9 Simple Halloween Hairstyles for the Perfect Spooky Look
After getting your Halloween nails and makeup on point, the only thing left is the perfect spooky hairstyle to complete your look. Whether rushing to a last-minute party or planning for a big event, these easy Halloween hairstyles will make you look spooky and stylish in no time.
Here's how to create Halloween-inspired looks in just a few minutes.
Great Gatsby Faux Bob
Start by applying volumizing mousse to damp hair and blow-dry until your hair is completely dry. Divide your hair into two low sections and secure them with small elastics. Now, tuck these sections under the rest of your hair and secure them in place with bobby pins. Adjust the hair to form the perfect bob shape, and voilà 1920s chic in minutes.
Baby Spice Pigtails
Start by spraying your hair with a texturizing spray to add volume and texture. Divide your hair into two high ponytails, leaving a couple of face-framing strands loose in the front. Secure the pigtails with elastics and add pom-poms to complete the fun and flirty Baby Spice style.
Ballerina Bun
The low chignon is perfect if you want something simple yet classy. First, decide on your preferred part: middle, side, or slicked back. Next, use a light-hold gel and a bristle brush to smooth your hair down. Then, gather all your hair into a low ponytail and secure it with an elastic. Finally, wrap the ponytail into a bun and pin it into place.
Mermaid Waves
Apply mousse to damp hair and blow-dry it while tousling with your fingers to create natural volume and using a 3-barrel curling wand, clamp, hold, and release strands of hair to create beachy, crimpy waves. Run your fingers through the waves to loosen them and finish with hairspray to hold the style in place.
Mermaid Braid
Start by pulling your hair into a high ponytail and spritzing it with a strong-hold spray to keep it in place. Apply some hair paste to control flyaways and give your hair a smooth texture. Braid your ponytail all the way down to the ends, and if you want extra length, add some hair extensions. To complete the look, decorate your braid with beachy accessories like shells or starfish clips.
Wednesday Addams Braids
Part your hair down the middle and braid each side starting at the ears, keeping the braids neat and tight. Secure the ends with elastics; you’re ready to channel your inner Wednesday Addams.
Genie-Inspired Ponytail
Part your hair horizontally from one ear to another and clip the upper section out of the way. Secure the lower section into a ponytail at the back of your head. Unclip the upper section and create a second ponytail directly above the first one. Wrap a small section of hair around the elastics to hide them, and you’ve got a playful, high-volume ponytail.
Cleopatra-Inspired Braids
To get this look, create soft waves throughout your hair using a wand or flat iron. Take two small sections of hair at the front, apply some hairspray to tame flyaways, and braid each section from the root to the ends.
Betty Boop Curls
Betty Boop curls are another fun option, especially if you have short hair. Use a curling iron or foam rollers to create tight curls all over your head. Once the curls are set, gently separate them with your fingers to add volume and get that bouncy, playful Betty Boop look.
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