formal hairstyles

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

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Now, here we have something for those who like to be a little more conservative, sleek,  and polished. This lovely bride has a short hairstyle that is made to look glamorous and formal with the use of hair products to slick back the locks as the men used to do back in the 30s and 40s. The addition of a jeweled accessory on top of the head polishes off the look. This wedding gown is a little different with white on the bodice and pale pink for the skirt and a darker shade for the tie in the back.

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If you like something a little different, messy, and fun for a formal hairstyle, take a look at this one. This woman is dressed in a gown for a special event, yet she looks like she enjoys life and has a good time which is reflected in this funky big hairdo. Something like this would be easy to create by taking sections of hair and winding it around and then securing it to the head leaving big loops. Leave some pieces out and wind them around the outside of a large barrel curling iron to add interest. This is one of those that might attract those who like to live on the wild side.

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Photograph by PR Photos / Chris Hatcher

Hayden Panettiere has the best hairstyles for formal events like we see here in this picture of her taken at the 22nd Genesis Awards in the Spring of 2008. She has a beautiful updo that shows off her lovely blonde hair in a full and messy bun at the base of neck. Her dress is a midnight blue color that is form fitting, short, and full of pizazz. The shoes she chose to wear with this outfit are a matching high heel pump of the same color and really look sharp.

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This teen couple is matching nicely and ready for the big prom night event. The young lady is wearing a beautiful vintage inspired dress that has a full long skirt that reaches the floor. The bodice is fitted to the waist. The background is shell pink and there are pretty grey motifs that are scattered about the fabric and go well with the young man's charcoal grey tux.

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If you are looking for a bridal look without veil that is beautiful and sexy, then this one may be for you. The gown is form fitting, strapless, and very elegant. The bride's hair is pulled up in an ornate updo that shows off her bare shoulders. Her dark brown locks contrast the soft shell white dress that is fitted through the hips and then fans out into pleats. Tiny buttons adorn the back. A tiara is placed on top of head for an added princess appeal.

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