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Valentine's Day Hairstylesfor 2027
Valentine's Day hairstyles for 2027, from soft waves and bow half-ups to low buns and neat men's styles, with quick options for dinner dates and desk-to-date days.
Hairover Team
The best Valentine’s Day hairstyles for 2027 are soft waves, half-up styles with a bow or clip, low twisted buns, and side-swept looks. Choose one you can leave alone through dinner. A style that needs constant fixing will distract you, so try it once before the day. For men, a fresh but settled haircut with a little matte product works better than anything elaborate.
Styles for long hair
Soft waves
Soft waves look romantic and take well to a side part. Use a large curling iron or braid damp hair overnight if you want to avoid heat. Our soft waves guide explains how to get them to last.
Half-up with a bow
A ribbon bow at the back of the head is an easy theme nod, especially in red or dark velvet. Pull the top section back loosely, secure it with a small elastic, and tie your ribbon over it.
Side-swept waves
Sweep all your hair over one shoulder and pin the other side behind your ear. It takes moments and shows off earrings.
Loose braid
A soft side braid pulled apart a little looks good in a relaxed setting. See braid styles for 2027.
Styles for medium hair
Low twisted bun
Twist two front sections back and gather them into a low bun, leaving some shorter pieces out. It looks dressier than it is.
Half-up clip
This is the fastest option on this list. A clip can make a lob look deliberate, so it’s useful if you’ve come straight from work. See lob haircut ideas for 2027.
Curtain bangs with bends
If you have them, blow your curtain bangs out away from your face and leave the rest natural. A small touch like this can make your whole look seem finished.
Styles for short hair
Bob with soft bends
Use a flat iron or small curling iron to add a few bends, leaving the ends straight. Add a side part for a dressier feel. See our French bob ideas.
Pixie with a side sweep
Use a tiny bit of cream to sweep the front to the side and add a little polish. Sparkly earrings do the rest. See pixie cut ideas.
Jeweled clip
Pin one side behind your ear with a small jeweled clip. It’s useful for short hair that doesn’t tie back.
Curly hair
Refresh your curls with a mist of water and a little cream, then define the front pieces with your finger. Add a clip or flower on one side if you want something more. Don’t brush them out unless that’s a look you want. Our curly hairstyles for 2027 has shapes to try.
Men’s hair
- Get a trim several days ahead. A fresh cut needs a bit of time to settle.
- Keep it natural. A matte product looks better up close than heavy shine. See pomade vs. clay vs. wax.
- Tidy your beard. Clean the neckline and cheeks and use a little beard oil. See beard styles for 2027.
- Wash the day of, or the day before. Fine hair usually looks better freshly washed, while thick hair can look better on the second day.
For more on what to wear this year, see men’s haircut trends for 2027.
Match your hair to your plans
| Plan | Good choice | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Restaurant dinner | Low bun or soft waves | Stays neat, and hair won’t fall in your food |
| Cinema or casual drinks | Half-up clip | Easy, quick, and relaxed |
| Outdoor walk | Low braid or side braid | Holds up in wind |
| Dancing | Low bun with some pins | Stays secure and out of your face |
| Staying in | Your favorite natural texture | Comfort counts too |
How to make it last
- Prep the day before. Slightly lived-in hair often holds pins and curls better.
- Use the right pins. Use U-shaped pins for buns and bobby pins crossed in an X for extra grip.
- Use a light hairspray. Mist from a distance rather than close up, so it won’t feel stiff or crunchy.
- Pack a small kit. Two pins, an elastic, and a small comb can save a look that slips before dinner.
A new cut before the date?
Avoid making a dramatic change the day before. If you’re getting a real change, book it one or two weeks ahead so you have time to get used to it or fix it. Our guide on how to fix a bad haircut has advice if something goes wrong, and it’s another good reason not to leave it until the last minute.
Related guides
Try a date-night look first
Before you book a new cut or color, see how it might look. Hairover lets you upload a clear photo and try hairstyles and colors in Style Studio. Use it for a new shade or a pair of curtain bangs, and take your favorite preview to your stylist.
Preview your Valentine’s look on your own photo with Hairover.
FAQ
What is a good hairstyle for a Valentine's Day date?
Soft waves or a half-up style with a bow are romantic without feeling overdone, and they're easy to wear through dinner. A low bun also works for dressier plans.
How can I style short hair for Valentine's Day?
Add texture with a little product and clip one side back with a small jeweled pin or bow. A bob also looks good with soft bends and a side part.
What's a quick hairstyle for going straight from work to a date?
Twist your front pieces back into a half-up clip. It takes a minute or two and hides second-day hair.
Should men get a haircut right before Valentine's Day?
Book it a few days to a week before. The cut will have time to settle, and you won't risk a fresh line that looks too sharp.
