Stunning Curly Holiday Hairstyles

By Mary Shannon Wells
September 19, 2017
Pinterest/Vivian Makeup Artist
Before you know it, your schedule will be packed with holiday cocktail get-togethers, cookie swaps, and tacky Christmas sweater parties. Thanks to these fabulous curly holiday hairstyles, you’ll be ready for anything that comes up. This holiday season, impress at every event with these hairstyles for curly hair. If you don’t have naturally curly hair, you’ll want to break out the hot rollers or curling iron to recreate these cute Christmas hairstyles. These looks are festive for any event– day or night. Many of these simple hairstyles for curly hair have quick tutorials so you can recreate them yourself before your next holiday party. We’ve found curly up-dos, half-up-dos, and ’dos with braids, twists, and accessories. Look like you’ve come straight from the salon with these easy hairstyles for curly hair that you can do yourself. You’ll be rocking around the Christmas tree all season long with these gorgeous Christmas hairstyles.
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Red Undertones

Pinterest/Sherry’s Life

Subtle red undertones make for an understated look that’s festive, not obnoxious.

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Half-Up Hair Bow

Pinterest/Missy Sue

You tie your presents in beautiful bows, why not your hair? Get the tutorial here from Missy Sue.

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Retro Pinned Back Curl

Pinterest/Sequins & Stripes

This style is retro and glamorous without looking costume-party ready. Get the tutorial here from Sequins & Stripes.

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Use a Sparkly Pin

Pinterest/POPSUGAR

A sparkly pin, clip, or comb will automatically make your hairstyle more festive.

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Effortless Up-do

Pinterest/Ashley Bloomfield

This effortless curly bun is put together with easy twists and braids. Get the tutorial here from Ashley Bloomfield.

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Braided Low Bun

Pinterest/26 and Not Counting

This braided bun is a casual up-do that could go from the holiday party at work to a cocktail party. Get the tutorial here from 26 and Not Counting.

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Boho Disco Curls

Pinterest/Harper's BAZAAR

Let your hair steal the show with disco-inspired curls, and be sure to keep your outfit simple. Get the tutorial here from Harper’s BAZAAR.

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Half-Up Twisted Bun

Pinterest/Twist Me Pretty

This style is easy and fun for any holiday event if you don’t have time for an up-do. Get the tutorial here from Twist Me Pretty.

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Easy High Bun

Pinterest/Once Wed

If you thought you couldn’t get your curly hair up in a bun, this elegant style is proof that you can. Get the tutorial here from Once Wed.

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Half Crown Braid

Pinterest/Hair Romance

This breezy look will get your hair out of your face without a full up-do. Get the tutorial here from Hair Romance.

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Dressy Half-Up Style

Pinterest/Curls Understood

Instead of casual, beachy curls, opt for a dressier look with a curling iron or wand. Pin back portions of hair from each side, but let some curls fall to the front for a dramatic look.

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One-Sided Twist and Curls

Pinterest/Vivian Makeup Artist

For a romantic look, send your curls cascading down one side of your part. Twist and pin back to keep your hair out of your eyes for holiday party dancing.

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Headband Up-do

Pinterest/Refinery29/Lauren Perlstein

This fun look will stay in place from day to night. Get the tutorial here from Refinery29.

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Curly Side-Swept Pixie

Pinterest/FashionMio

Amp up your pixie cut with big curls for a holiday party.

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Festive Headband

Pinterest/Buzzfeed

Whether your curly hair is short or long, adding a sparkly headband is just what you need for some holiday flair (and to keep those curls out of the way while you eat a family holiday meal, of course).

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