Own the Red Carpet at Your Holiday Party with These Celebrity Hairstyles

Ladies, we’ll hold your hand when we say this: if you’re planning to wow the party with a completely different look this Christmas, just switching up your makeup and outfit won’t cut it. We get that sticking to a tried-and-tested style is foolproof, but the key to a whole new appearance truly lies in your crown. Instead of your everyday reliable hairstyle, it’s time to step it up this festive season with these celebrity-inspired looks. We promise they’re not too hard to recreate, especially when you have all the essential hair tools every woman keeps at the ready!

Celebrity Hairstyles to Try Out This Holiday

1. The Grande Ponytail

Ariana Grande via Instagram

Superstar Ariana Grande is renowned for her iconic ponytail, and we’re sure there’s been plenty of study on its evolution. Recently, her ponytails have taken on a more Audrey Hepburn-inspired vibe, featuring a side part with bangs styled to one side. This look could not be easier to recreate — simply gather your hair into a high ponytail, use a styling stick to keep everything sleek, and cover the elastic with a strand of hair, securing it with a bobby pin. You can also curl the ends slightly for extra oomph.

2. En Pointe Ballet Bun

Dua Lipa via Instagram

Speaking of sleek styles, there’s no look better for keeping your hair out of your face than the trusty ballerina bun. A favourite among Hollywood A-listers like Bella Hadid and Hailey Bieber, this hairstyle is minimal yet bold — your hair becomes the accessory while your face card takes center stage. Take a peek at British pop star Dua Lipa, whose credit never declines with a super slicked-back bun and a flawless hairline. Don’t be afraid to tuck your hair away for the night, ladies — let your features shine!

3. Child of the 90s

Kaia Gerber via Instagram

A hairdo that will never go out of style is the classic 90s supermodel blowout, and if anyone knows that, it’s model Kaia Gerber, daughter of 90s icon Cindy Crawford. She stuns with the hairstyle above, looking exactly like her legendary mother. The key to recreating this look is using a blow dryer and a round brush to add volume at the roots, rolling sections of hair outward for lift at the crown. Once dry, use a curling iron to add soft and bouncy curls to the ends for that iconic 90s look. Don’t forget hairspray to keep the curls glossy, voluminous, and in place as you party all night long!

4. Devilish Braids

Lily-Rose Depp via X

Here’s a simple yet creative hairstyle that’s sure to turn heads at your Christmas gathering! While we’re not entirely sure of the name of this look sported by actress Lily-Rose Depp at the Nosferatu premiere, we’re definitely fans, and here’s how to rock it. Start by blow-drying and styling your hair as usual, then part it in the middle for the front section. For the back, comb it back to avoid an awkward line from your forehead to the top of your head.

Next, braid the front two sections into skinny ropes and tie them with a small elastic. Lightly spray the braids with hairspray for that stiff, wavy line like Depp’s, then pin both braids to the back of your head with bobby pins. Finish by smoothing down any flyaways. This style works especially well with highlights to make the braids stand out, giving off a devil-horn effect — if horns happened to grow from the back of your head.

5. Curls for Days

Rosé via Instagram

We’re obsessed with BLACKPINK’s Rosé and her recent dive into ultra-curly bangs that frame the face perfectly — it’s just chef’s kiss! Apologies to the straightener warriors but a curling wand with a small barrel is the best way to achieve this look as the curls need to be super tight.

Start by tying up half of your hair and curling the untied section, then carefully section the rest to curl the remaining hair. Finish by curling the bangs and face-framing pieces, ensuring they fall naturally to frame your face. Finally, loosely tie and pin up all your hair, leaving out the bangs, face-framing strands, and the hair at the nape of your neck for that half-up half-down look. Don’t be afraid to experiment and adjust accordingly!

6. The Classic Updo

Kazuha from Le Sserafim via Instagram

Not a fan of dreamy curls? Never fear as there’s always the classic wavy updo, as seen on Kazuha from the girl group Le Sserafim. Start by tying your hair into a high ponytail and curling the bangs and face-framing strands. Next, twist your ponytail into a messy topknot, leaving out a few strands. Secure the rest with an elastic and bobby pins, then loosely curl the hanging strands and leave them to fall artfully down.

Be sure to keep the waves soft and loose, a look best achieved with a straightener. Alternatively, you can also curl your hair before the topknot step, but we find this method faster and more convenient. Pro tip: there’s no point in curling all of your hair if most of it won’t be seen!

7. Flip Off The Haters

Gigi Hadid via Instagram

If you have short hair and you’re feeling left out, rest assured that hair discrimination is not our thing, especially not for a celebrity holiday hairstyles list! That’s why we recommend the flipped-out hairstyle for our readers with bob cuts or long bobs. It’s such a simple look, yet so clean and flirty, as shown by model Gigi Hadid and her smooth, flipped-out blonde bob. It’s also incredibly easy — just use a straightener to flip the ends outward instead of in. We recommend a side part like Gigi’s, and a pearl earring with tucked-in hair on one side doesn’t hurt either!

Which of these celebrity holiday hairstyles will you recreate this Christmas? Let us know and make sure to follow Beauty Insider on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news updates.