your temples, give it a quick spray of hairspray, and brush it upward while securing it with a pin.
Flip that top section back over to cover the clips completely. Push the front section forward just a bit to create volume and shape. Do the same thing on the other side, and you’re done. Seriously, this one is so quick you’ll wonder why you haven’t been doing it all along.
Classy. Elegant. Professional. This hairstyle checks all the boxes. Section off the top layer of your hair and start braiding it back. As you work your way down, keep grabbing more sections underneath until you’ve got one beautiful braid going all the way down.
If you want to add some personality to this office-appropriate style, curl those front wisps just a little. The texture gives the whole look some dimension while keeping things work-appropriate.
You know about the office siren trend, right? This is your moment to channel serious 90s rom-com energy in the best way possible. Section off and pin up the top layer of your hair first. Then grab everything underneath, twist it tightly, and roll it up into a classic French twist.
Use bobby pins to hold it securely in place. Leave that front section loose and flowing for a look that’s put-together but still has some softness to it. This one makes you feel like the main character walking through those office hallways.
Calling all curly-haired corporate girls! This one’s for you! Start by working some hair oil through your ends to get that healthy, gorgeous shine going. Section off the front portions of your hair, bring them back, and secure them with pins.
Then let the rest of your hair fall over those pins naturally. The result? A polished, face-framing style that shows off your beautiful texture while keeping things professional.
Each hairstyle takes just minutes but makes a real difference in how you feel walking into work. For more styling ideas, check out our Virtual Hairstyle Try-On or download the HairHunt app (iOS, Android) to see what other looks might work for your hair type and daily routine. Your hair deserves better than the default bun, so give one of these styles a shot this week!
