20 DIY Prom Hairstyles Everyone Will Be Jealous Of
These styles will make you feel polished and prom-ready. 👑
Taffeta season is upon us.
Time for you to pick a prom dress you'll cringe at in a few years and plan what double-tap worthy photos you'll take. That also means you (read: your parents) are going to shell out some serious cash.
You probably feel no expenses should be spared for this one night only event and we get that. But, there are a a few ways to make prom less costly so you can spend more on your dress. Skip the stress of making a salon appointment and try these picture-worthy DIY hairstyles instead.
1. Go princess chic with this bejeweled updo
This classic look is perfect for girls with curly hair. Alba will show you how it's done.
2. Add a touch of gold to your pixie cut
You can totally keep your pixie cropped and simple on prom night, but a touch of gold leaf will add a unique touch. Check out the tutorial.
3. Keep it classic with a half up, ribbon-adorned 'do
Get the look yourself with the help of this tutorial.
4. Show off your unique style with baby buns
These mini buns are easy to recreate and so cute. Get all the steps from Seventeen.
5. Accessorize a cropped cut with a glam headpiece
Give off major Great Gatsby vibes with this look. Cosmo will show you the way.
6. Get super glam curls for your special night
You won't look back at these photos and cringe. Check out the tutorial here.
7. Add a little extra to your updo with this reverse braided bun
It's the perfect hairstyle for a backless dress. Get the step-by-step tutorial here.
8. Kick it old-school with a 60s-inspired bouffant
Volume for days. Here's how you can get the look.
9. Give this triple braided faux-hawk a try for an edgy look
Wallflowers need not attempt this one. Check the badass look with this tutorial.
10. Dress up your long locks with a few flowers
These beachy waves are easy to pull off too. Check out the tutorial here.
11. This twisted half updo is perfect if you love the look of braids, but can't quite figure them out
You can recreate this classy style for all kinds of occasions. This tutorial will show you the way.
12. This intricate braided bun will be the star of the night
It's a lot more simple than it looks. Here's how you can get the look.
13. A voluminous ponytail is an effortless updo that anyone can pull off
Chrissy Teigen is the queen of this style and you can be too with this tutorial.
14. Natural haired babes will love this gorgeous braided updo.
It screams "grace and elegance." Love Your Tresses will give you all the info you need to achieve it.
15. Add a bohemian vibe to your look with this braided bun and flower crown.
They aren't just for outdoor festivals and Lana del Rey fans. Get the look here.
16. A braided top knot is the perfect style, if you plan to dance the night away.
The waves make it super fun. You can learn how to recreate it here.
17. All you'll need is a simple headband and some pins for this wrapped updo
18. A face-framing braid is a perfect style for voluminous hair
Seventeen will teach you everything you need to know about this look.
19. This twisted and tousled look will make you look so carefree
You won't have to worry about a thing with this look. Find out how to get the look here.
20. Keep things sleek with this straight style
A little volume at the top adds just the right amount of drama. Learn how to get the look here.