Best Prom Hair Trends 2013
There are some various options when it comes to prom hairstyles. In this year, most celebrities and people tend to do something
drastic with their prom hairstyles ideas, considering that they need a make over and
they want to try something bold. Well, the short cut has always been a chic
option for the prom hair trends 2013. When you are able to do it right, you can
look fresh and new with your ne cut.
I have taken to liberty to make the process a little less
painful. I will go over the top 10 prom hair
trends 2013 season, and will note what type of hair it will work best on as
well as how you can mix it up a little to make your look unique. Additionally I
will mention styles of dresses that the particular hairstyle would work best
with.
1. The Messy Updo
Messy is trendy. These prom and homecoming hairstyles are
incredibly stylish, yet aren't shellacked in place.
Hair type: Mussy updos work best with a bit of wave or curl
in them. If you have super straight hair, you'll need the help of a curling
iron or hot rollers before attempting the updo. You also need hair that's at
least to the shoulders or longer. While you can do these yourself, I recommend
the help of a pro or at least a friend.
Personality: Mussy updos work with all personalities.
Dress type: Works great with strapless dresses because they
show off the neckline. Great for dresses with straps, too. Avoid this look if
you have an ornate dress, if you have a lot going on below the neck, you want
something simple and sleek above the neck.
2. Half-up/Half-down
Prom Hair
Guys love to see your hair, that's no secret, but wearing
your hair down can be too boring for prom. These half-up/half-down looks are
particularly sexy because they feature both your skin and your hair.
Hair type: This style works on all hair lengths and
textures, except hair that's shorter than the chin. To keep this look from
being boring, you might add curl, waves or extensions to your hair.
Personality: This is a classic prom trend, so it works best
on girls who prefer traditional, classic looks. But you can funk this style up
with a beehive pouf.
Dress type: These styles work well with strapless dresses.
3. The Classic Prom
Updo
These classic prom hairstyles include mostly updos featured
on the celebrity red carpet. Choose between a variety of classic hairstyles, a
roundup of chignons and a gallery of ballerina buns. Be careful not to make
your updo too tight, or pulled-back because all you will see in pictures is
your forehead and neck. Opt for a side part with bangs angled gently over the
forehead.
Hair texture: Works on all hair types from straight to super
curly. Hair should be at least to your shoulders.
Personality: This style is best on classic, traditional
girls.
Dress type: Works well with most dress types. Avoid casual,
flowing dresses. Great hairstyle if you are featuring a necklace, earrings or
an ornate bodice.
4. Keep Your Hair
Down
Who says you have to put hair in an updo for prom? You can
go straight and sleek, or opt for bouncy curls or beachy waves. Just don't show
up at prom looking as you do every day at school. If you are wearing your hair
down and loose, make sure it hits below the top of your dress. Otherwise it can
look boxy. If your hair isn't long enough, you can get extensions just for
prom. Or grow out your hair.
Hair texture: Works on all hair types.
Personality: Works with all personalities, except
traditional girls, who are better off with an updo.
Dress type: Balance out a tight-fitting, curve-hugging dress
with loose, flowing waves or curls. This look works well with strapless dresses
and spaghetti straps. Avoid wearing your hair down if the dress is a halter or
covers the chest.
5. Braids
Braids are more popular than ever. Try a bun wrapped in a
braid, a braid as a headband or curly hair loosely braided into a romantic
updo.
Hair texture: Straight or wavy. Works on all hair lengths,
except super short.
Personality: Casual, romantic, sporty.
Dress type: Depends on the braids.
6. The Sleek and the
Side Ponytail
A sleek ponytail or the super trendy side ponytail can set
you apart from the crowd at prom this year. Paired with the right dress and
jewelry, a ponytail can be your best prom hair option.
Hair texture: Works best with long, straight hair. If you
have wavy hair, straighten it with a flat iron first. Avoid a ponytail if you
have curly hair. Play up your makeup with smokey eyes.
Personality: Great on sophisticates, sporty girls, casual
girls and book worms. Just be sure your hair doesn't look as if you pulled it
back for soccer practice.
Dress type: Short dresses with flouncy skirts, modern
dresses and long, curve-hugging dresses all work great with a ponytail.
7. Short Hair for
Prom
Who says you have to go long at prom? Short hair is sassy
and sophisticated. With the right dress and jewelry, even a pixie cut can look
dressed up.
Hair texture: Works on all hair types except super thick and
curly.
Personality: Edgy, funky, casual, sporty.
Dress type: You can wear any dress with short hair. Consider
a dress that flatters your body shape rather than your hairstyle.
8. Side-swept Hair
It seemed every celebrity wore a side bun or side-swept hair
on the red carpets of 2012, so of course I had to name it a trend for 2013 and
oh boy are these hairstyles amazing. Check out the side buns, the side
ponytails and the side-swept hair galleries below and stand out from the other
girls at prom.
Hair texture: You need longish hair for this look.
Personality: Works on anyone who's willing to try something
new.
Dress type: A popular look on the red carpet this year was
one-sleeved dresses with hair pulled over to the side. If your dress has one
sleeve, this is a great option for you. Pile the hair over the sleeveless side.
9. Headbands
There are so many cool headbands out there to dress up your
hairstyle. Here are just a few red carpet ideas to inspire you:
Personality: Daring, sophisticated, romantic, sporty and girlish.
Dress type: Best with simple dresses. Also, be careful not
to over-accessorize. If you are wearing a headband, skip the necklace and wear
a bracelet instead.
10. Fake a Bob
This look has been around the red carpet for awhile and done
right can be absolutely adorable. Everyone will think you cut off your hair!
Hair texture: Best on wavy hair or hair that's been curled. Must be below the
shoulders.
Personality: Daring, romantic, trendy.
Dress type: Works well with dresses with sleeves, sleeveless
dresses and any dress that would work with a bob hairstyle.
There are still many other options that you can try with the
prom hair trends 2013. discuss things with your hairstylists and you
should be good to go.
