Hair Guide

These classic hairstyles are the perfect accessory to any outfit. We asked the hairstyle professionals at Studio PH, ColoréVous Salon, and Salon West Hairdressers to compile a list of their favorite festive styles.  

By Caroline Edmondson

Twist It Up

From an angelic halo braid to a simple fishtail, the stylists at ColoréVous Salon in Fairhope say braids are in this holiday season. These easy-to-achieve looks add a touch of class to any ensemble. Even celebrities are opting for the effortless look on the red carpet, including stunners like Jessica Alba and Taylor Swift. No matter your face shape or hair type, braids are the look for the holiday season. Ask your stylist at ColoréVous Salon to incorporate some subtle braids into your classic updo to give the look extra texture and dimension. 

ColoréVous Salon | 5 N. Church Street Fairhope | 251.270.7171 | colorevous.com

Add Some Sparkle

Remember the thousands of barrettes, headbands, and hair pins your mother made you wear when you were a child? Well, hair accessories are all the rage again, gracing the heads of celebrities on every red carpet. Starting with classic looks such as elegant waves or a standard bun, add a fun, sparkly accessory like a jeweled headband or crystal pins to easily elevate your hairstyle with minimal effort. And something as fun as glitter can be intertwined throughout your hair to give it that “lights on the Christmas tree” look. Your stylist at Salon West Hairdressers can add this fun sparkle to your hair with a mixture of hair gel and glitter. Salon West also offers Vomor (tape-in hair extensions) to add volume and thickness to create healthier looking hair that will hold your style better and longer. This easy trick adds the perfect finishing touch to any holiday look. Celebrities such as Ashley Graham, Charlize Theron, and Sofia Carson all sparkled down the carpet in their fun accessories this year.

Salon West | 5400 Cottage Hill Road Mobile | 251.662.8370

1752 Old Shell Road Suite A Mobile | 251.378.8665 | West54Hundred.com

The Christmas Classics

The experts at Studio PH believe some of the best holiday hairstyles are the classics, as they never go out of style. From beautiful curls and sophisticated buns to vintage-inspired waves, these hairstyles are perfect for the holiday hostess as well as the polished woman attending debutante balls or holiday soirées. The best part? Curls go perfectly with every outfit. Celebrities like Carrie Underwood tucked one side behind the ear in a sleek down style with plenty of body, while Julianne Hough rocked the always-in-style party pony. Ask your stylist at Studio PH to add lots of volume throughout your crown section of hair to give your pony the extra pizzazz it needs to stand out. And Studio PH stylist Amy Jones, says her “Blonde Upstyle” is perfect for any more formal occasion, and can be topped off with a fresh flower, broach, or hair pin to give it that extra holiday sparkle. 

Studio PH | 60 Springdale Boulevard, Suite A Mobile | 251.219.4955 | info@studio-ph.com