25 Stunning Holiday Party Styles for Natural Hair

Teyonah Parris is always hair goals, and this voluminous faux hawk is no exception. For this look, all you'll need are bobby pins (a lot of them), edge control, and a pick to ensure you get the height you're looking for with this look. 

Eris Baker stunned on the red carpet in this Josephine Baker-inspired headpiece over her cornrows. If you don't want to go full-on glam, try adding a pearl-encrusted headband. 

These two talented beauties know how to serve us some serious looks. Whether you're wearing locs, braids, or twists, this banded style is an excellent look for everything from an office party to a new year's soirée. 

Going natural doesn't mean you can't give your tresses a silk press. Tika Sumpter's 90s pony is worth switching it up.

Many people think short hair means less versatility, but anyone that's rocked a cropped cut knows that isn't the case. Adding clips and colorful bobby pins is a way to change your hair in seconds. 

Rihanna's crop over Bantu knots will make for a stunning holiday 'do. Using a product like Cantu's Shine + Sculpt Paste (it's the only things I use when putting my hair up) will help mold your knots in place while leaving them soft enough to let loose into waves post-event. 

Dayna's look here reminds us that playing with clip-ins is always a good idea. 

Box braids are the move year-round, and Beyoncé's hip-length braids are so good, they don't need to be styled. 

Lupita's pearl-encrusted faux locs remind us that accessories go beyond jewelry. Pearl bobby pins are relatively easy to find and offer a low maintenance approach to holiday hair. 

Unless you're one of the gifted people who have the skill and patience to braid your own hair, you may have to visit your braider for this one. What I like about this style is that it can be done without adding extensions, and you can add jewels to make it sparkle. 

Kiki Layne's pony has been on my list of things to do because it is so simple, yet glam. With a pack of one-dollar braiding hair and a few extra minutes, you'll have the perfect ponytail. 

If you want to add length without the commitment of a sew-in, give clip-ins a try. Recreating Kelly's hair look can be achieved within minutes thanks to clip-in options made for coily hair types. 

Are you someone who can braid your own hair? Kiki is offering more beauty inspiration (and a little nostalgia) with this look.

Danai Gurira is the ultimate hair chameleon. Her puff is likely something we're all familiar with styling, but her headband takes it up a notch. 

If only one side of your hair is cooperating before your big office party, don't panic—I've been there. Since clips are back, I recommend having a few sets on deck that are so pretty, no one will know you were having a hair-mergency. 

Kelly Rowland's headwrap screams holiday glam. You may not be able to find this wrap readily available, but if you want to channel your inner designer, a fabric store and some practice can make your headwrap dreams a reality.

New year, new you? (Or same, wonderful you?) Either way, wigs are a fun way to switch up your look with little investment (aside from the cost of the wig). This look would be ideal for a themed NYE shindig. 

Pulling the hair back can seem a bit unimaginative, but with style like this, you won't have to worry about being too simplistic.

I love this look because it's a mix of color, texture, and history. Not to mention, it seems pretty low maintenance. 

These cropped cornrows on Dewanda Wise are everything. You can follow her lead and embellish your hair with gold, or you can find hints of sparkle and color that suit your style.

Pins, pins, and more pins! Amandla's crowned pins would be a great match with Kiki's ponytail (see number 12). 

Box braids are one of the most versatile protective styles around. With a gold braiding string, you can recreate Lupita's gold-adorned braids. 

Here, Janelle Monae shows us again how to play with accessories. Her white hat, white suit, and white braiding string make for a perfect monochromatic moment.

Celebrity stylist Rebecca Gross' curls are always laid without a baby hair or a spiral out of place. Her sleek top knot is an option for any natural hair type with the right gel and hair tools. Just be sure not to make your knot too tight in the name of beauty. I've done that, and my hair was so snatched I couldn't think.