Party hairstyles with hair extensions – 5 updos for Christmas, New Year and parties

With hair extensions, your party hairstyle becomes full, long and long-lasting in just a few minutes – no salon booking needed. A scrunchie hair piece gives you a big, soft bun, a clip-in ponytail adds length and glamour, and a straight scrunchie creates a sleek, elegant updo. Here are five party hairstyles for Christmas dinner, New Year's Eve and the office party – and how to make them last all night.

Choose your party hairstyle by occasion and hair

Party hairstyle	Best for	You need
Big, curly bun	New Year's Eve, sparkly dress, long or thin hair	Tangled Scrunchie Luxe Length
Quick messy bun	Christmas dinner, mulled wine, after work	Tangled Scrunchie
Sleek, smooth bun	Office party, suit or simple black dress	Tangled Straight Scrunchie
Long, high ponytail	New Year's Eve and dancing all night	Tangled Ponyo
Low ponytail for thin or short hair	Dinner and mingling	Tangled Mini Ponyo

1. Big, curly bun – the New Year's Eve look

The most festive updo. Luxe Length has 16 cm of curly hair – twice as long as the regular Scrunchie – so the bun turns out big and soft even if your own hair is thin or shoulder-length.

1. Gather your hair into a high or mid-height ponytail and twist it into a small, firm bun. Secure with a hair tie.
2. Slide the scrunchie hair piece around the bun like a regular hair tie, two or three times.
3. Pull the curls apart with your fingers so the bun becomes round and covers your own hair.
4. Secure with two or three bobby pins through the hair piece into the base, and pull out a few soft strands around your face.

2. One-minute messy bun – for Christmas dinner

For when you're rushing between wrapping presents and Christmas dinner. The curly Tangled Scrunchie has 8 cm of hair and gives a natural, slightly tousled bun that looks like your own hair.

1. Make a quick bun with your own hair – it doesn't have to be perfect.
2. Slide the scrunchie around the bun and tug at the curls until it looks full.
3. Finish with a pearl claw clip next to the bun for a more festive look.

Step-by-step instructions with pictures are in our guide messy bun with hair extensions.

3. Sleek, smooth bun – elegant for the office party

A clean, polished updo that goes with suits, velvet and simple dresses. Straight Scrunchie has 16 cm of straight hair and gives a smooth, well-groomed bun.

1. Brush your hair back smoothly and gather it low at the nape of your neck. Use a little hairspray or gel for a glossy finish.
2. Twist the hair into a firm bun and secure with a hair tie.
3. Wrap the straight scrunchie around the bun and shape it so it becomes round and smooth.
4. Secure with bobby pins and finish with a little hairspray.

4. Long, high ponytail – for New Year's Eve

A glamorous party look that's easy to dance in. Tangled Ponyo gives you 35 cm of curly hair, and the clip attaches it in seconds.

1. Gather your hair into a high, firm ponytail and twist it into a small bun for the clip to grip.
2. Open the clip and press it closed over the bun.
3. Wrap a thin strand around the base and secure it with a bobby pin to hide the clip.
4. Dancing all night? Add a couple of extra bobby pins crossed through the base.

More tips on shade and attachment are in our guide to ponytail extensions.

5. Low ponytail – when your hair is thin or short

If you have short or thin hair, Tangled Mini Ponyo is the best choice. It's small and light, and the clip has a built-in net that hides your own hair. A low ponytail with a centre parting and a velvet bow makes a simple but festive Christmas hairstyle.

Read more in our guide to extensions for thin hair.

Hairdresser's tips for your party hairstyle

• Grip at the base: hair washed the day before holds better than freshly washed hair. Dry shampoo or texture spray gives extra grip.
• Cross your bobby pins: two bobby pins crossed through the hair piece into the base keep everything in place through dinner, dancing and midnight hugs.
• The right shade: compare the shade with the lengths of your hair in daylight. Between two shades? Choose the lighter one – the transition will be less visible.
• Order in good time: then you have time to try the hairstyle before the party.
• Sparkle and accessories: a pearl claw clip, a velvet bow or glitter hairspray turns an everyday hairstyle into a party look.

Frequently asked questions about party hairstyles with hair extensions

Which party hairstyle is easiest to do yourself?

A bun with a scrunchie hair piece. Make a quick bun with your own hair and slide the scrunchie around it – it takes about a minute and requires no practice.

Will the hair extension stay in all evening?

Yes, as long as the base is firm and you secure it with a few bobby pins. Scrunchies and ponytails are attached to a firm bun, so they stay in place even when you dance.

Can I curl or straighten the hair piece before the party?

Yes. Our scrunchies and ponytails are made of vegan synthetic fibre that tolerates heat up to 160 °C, so you can use a curling iron or straightener on a low setting.

Which party hairstyle suits thin hair?

A big bun with Luxe Length or a low ponytail with Mini Ponyo. The hair piece covers your own hair, so you only need to be able to gather it into a small ponytail.

Not sure about the shade or style? Send us a photo of your hair via contact us and our hairdressers will help you choose.