Looking for a new years eve updo with a little something extra? Think pearl-dotted buns, piled-up curls and tiny stars tucked into twists.
There’s plenty to choose from here, including ponytails and a couple of hair-down alternatives if you’re not set on wearing everything up.
You can keep things simple or go all out with sparkle. I especially love the little hair accessories.
Pick your favorite shape first, then decide whether you want loose pieces around your face or a smoother finish.
Party Hairstyles Worth Saving
pearl-dotted low bun
We’re starting off strong with this gorgeous low bun. I am obsessed with the little pearl-like decorations scattered through the twists and across the side.
Keep a few long curls loose around your face and neck if you want that same undone finish.
high bun and sweeping bangs
How cute is this high bun? The big folded sections give it plenty of volume, but those long side-swept bangs are my favorite part.
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Try a pair of dangling earrings like these if you want to dress up the look without adding anything to your hair.
braided crown
If you’re looking for an updo without sparkly accessories, go with this pretty braided crown. The braids follow both sides of the center part, with little curls left loose near the ears.
I’d keep those curls rather than pulling every piece back.
loose piled-up buns
I am obsessed with the loose buns in this collage. There are big loops, twisted sections and wavy ends left hanging out rather than tucked away.
Choose your favorite view to show your stylist. I especially love the high blonde bun with the long pieces framing the face.
high bun with a trailing wave
This is actually one of my favorite details on the list. That long S-shaped wave falls right over the side of the high bun!
Ask for a large looped bun with a loose waved section if you want to follow this picture. The front pieces stay out too.
headband and big waves
Don’t want to wear your hair up? No problem!
This picture is a hair-down alternative, with a narrow light-colored headband and big curved ends.
I love the height behind the headband. Save this one if you’d rather keep your lengths over your shoulders.
piled curls and loose spirals
How gorgeous are these curls? The updo sits high, with spirals falling across one side of the forehead and beside both cheeks.
If you want a new years updo with lots of curls on show, this is a lovely picture to bring along. I’d leave the accessories off just like this.
black bow ponytail
The bow fans are going to love this! A big black bow sits at the top of the ponytail, with long ribbon tails beside the hair.
The smooth front and curled ends look so pretty together. Try this ponytail if you want your hair pulled back without putting the lengths into a bun.
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side braid and loose lengths
Here’s another hair-down option rather than a full updo. I love the braid along the side and the long front pieces with their curved ends.
Keep this picture for the little braid detail if you’re still deciding how much hair you want to pin back.
looped bun and face-framing waves
This updo may just be one of my favorites here. The mirror shows all those curled loops at the back, while the front has a sweeping wave beside the cheek.
Ask for smooth sides and more curls through the bun if you want this same combination.
messy top bun and bangs
Don’t want your bun to look too neat? Look no further because this loose top bun is for you.
I love the wispy bangs and the longer waves on either side of the face.
Leave the little flyaways alone if you like this undone look.
smooth bun with scattered pearls
I know the first pearl-dotted bun is gorgeous, but this one is another favorite. Mostly because the different-sized white decorations look so pretty against the smooth dark hair.
The bun sits low at the nape. Ask for the decorations across the back as well as through the bun to follow this placement.
sculpted front waves
If you love a sleek front, then this one is for you. The hair curves into glossy waves along the forehead and temple, leaving the ears uncovered.
The back isn’t visible here, so save this picture for the front styling. I’d pair it with statement earrings like these.
sparkling double buns
OMG, how adorable are these double buns? I am quite literally obsessed with the little sparkling decorations tucked into them.
Keep the center part and two long front strands if you want this look. You can stick to sparkle in your hair or try matching face gems as shown here.
swept-up twist and black clip
Don’t want to go overboard with sparkle? No problem! Try this swept-up twist with a curved black clip peeking out near the top.
I love the broad sections crossing over each other. The clip is worth keeping visible rather than hiding it completely.
high ponytail and a bun accessory
Thinking about a fuller bun? This picture shows a high ponytail with loose front pieces and a round bun-making accessory held up to the camera, not a finished bun.
Use it as an accessory idea rather than a final hairstyle reference. The long waves beside the face are a pretty detail to borrow.
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big curls at the crown
If you are looking for lots of curls, then this one is for you. There is so much to love, from the big loops at the crown to the spirals hanging near the nape.
I especially love the wide curl beside the face. Show this side view to your stylist if you want those loose pieces included.
sleek knot and side sweep
This is a simpler way to wear a high updo, but it’s just as pretty. The sides are smooth, with a small twisted knot at the top and one broad front section curving beside the cheek.
I’d keep that long side sweep as the main detail rather than adding hair accessories.
stars tucked into twists
Dress up a low updo with these gorgeous little stars. I am in love with the gold-colored decorations tucked between the overlapping sections of hair.
There’s even a tiny crescent moon near the top. Try a mix of small and larger accessories rather than making them all the same size.
long bubble ponytail
Last but definitely not least, we have this long bubble ponytail. I love how the rounded sections get smaller toward the curled tip!
The hair is swept smoothly back with no loose front pieces. Save this ponytail option if you’d rather show off the length than tuck it into a bun.
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