Top Holiday Womens Hairstyles from Blo Gaslamp

The holidays are everyone's favorite time of year. Personally, I love celebrating with my friends and family in San Diego, especially with my husband. I love hosting and attending parties, but both take plenty of planning. Every party guest knows the eternal struggle of making formal fashion decisions. What should I wear? When do I have time to get my hair done? I know I’m not alone in scouring Pinterest trying to find the perfect hair and makeup look. 

When you start to put your look together, it’s best to play up your personality while simultaneously taking note of hot trends. We spoke with the expert stylists at Blo Gaslamp to get the inside scoop on five hot, on-trend looks that are sure to help you stand out this holiday season. With these how-to tips and tricks, you can achieve the perfect hair, makeup, and nails to make you the life of the party.

1. Classic Style

A classic top knot or bun with winged eyeliner and a red lip is always a great go-to for any evening event, especially a holiday party. It is simple, elegant and pairs perfectly with a little black dress – a staple in every woman’s closet. Depending on the event (and your mood), add statement jewelry or delicate accessories. 

The best part about this classic look is that it can be easily transformed from your workday style to a nighttime holiday celebration. Start with a high pony and wrap your hair around your hair tie as high as it will go (the higher the hair, the more attention). Use a texturizing spray (we love UNITE Texturiza) to give your top knot some extra hold and the perfect amount of "messy." 

For your nails: To keep this look classic while adding a little edge, go for a black nail or even a black French nail. 

2. A Delicate, Messy Updo

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Currently, a messy, loose updo is definitely on trend and one of Blo Gaslamp's most popular requests. This style can be customized to anyone’s personal style by adding small braids or a sparkly headband. We love this look paired with a bright red dress and a matching red lip.

Finding the right shade of red can be difficult. If you do choose to match your dress with your lip color, make sure you chose a similar tone. A loose, delicate updo is fun, flirty, and perfect for any special occasion. By adding a headband or headpiece, it can elevate your updo from a casual look to a more formal look. 

For your nails: Since this look is subtly sexy, play up that fact with a deep jewel tone (think dark purple, navy, or a deep burgundy).

3. Bold Blowouts from Blo Gaslamp

A classic blowout is always in style, especially if you plan on wearing a bold dress. By keeping your hair smooth (with a little bit of body), it leaves room for a gorgeous smoky eye and a dramatic dress.

If you are going to try this at home, you need a blow dryer, a round brush and freshly washed tresses. Using product to maintain your hairstyle is key. If you tend to have frizzy hair, use something with an anti-humectant to keep your locks smooth. If your hair has a habit of falling flat, use a volumizing spray. Follow up with a light hairspray to keep your style on point all night. 

For your nails: Since this look is sleek, go with a bold statement nail. Geometrics seem to be popping up all over Instagram and Pinterest – we are definitely fans!

4. Half 'n Half

If you want to wear your hair down, but want some fun styling, then a half-up, half-down look is the style for you. Worn either curly with volume or straight and sleek, add something fun in the back like a decorative clip, a messy knot, or a braided bun.

Teasing the crown section of your hair for volume will really complement this hairstyle, and using a volumizing powder will keep your hair full of body all night. After determining your desired volume, make sure to secure the up portion of your hair by using bobby pins, a hair tie, or a hair clip, and finish it off with a spritz of hairspray to keep everything in place. 

For your nails: Taupe colors are carrying through to the New Year. Try a pale taupe or pink nails to keep this look undeniably fresh.

5. '90s Throwback

A great choice for a casual San Diego holiday with friends or a happy hour meet up is a micro-crimped French braid. This is an easily obtained look with a micro-crimper (great addition to your hot tool collection). You can either crimp the entire head to achieve a full volume braid or around the hairline for a more refined amount of volume. Once this is done, start the French braid either at the crown of the head or the nape of the neck depending on the look you prefer. Since this option can be versatile, so can your makeup. If you want to keep this casual, go for a flawless face with highlighted cheekbones, a copper-colored eye shadow and a taupe or deep pink lip. If you want something more vibrant, go for a cranberry colored smoky eye, a light pink toned blush and a nude lip. 

For a softer look, keep some pieces of hair out around the face. Once you’re done, do a quick spray of a loose hold hairspray. This look can be paired with anything from a flannel shirt, jeans, and over the knee boots with your favorite statement piece of jewelry to a cute and flirty cocktail dress.

For your nails: Keep your nails versatile by dressing them up with a bright cherry red.

You can get these looks at Blo Gaslamp in San Diego, but if you’re in for a DIY session at home, these tips should spark your beauty look. Amidst the hustle and bustle of holiday shopping and get-togethers, it’s important to find a few moments to pamper yourself. Remember, although the holidays are a special time of year, you don’t need a special occasion to look and feel your best.