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10 Celeb-Approved Short Hairstyles *Made* for a Holiday Party

10 Celeb-Approved Short Hairstyles *Made* for a Holiday Party


Just because you have short strands doesn’t mean you can’t rock a glam style. From adding soft waves to going stick-straight, short hairstyles can be very versatile (and elegant!). Read on for 10 fancy hairstyles that are picture perfect and holiday party-ready. (Photo via Jerritt Clark/Getty)
Retro Curls: Take it from Zendaya: Big, bouncy retro curls bring instant glam to any look. (Photo via Jason LaVeris/Getty)
Piecey Pixie: Defined, face-framing pieces like Winnie Harlow's here make an average pixie feel extra special — and very fancy. (Photo via David M. Bennett/Getty)
Vintage Glam: Maggie Gyllenhaal’s vintage-inspired waves add an elegant touch to a holiday outfit. (Photo via Antonio de Moraes Barros Filho/Getty)
Straight Up Blunt: If you’ve got a blunt cut like Emma Roberts does, embrace the straight-as-a-board style that's as easy as it is understated. (Photo via NBC/Getty)
Face-Framing Bang: Take a cue from Gabrielle Union and add some intentional style to your bangs. A subtle wave away from your face is a surefire way to elevate the everyday. (Photo via Pascal Le Segretain/Getty)
Fluffed Front: A bit of height on the crown of your head gives instant edge to a super short pixie cut like Kate Hudson’s. (Photo via Bravo/Getty)
Tousled Texture: Have a chin-grazing bob? Rock a ton of texture with a tousled, gritty style à la Taraji P. Henson. (Photo via Michael Loccisano/Getty)
Side Part: A super deep side part — as seen on Cara Delevingne — makes any cut look polished and on point. (Photo via Victor Chavez/Getty)
Slicked-Back: Brushing your short locks back in an ultra sleek, glossy style is a classic way to let this length shine — just ask Scarlett Johansson. (Photo via James Devaney/Getty)
Minimalist Accessory: Throwing a slim headband or subtle hair pin into your 'do, like Lupita Nyong’o did, makes your usual hairstyle oh-so-festive. (Photo via Mireya Acierto/Getty)


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