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Gorgeous Short Holiday Hairstyles

Mary Shannon Hodes, Associate Digital Editor at Southern Living
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The holiday season is almost here, which means your calendar is already filling up with events. From the work Christmas party to the formal cocktail party, you want to look pulled together the entire month of December. Since short haircuts are in, we've found the most festive looks to get you through party season. Whether you have a short pixie cut or a long bob, these hairstyles are the best of the bunch. Even though these hairstyles will look like you stepped right out of the salon, they're so easy to do on your own. From completely down to half-up to swept up, these hairstyles are our holiday party inspiration. Your friends and family won't believe you did these incredible hairstyles at home. 'Tis the season to look fabulous.
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Easy Texture with Festive Pin

Easy Texture with Festive Pin
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With a sparkly pin or clip, you don’t have to curl or style your hair to look dressed up and ready for the season.

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Glamorous Curls

Glamorous Curls
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Look like the starlet you are with Old Hollywood-inspired curls.

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Mini Pompadour

Mini Pompadour
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Create a mini pompadour by gathering hair from each side, twisting, and securing on the part.

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Multiple Twists Up-do

Multiple Twists Up-do
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This up-do is party-ready without the hair appointment. Get the tutorial here from Momtastic.

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Slicked Back Pixie

Slicked Back Pixie
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The slicked back look is in, but it doesn’t have to fall flat. Use a texturizing mousse to keep volume while still achieving sleek style.

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Beachy Waves with Ombré Highlights

Beachy Waves with Ombré Highlights
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Wintertime doesn’t mean you have to give up beachy waves and highlights. This casual look is in style regardless of season. Get the tutorial for this look here from A Pair & A Spare.

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Faux Long Hair Up-do

Faux Long Hair Up-do
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Your friends will think you bought extensions to achieve this dressy casual up-do. Get the tutorial here from POPSUGAR.

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Twisted Half-Up Style

Twisted Half-Up Style
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Add a wintry clip or antique brooch to make this easy look nighttime ready. Get the tutorial here from Tessa Rayanne.

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60s Volume

60s Volume
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Glam up your holiday party with a little volume inspired by the 60s. Get the tutorial here from Cosmopolitan.

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Perfectly Smooth Pixie

Perfectly Smooth Pixie
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You don’t need a lot of fuss with a pixie. With this striking look, you can go all out on accessories or bold lip colors. Ensure strays stay in place with an extra coat of hairspray, hair oil, or pomade.

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Wear a Wintry Headband

Wear a Wintry Headband
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A sparkly headband looks festive and romantic, and you can wear one with any length haircut.

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Deep Part with Curls

Deep Part with Curls
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Part your hair further than you normally do (or on the opposite side) for a no-product volume boost. Curls dress this volumized look up.

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Easy Messy Up-do

Easy Messy Up-do
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If the back of your holiday party dress has a cute bow or style element, show it off with this easy messy up-do. Get the tutorial here from Anne Sage.

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Side Braid

Side Braid
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For a daytime holiday gathering, this look is casual but more than your normal route.

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Create Fun Looks with Bobbi Pins

Create Fun Looks with Bobbi Pins
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You don’t need an expensive pin or comb to make a fun and festive look.

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