Should I wash my hair before a homecoming updo?

Wash the night before, not the morning of. Freshly washed hair is too slippery to hold pins; a day of natural texture gives the style something to grip.

How far in advance should I book event hair?

Four to six weeks for homecoming and prom season, and further for wedding dates — stylists book out fast in spring and autumn.

How do I stop my updo falling out while dancing?

Bobby pins crossed in an X hold far better than pins pushed straight in, and a flexible-hold spray beats a stiff one — rigid hair snaps rather than moves.

Occasion & Event Hair · 45 guides

Occasion & Event Hair

Event hair has one job the everyday version does not: it has to look the same at midnight as it did at six. These guides cover the styles worth booking, what to do the night before, and the pins and products that keep a look standing.

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Every occasion guide

Curly

20 Graduation Hairstyles for Curly Hair That Hold Under the Cap

20 Hoco Curly Hair Ideas That Beat Humidity

20 Hoco Hairstyles for Curly Hair

Low maintenance

20 Steps To Do Your Own Hoco Hair In 30 Minutes

15 Easy Graduation Hairstyles You Can Do in Ten Minutes

15 Easy Hoco Hair Ideas I Did Myself

25 Stunning Hoco Hairstyles That Are Easy To Do

20 Easy Hoco Hair Ideas Anyone Can Do

Short

Hoco Hair: Short vs Medium Length Ideas

15 Cute Hoco Hairstyles for Short Hair

20 Graduation Hairstyles for Short Hair That Keep the Cap On

Long

20 Sleek Hoco Hairstyles For Straight Long Hair

20 Graduation Hairstyles for Long Hair That Hold All Day

25 Elegant Hoco Updos That Hold All Night Long

20 Gorgeous Hoco Hairstyles Down For Long Hair

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