20 Easy & Chic Hairstyles For Chinese New Year
Going visiting this Lunar New Year? Look chic and stay cool with these practical yet stylish hairstyle ideas
By Seah Pei Jun, Elizabeth Liew & Terri Kue -
It's the time of the year again when there is a mad rush in the air. The time to clean every nook and cranny of the house, purchase new clothes, get your nails and brows done, go for facial treatments... the list goes on and on.
For this Chinese New Year, amidst the hustle and bustle, we have got you covered with 20 easy chic hairstyles to simplify your morning routine. From simple updos to braids and ponytails, breeze through your visits and avoid any unwanted hairy situations. We've included video tutorials for most of the hairstyles for your easy reference.
Have fun styling your hair!
Just a note: you might want to curl your hair to give it an extra pizzazz. To avoid dealing with the curling iron in the morning, we recommend trying out some overnight heatless waves.
Jazz up a half updo with an accent hair clip to add a touch of glam, especially with a faux pear clip or two.
The look also keeps long fringes away from the face, effectively enabling you to have an obstruction-free CNY cookie binge.
Video tutorial here.
For another fuss-free way to keep hair off your face and let your make up shine, try a small French side braid that works for both short and long hair.
Spritz a texturising spray to add some texture and hold your hair in place before braiding.
Video tutorial here.
When the feasting begins, we know it's serious business. This hairstyle has got you covered for both the gut and the glam.
The trick to nailing this look is to first back comb your hair before tying it into a low ponytail. Section off enough hair to wrap around the hair tie to secure that effortless sleek look.
Video tutorial here.
Also read: These Ponytail Hairstyles Are Easy To Do And Look Amazing
One easy way to change up your hair style is to do a deep side-part. Create one from your usual parting or toss out your usual look with a deep side-part on the opposite side. Bring out the edgy woman in you with naturally tousled hair or the seductive siren with bouncy defined curls. In short, anything goes!
Video tutorial here.
Up the ante with this hairstyle especially for reunion dinner. Combine a big side braid and a bun at the nape of the neck to achieve this put-together look. Bump up the drama with more hair spray to achieve an even more bouffant 'do that will rival your tai tai aunt. Don’t forget to pull on the edges of the braid for more volume!
Video tutorial here.
This stunning look is so easy to achieve - it features a side braid slung around a low bun and secured with bobby pins. Finish with bright orange flowers to match the festive mood!
Video tutorial here.
This fun-loving spin on the classic ponytail has been seen on both fashion runways and on the street, making it one of the season's hottest hair trends. It's playful, stylish, and really simple to do - all you need are a bunch of elastic bands (and hairspray to set the look, if you wish).
Video tutorial here.
Sweep all your hair up into an ultra-feminine and weightless crown braid. It might take a bit of practice but once you've mastered it, you won't need to touch it for the rest of the day.
Video tutorial here.
It's a red-carpet worthy hairstyle that's been worn by celebs like Emily Blunt. It looks sophisticated and feminine, and doesn't take long to achieve.
Video tutorial here.
After brushing your hair to get rid of tangles, tease the hair at the crown of your head and the side sections. Gather your hair to one side and tease the ends to give it more volume. Braid your hair below the chin, then twist it into a bun and secure with bobby pins.
Video tutorial here.
Sometimes, a simple ponytail does the trick. It's effortless and classic. Simply wrap a section of hair around the elastic band for a fancier look, and give your ponytail some texture with the help of hairspray and a wide-toothed comb.
Video tutorial here.
Alternatively, dress your ponytail with a chic barrette that adds some texture and shine to your 'do. Make sure to get a clip that's big enough to hold all your hair!
If not, you can make do with a smaller one using the method in the tutorial below.
Video tutorial here.
Functional, minimalist and modern - a metal pin is the contemporary version of wearing chopsticks in your hair!
Video tutorial here.
Elevate a ponytail with a Brigitte Bardot-inspired ribbon! It's perfect for styling shorter to mid-length hair and doesn't take more than a minute to do.
Video tutorial here.
Keep the hair off your face by twisting your fringe away and then adding it to a side braid, securing with elastic bands.
This look is fancy enough for Blackpink's Jennie to wear to an event yet easy enough to do in less than five minutes (or less). Tie your hair into a high ponytail and divide it into two sections. Twist both sections, wrapping them around each other in the other direction. Secure it with a hair tie and voilà!
Video tutorial here.
Claw clips are one of the easiest hair tools to use, and there are so many possibilities you could twist out of one. This particular updo introduces a playful bun that peaks from the top of your head, elevating the look.
Video tutorial here.
Don’t have enough hair to do a full braided crown? Try this instead: braid a section of hair from behind each ear. Wrap both braids around your head and secure them with bobby pins to finish up this elegant look.
Video tutorial here.
Forget about wanting to achieve that elusive perfect bun where no hair sticks out. Embrace the look with this chic updo that takes seconds to create.
Video tutorial here.
While this style of bun is normally done with a French hair fork, it’s achievable using just bobby pins. Just twist your hair with your fingers to achieve an updo that looks more complicated than it actually is.
Video tutorial here.