New Year's Eve Hairstylesfor 2027

The best New Year hairstyles for ringing in 2027 combine shine and staying power: glossy waves, sleek high ponytails, low buns with sparkly clips, half-up styles with velvet bows, and a slicked-back wet look for short hair. New Year’s Eve is a long night of dancing, cold weather, and midnight photos, so the strongest choices are styles that hold their shape and catch the light.

Below are New Year’s Eve hairstyles grouped by type, with who each suits, how long each takes, and how to make it last. We also cover quick looks for short and curly hair, and when to book a cut before the holidays.

Glossy waves and party hair worn down

Glossy Hollywood waves. Smooth, uniform waves with a deep side part. It is glamorous and photographs well under party lights. It suits long and medium hair, and oval, heart, and square faces. It takes about 30 minutes with a curling iron. Let curls cool fully before brushing so they hold. Ask a stylist for “glossy, brushed-out waves with a deep side part.”

Sleek straight hair with a center part. Very smooth, glossy hair. It looks modern and pairs well with sequins or metallic fabrics. It suits long, straight or smoothed hair, and oval or heart-shaped faces. A shine spray finishes it, and a small serum in your bag handles frizz later in the night.

Loose, undone waves. A relaxed option for casual parties. It suits medium to long hair and most face shapes, and takes about 15 minutes with a flat iron or wand.

Ponytails for New Year’s Eve

High sleek ponytail. Smooth and tight at the crown with a wrapped base. It lifts the face, keeps hair off your neck while dancing, and holds all night. It suits long hair and oval, heart, and diamond faces. It takes about ten minutes. Ask for “a high, sleek ponytail, base wrapped in hair, ends slightly curled.”

Low ponytail with a velvet bow. A soft, elegant ponytail at the nape tied with a velvet or satin bow. It is simple and festive. It suits most face shapes and medium to long hair. Curl the ends of the ponytail for a softer finish, and pull out a few face-framing pieces so it does not look too strict.

Bubble ponytail with sparkly elastics. A playful option that holds well. Use small metallic or jeweled elastics between the sections, then gently pull each bubble wider for volume. It suits long hair and works well for crowded parties, since it barely moves.

Buns and updos

Sleek low bun. A smooth bun at the nape with a center part. It is minimal and polished and pairs well with statement earrings. It suits oval and heart faces. About ten minutes.

Messy high bun. A loose bun at the crown with face-framing pieces. It is casual and comfortable for dancing. It suits medium to long hair and looks even better as the night goes on and it loosens slightly.

Braided updo. Braids woven into a bun or crown hold through a long night. Add a jeweled pin or two. It suits thick hair and textured hair.

Half-up styles and accessories

Half-up with a velvet bow. The top section tied back with a velvet bow, with the rest worn in waves. It suits medium to long hair and most face shapes.

Half-up twist with a jeweled clip. Two sections from the temples twisted back and secured with a sparkly clip. It takes about five minutes.

Accessories to try: jeweled clips, pearl pins, velvet or satin bows, metallic headbands, and a little hair glitter at the part. Accessories carry a lot of the festive look, so even a simple style can look party-ready.

New Year’s Eve hairstyles for short hair

Slicked-back wet look. Comb a little gel or wet-look product through short hair and comb it back. It is bold and glamorous and takes under five minutes. It suits pixies, crops, and short bobs, and oval or diamond faces. Work the product through damp hair, then comb it into place with a fine-tooth comb so the lines look deliberate. It also survives a hat better than most styles, because it is meant to sit flat.

Sleek bob with a jeweled clip. Smooth a bob with a flat iron, make a deep side part, and pin the shorter side back with a clip. It suits bobs and lobs.

Textured pixie with shine. A little paste and a shine spray. Under two minutes. Our short hairstyles for women in 2027 guide covers cuts that make party styling quicker.

Men’s party hair. A textured quiff, a neat side part, or a slick-back with a medium-hold pomade all look sharp. A fresh low taper helps. Our men’s haircut trends for 2027 guide has more.

New Year’s Eve hairstyles for curly hair

Defined, glossy curls look great for a party. A curly high puff keeps curls off the neck and looks festive with a velvet scrunchie. Defined wash-and-go curls with a jeweled clip at the side are simple and striking. A curly half-up style with a bow keeps curls off the face for photos. Refresh curls with water and a little curl cream before you head out, since cold, dry air can cause frizz.

How to make your hairstyle last until midnight

• Start with second-day hair, or add dry shampoo to clean hair for grip.
• Let curls cool completely before brushing them out.
• Use a heat protectant before any hot tools.
• Use plenty of pins and cross them for a secure bun.
• Choose coated elastics that do not slip.
• Finish with a flexible hairspray so hair still moves.
• Pack a small kit: a few pins, an elastic, a mini hairspray, and a comb.
• Think about your coat and hat. A beanie flattens waves and a scarf can catch a ponytail, so an updo is the safest choice for outdoor fireworks.

New Year’s Eve hairstyles by face shape

Face shape is a starting point, not a rule. Round faces often suit height at the crown, such as a high ponytail or messy high bun. Square faces suit soft waves and face-framing pieces around the jaw. Heart faces suit low buns and side-swept waves. Oblong faces look good with volume at the sides rather than extra height. Oval faces wear almost anything.

If you are unsure of your shape, the face shape guides explain each outline and how to measure it.

Booking a cut or color before New Year’s Eve

Salons get busy in December. If you want a fresh cut or color for New Year’s Eve, book early and plan for about a week before the party so the cut settles. If you are thinking about a bigger change for the new year, such as going from long hair to a bob, consider booking it for early January instead. You will have time to get used to it without the pressure of a party. Color is best done two weeks before. Our hair color trends for 2027 guide covers shades that look rich under party lighting.

Related guides

• Valentine’s Day Hairstyles for 2027
• Winter Hairstyles for 2027
• Thanksgiving Hairstyles: Easy Looks for Dinner and Photos
• Lunar New Year Hairstyles for 2027: Easy, Festive Looks

Try a party look on your own photo

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