New Year, New Hairstyle: 9 NYE Looks for the Countdown
New year, new hairstyle! Whatever your plans for ringing in the new year, you deserve to look and feel your best right through to the big countdown and beyond — and that means rocking a hairstyle for NYE that will help you shimmer and shine all night long.
Whether you have short, medium, or long locks, these New Year’s Eve hairstyles with TELETIES hair accessories are chic, easy to recreate, and made to last through every champagne toast and dance floor moment.
Ready to find your perfect New Year’s Eve hairdo? Let’s dive in.
New Year’s Eve Hairstyles for Short Hair
Who says short-haired gals can’t get creative with their hairstyles for New Year's Eve? We love a tousled bob, an accent twist embellished with tiny clips, and a slicked-back snap clips stack.
Tousled Bob
The ultimate cool-girl hairstyle for NYE, the tousled bob is effortless, textured, and full of movement.
To get this look, spritz your locks with a heat protection spray, then use a heated curling wand or flat iron to curl small pieces of hair away from your face. Repeat until all of your hair is curled with a soft wave.
For the full tousled effect, use a comb or your fingers to break up the curls, then add some texturizing spray or dry shampoo for the perfect undone bounce.
Tiny Clip Accent Twist
If you want to let your hair down this NYE, but prefer to keep it away from your face while you’re partying the night away, then this tiny clip accent twist hairstyle is a great choice.
Take a small section of hair at your hairline, then twist it backwards towards the crown of your head. Secure with a tiny hair clip to add some fun and color, before repeating across the rest of your hairline.
To soften the look, leave a few face-framing strands of hair loose. This will create a delicate vibe that’s perfect for a romantic New Year’s Eve hairdo.
Stacked Snap Clips
Stacked snap clips are one of the easiest New Year’s hairstyles for short hair. Simply clip back one side of your locks with a trendy snap hair clip, then stack one or two additional snap hair clips directly next to it. For a super cohesive look, match the hair clips to your outfit’s color palette or opt for metallics for some extra sparkle.
How you style the rest of your hair depends on your vibe, so go with whatever feels most like you. Textured waves are great if you love a fun, relaxed effect, or try a slicked back up-do spritzed with a shine spray for a more polished look.
Medium Length NYE Hairstyles
Shoulder-length-haired girlies should definitely embrace the half-up, half-down look — it’s the ultimate hairstyle for NYE!
Classic Half-Updo With Silk Bow
If you’re looking for New Year’s hairstyle ideas that are elegant and timeless, you can’t go wrong with a classic half-up do.
To get this look, gather the top half of your hair into a high ponytail and secure it with a small hair tie. Then, add a pretty silk ribbon or bow to the top of the ponytail for the perfect New Year’s Eve finish. To really turn some heads, you could even curl the rest of your hair into big, loose waves. This adds plenty of movement to the style and keeps your locks looking picture-perfect all night long.
Need some extra tips to perfect the half-up ponytail? We’ve got you covered: How to Do a Half-up Half-down Ponytail in 4 Easy Steps!
Half Up Half Down French Twist
New Year’s Eve hairstyles for medium-length hair don’t get any cuter than this!
To style a half-up, half-down French twist, take the top half of your hair and gently gather it towards the back of your head, as if you were styling a half-up ponytail. But instead of securing it with a hair tie at this stage, twist the hair upwards towards the crown. From there, tuck the end of the ponytail into the twist before securing vertically with a colorful medium flat hair clip.
The bottom half of your hair should be left loose. Try adding a soft curl for a pretty, romantic vibe, or straighten with a flat iron for a sleek, polished look.
Hair Tuck
The hair tuck is one of the easiest and sleekest hairstyles for NYE.
All you need to do is take a section of hair closest to your face and tuck it behind your ear. Then, discreetly secure these strands under the rest of your hair with bobby pins or snap hair clips. Repeat on the other side. And voila!
