Get your hairstyle from office-ready to date-ready in less time than it takes to say, “Valentine’s Day is just an excuse to buy candy.”
Valentine’s Day may fall on a Friday this year, but that means most of us will still be headed from work to our V-day plans. The solution is simple: Find a hairstyle that will hold-up all day (and night) long. Here are 20 celeb-inspired Valentine’s Day Hairstyle that you can wear from meeting to meeting, date night, and beyond.
Smooth and Shiny
Parting hair to one side, brush hair (or, if you have a flatiron handy, use that to smooth any flyaways). Follow with a touch of oil or serum for over-the-top shine.
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Romantic Braid
Boost volume by working in dry shampoo throughout the hair. Loosely braid, leaving out several long pieces to frame your face.
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Braided Top Bun
Twist braids into a high top bun at the crown of your head—then add a pair of statement earrings.
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Simply Stunning
A low bun with face-framing tendrils is the easiest updo there is. If you have the time (and the tools), brush hair first to smooth, and tease at the crown for some volume.
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Pick A Side
Sweep and part hair on your good side, securing with bobby pins. Add some flat iron waves to give it an edgy, rocker vibe.
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California Dreamin
Beachy waves hit that sweet spot between effortless and glam.
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High Pony
If you have long, lush hair, a high pony is the perfect style to frame your face while also showing off your killer hair.
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Wispy Pixie
Style your pixie with a some bends and texture spray for a rumpled (but still polished!) look.
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Modern Rapunzel
Gemma Chan looks like a fairytale princess with this long and low braid. Finish the look with a silk bow to for extra romance.
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’90s Baby
Wear a high an sleek ponytail to the office, then pop on a scrunchie to make the look a little less serious after-hours.
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Top Knotch
A top knot works for every occasion and is the perfect style to go from the boardroom to fancy soirée.
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Half and Half
A half updo is universally flattering, no matter the length. We like it with soft, face-framing waves.
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Long and Layered
Speaking of universally flattering, you can’t go wrong with layers. Add some loose waves for definition and volume.
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Curl Craze
Keep curls fresh for hours by using a styling cream to help tame frizz and keep them from falling flat.
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Old-School Glamour
Use a 1” curling iron for no-fail Old Hollywood curls. Set with hairspray for a classic look that will last all night.
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Twist It
Make a low bun more complex — with minimal effort, of course —by twisting hair before pinning it place. After work, pull out your face-framing layers to muss up the look.
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Romantic Twist
Got unwashed hair? Try a twisted crown at the top of your hairline to elevate a low ponytail.
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Sleek and Straight
Keep ironed hair straight all day by locking in the style with a humidity-fighting oil (for thick hair) or shine spray (for fine hair).
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Slicked Back
The key to achieving the I-just-got-out-of-the-shower trend isn’t water—it’s hair oil. Slick hair back into a bun for work, then let your wet hair look down for date night.
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It’s All In The Details
A tight bun is perfect way to look put together if you’re in a time crunch. Dress it up in two seconds with a chic hair accessory, like a pearl, bow, or sparkly pin.
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