Homecoming is one of the first big events of the school year. It’s your chance to make a big impression on your classmates and celebrate the new school year. Your outfit and your hair at homecoming can help set the tone for your night, and of course, it will be captured in tons of photos and videos.
When deciding on your look for homecoming, you can think of it like prom’s little sister. You can be more playful and a little less formal for homecoming. For example, we’re loving the trend of yellow homecoming dresses seen in Sherri Hill’s collection lately. Whether bright gold or soft butter yellow, it’s a less traditional formalwear color.
Similarly, when you’re planning how your hair will look, you can take a more playful approach. Here are a few styles we love for homecoming.
HOCO Hair Ideas for Short Hair
Just because you have short hair, it doesn’t mean you can’t experiment with cool and creative styles for homecoming. With short hair, you can play a lot with accessories and volume for a dynamic hairstyle.
Chin to Shoulder Length Hair
Braids can be used even on shorter hair. French braids right against the scalp could start at the temple and wrap around the head, or have two braids on the side that meet in the back. You can add gems or flower clips to the braids for an extra fun touch.
Your chin or should length hair can also be simply styled in loose waves or slicked back into a chignon bun at the base of your neck.
Pixie Length Hair
If you have super short hair, one of the best ways to mix up your look is by changing your part. Try a deep side part and add an exciting visual feature like a slide or clip. You could also you some temporary dye to match the underside of your hair that the part reveals to the color of your dress.
If you’re loving that Y2K style, you can also pull the front of your hair back and tease it for some volume. You can push the hair to the back like a pompadour, or you can comb it up into a faux-hawk, securing it with some gel or hairspray.
HOCO Hair Ideas for Long Hair
A lot of more formal hair looks involve updos. You can go wrong with a bun piled up high on your head, especially if you have a few pieces hanging loose to frame your face. You can add jewels and clips or even a bow to your bun.
If you’re looking for something a little softer and more boho, you can do a half up style. Leave your hair down and pull back your hair from the temples. Add a ribbon or jeweled hair tie to secure it. You can even braid your hair back from the temples to encircle the crown of your head, leaving the rest of it hanging loose.
For a clean girl twist, you could do a high ponytail instead of a bun. Slick back your hair with some gel and make sure your edges are super clean. Use a flat iron to straighten and smooth out your hair hanging down in the back.
Match Your Hair to Your Aesthetic
Besides considering what styles work for your hair length, you also want to choose one that fits with the aesthetic of your dress. If you’re wearing a sleek, minimalist little black dress, a slicked back bun or ponytail might suit your outfit best, but a gauzy, pastel dress would probably work better with a soft, boho hairstyle.
You should also choose clips, headbands, or charms that match your dress in color or style. Creating a coherent look makes a statement about who you are.
Hot Hair for Homecoming
At this year’s homecoming, you can look your best by choosing a hairstyle that makes the most of your hair length and also works with the style of your dress. Test drive your hairstyle ideas ahead of the dance so you can perfect your technique and make sure it can withstand dancing the night away.
With a little experimentation, you will find the right look for you whether it’s an updo, braids, or loose curls. You’ll look great and, more importantly, have the confidence to shine your brightest on homecoming night.
