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Lunar New Year Hairstyles for 2027: Easy,Festive Looks
Lunar New Year hairstyles for 2027, which begins on February 6, from sleek buns with red accessories to braids and men's cuts, plus when to book your haircut.
Hairover Team
Easy Lunar New Year hairstyles for 2027 include a sleek low bun with a red ribbon or gold pin, playful double buns, a braided half-up style, soft waves with a festive clip, and, for men, a fresh cut with a clean side part or textured crop. Red and gold accessories are popular because they are traditional colors of good luck and celebration.
Lunar New Year 2027 falls on Saturday, February 6, 2027, and celebrations traditionally run until the Lantern Festival about two weeks later (publicholidays.com).
Book your haircut early
Many families follow the custom of getting a haircut before the new year starts rather than in its first days, as a fresh start. Salons and barbers are often busy in the weeks before, so book a week or two ahead.
Lunar New Year hairstyles for long hair
Sleek low bun with a red ribbon (10 minutes). Smooth hair back, twist it into a low bun, and wrap a red ribbon around the base. Polished enough for family dinners and visits.
Double buns (10 minutes). Part your hair down the middle and twist each side into a bun at the crown. Add small red or gold clips. Playful and youthful.
Braided half-up (15 minutes). Two small braids from the temples, joined at the back of the head with a gold clip, with the rest worn down in soft waves.
Hairpin bun (10 minutes). A twisted bun secured with a decorative hairpin or hair stick. A classic look that suits traditional outfits.
Soft waves with a festive clip (15 minutes). Loose waves pinned back on one side with a red or gold clip.
Lunar New Year hairstyles for medium hair and bobs
Half-up knot with a ribbon (5 minutes). Gather the top section into a small knot and tie a ribbon around it.
Tucked bob with a statement clip (5 minutes). Smooth the bob, tuck one side, and add a red or gold clip. See our bob haircut ideas for 2027.
Lunar New Year hairstyles for curly hair
Define curls and pin one side with a gold comb, or gather them into a high puff wrapped with a red scarf.
Men’s Lunar New Year hairstyles
A fresh cut before the new year is the main event. A neat side part, a textured crop, or a two-block cut styled with matte paste all suit family gatherings. See our Korean hairstyles for men and two block haircut guides.
Thinking about a new color?
Some people choose the new year for a color change. Red-toned shades like auburn or copper are a natural fit for the season. Our red hair ideas for 2027 and hair color trends cover the options.
Related guides
Try a new year look first
Starting the year with a new cut or color? Try it on your own photo first in Hairover’s Style Studio. See how hairstyle try-on works.
FAQ
When is Lunar New Year 2027?
Lunar New Year 2027 falls on Saturday, February 6, 2027. The celebrations traditionally run until the Lantern Festival about two weeks later.
What hairstyles are popular for Lunar New Year?
Sleek low or high buns, double buns, braids, and half-up styles are popular, often finished with red or gold accessories such as ribbons, clips, or hairpins.
Should I get a haircut before Lunar New Year?
Many families follow the custom of getting a haircut before the new year rather than in the first days of it, so salons and barbers are often busy in the weeks before. Book early.
What is an easy Lunar New Year hairstyle for short hair?
A sleek tucked bob with a red or gold clip, or a small half-up knot with a ribbon. For men, a fresh cut with a neat side part or textured crop.