New Year’s Eve Hairdos for Long Hair
If you have long, luscious locks, you’re in luck! You can pull off almost all New Year’s hairstyles — though we have a particular soft spot for Hollywood waves, bouffant ponytails, and voluminous blowouts.
Voluminous Blowout with a Headband
Is there anything more glamorous than a big, bouncy blowout?
Start by applying your favorite hair mousse to damp hair, then blow-dry your locks with a large round brush. Make sure to lift at the roots to achieve loads of volume. Once dry, lightly tease the hair at the crown of your head and mist with a medium-hold hairspray.
Complete the style with an elegant headband or use a large flat hair clip to pin back the front sections of your blowout.
Bouffant Ponytail
For some serious volume and style, a bouffant ponytail is one of our favorite New Year’s Eve hairstyles for long hair. This look is super easy to achieve with the help of a fine-toothed comb and some hair ties. Plus, it keeps your hair looking amazing all night long.
Use a comb to gently tease the top layers of your hair, then set it with a spritz of medium-hold hairspray. Next, gather all your hair into a mid-height ponytail and secure it with a large hair tie. Finally, curl the ends of your ponytail for added texture and bounce, or pull out some face-framing strands to create a soft, romantic look.
Top tip: Take a small section of hair from the pony, wrap it around the elastic, and secure it with a bobby pin or two to conceal the hair tie. It will totally elevate your look!
Hollywood Waves
The ultimate in glamorous NYE hair dos, Hollywood waves are a show-stopping look that will keep your hair picture-perfect all night long.
To get this New Year’s Eve hairstyle, curl your hair in uniform sections, then brush the curls out into smooth, flowing waves and spritz with some medium-hold hairspray. Complete the style by pinning one side of your hair back with a small flat hair clip for a classy finish.
Fun Ways to Accessorize Your Hair for New Year’s Eve
Think of your hair accessories as the finishing flourishes of a great NYE look. They elevate your outfit and your hairstyle for New Year's Eve — you just have to pick the right ones.
Metallic & Gemstone Clips, Pins & Hair Jewelry
New Year’s Eve calls for sparkle — and metallic and gemstone clips, pins, and hair jewelry are a guaranteed way to add plenty of shine to your look. Mixing metals is totally on trend this year, too. The more shine, the better!
Pearls, Crystals & Rhinestones
From classic pearls to modern crystals, these on-trend accessories add a touch of glamor to any New Year’s Eve hairdo.
Choose from crystal pins, rhinestone-studded barrettes, or pearl-detailed tiny hair clips for a stylish addition to your NYE look. These accessories look great with any hairdo, but we particularly love them with a polished, slicked-back bun or romantic, undone waves.
Glitter, Metallic Sprays & Face to Hair Blend
Who doesn’t love all things glitter? Get ready to steal the show this NYE with hair-safe glitter, metallic root spray, or subtle shimmery hair gels. These party-ready hair products add endless sparkle to your celebrations — and, don’t worry, they wash out super easily with a quick shampoo.
Ready to ring in the new year in style? Shop TELETIES New Year’s collection today for more inspiration, or get ready for the year ahead with our full collection of stylish hair accessories.
FAQs
What are some easy New Year’s Eve hairstyles I can do myself?
There are so many easy-to-achieve hairstyles for the New Year, and most take minutes to create.
For short and medium-length hair, opt for a polished hair tuck style or try stacking colorful snap clips for a more playful effect. For longer hair, slicked-back buns and bouffant ponytails are easy styles for beginners.
What hair accessories should I wear for New Year’s Eve?
Hair accessories are the perfect addition to all of our favorite cute hairstyles for New Year’s Eve. For extra sparkle and shine, go for metallic or glitter hair accessories. Or, opt for ones that complement your NYE outfit color palette for a super cohesive look.
What is a dance-friendly NYE hairstyle?
Half-up, half-down styles are some of the best dance-friendly hairstyles for NYE, as they keep your locks away from your face while you party the night away.
