formal hairstyles

Looking for formal hairstyles to wear for special occasions? Come take a look at our many pictures with how to information.

For those with short hair, here is an idea for a formal edge.

short formal hairstyle

short formal hairstyle

This almost resembles a Hollywood glamor look for a 1940s male but this 'do is very feminine and sexy with slicked back sides and one large curl on the top front with a delicate strand of beads placed there.

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A simple ponytail can make a perfect formal hairstyle for your special event.

Formal Edge on a Ponytail

Formal Edge on a Ponytail

This woman shows us that this easy hairstyle can look chic. A side part with a low and long pony with a piece of fringe pulled out in the front can look plenty sexy. This is just the ticket for the hectic Holiday season when one may not want to spend a lot of time on hair.

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If you are looking for something fun and different for a party, take a look at this hairstyle as it has a bit of everything.

Formal Straight and Curly in One

Formal Straight and Curly in One

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For a different twist on a formal hairdo, here is a long and wavy partial updo.
Formal Hair and Dress

Formal Hair and Dress

The bangs are pulled straight back and pushed up to add height and secured in place with a second hump behind the first with the sides pinned up. The back is left down to form S shapes which can be created with a double barrel curling iron.

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Hayden Panettiere with Sexy Updo

Photograph by PR Photos / Albert L. Ortega

Hayden Panettiere is looking all grown up with this classy yet sexy updo that shouts formal yet fun. She looks very poised and mature here black and sequins as she poses for a photo at Declare Yourself's "Domino Effect" Hollywood Party at The Green Door on September 24th. This would be a great look for any special or evening event and is nothing more than a knot that is assembled low at the back of the neck with chin length bangs that are parted in the middle and left out to be curled into relaxed spirals that frame the face.

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