16 Ways to Elevate Your Hair Look This Holiday Season

From parties to picture-taking, and even strolling through holiday markets, late December is full of excuses to dress up in something special. But no look is complete without hair. A clip encrusted with pearls might be just the piece to tie your look together, or maybe its a silky ribbon that’s going to elevate your ensemble. To help guide you, we’ve rounded up four basic styles – a bun, a ponytail, accessorized and ribbons – and searched for the best inspiration to take each of them to the next level. The best part is you won’t be mid-conversation at a party wondering if you actually unplugged the curling iron…

Ponytails

Ponytails have matured from lazy to luxe in recent years. Take it up a notch by snatching your pony, or adding some dazzling embellishments.

Holiday hairstyles
Photography via IMAXTREE
Holiday hairstyles
Photography via IMAXTREE
Holiday hairstyles
Photography via IMAXTREE
Holiday hairstyles
Photography via IMAXTREE

Ribbons

A ribbon is a dainty and romantic addition to any outfit, and it can be re-worn time-after-time in different ways. Try adding a floppy bow to the bottom of a braid, or wrap it around all types of buns and ponytails for added glamour.

Holiday hairstyles
Photography via IMAXTREE
Holiday hairstyles
Photography via IMAXTREE
Holiday hairstyles
Photography via IMAXTREE

Buns

A low, slick bun is the perfect accompaniment to *any* outfit. Keep it simple or add a kitchy-but-cute veil for easy elegance. Feeling up to a little more? Try a French braid up the back of your head or a galaxy of wintery hairpins for ‘gram-worthy style.

Holiday hairstyles
Photography via IMAXTREE
Holiday hairstyles
Photography via IMAXTREE
Holiday hairstyles
Photography via IMAXTREE
Holiday hairstyles
Photography via IMAXTREE
Holiday hairstyles
Photography via IMAXTREE

Accessories

Adding accessories is the fastest way to make normal hair, chic. Let your imagination run wild with hair clips, headbands, scrunchies and—from left field—hair nets.

Holiday hairstyles
Photography via IMAXTREE
Holiday hairstyles
Photography via IMAXTREE
Holiday hairstyles
Photography via IMAXTREE
Holiday hairstyles
Photography via IMAXTREE

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