40 Festive Black Hairstyles for 2025

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The festive season always inspires a little extra sparkle. From cosy Christmas dinners with family to glamorous New Year celebrations and everything in between, this is the time of year when getting dressed feels a little more special. Your hair plays a huge part in that festive feeling, whether you are stepping out for a party or simply want to feel put together during the holidays.

To help you celebrate in style, we have gathered forty of the best festive Black hairstyles for 2025. From natural hair looks to braids, wigs and weaves, this guide is packed with stunning ideas that work for different textures, lengths and personal styles.

Let this be your go to inspiration for festive Black hairstyles that feel bold, elegant and unapologetically you.

Festive Hairstyles for Natural Hair

High bun

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A high bun is a festive classic that never disappoints. It instantly gives a clean, elegant look while keeping your hair off your face and shoulders. This style works beautifully for office Christmas parties, formal dinners and even casual festive outings when you still want to look polished.

How to do it:

1. Brush your hair upward into a high ponytail at the crown of your head
2. Twist and wrap ponytail around to create a bun
3. Secure it with a hair band and bobby pins
4. Style you edges if you prefer

Flat Twists

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Flat twists are one of those styles that always look intentional and well put together. They are protective, low maintenance and last well through busy festive schedules.

How to do it:

1. Part your hair in as many sections you prefer
2. Twist close to the scalp, as far as you like
3. Pin the ends

Low bun

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A low bun is soft, chic and perfect if you prefer understated elegance. It pairs beautifully with statement earrings and festive makeup, making it ideal for Christmas dinners or formal events.

How to do it:

1. Gather your hair into a ponytail at the back of your neck
2. Twist and wrap it around to form a bun
3. Secure it with a hair band or bobby pins
4. You can leave out a few loose curls at the front to frame your face
5. Style you edges if you prefer

Half up half down curls

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This style is perfect for showing off healthy, defined curls while still giving some structure. It strikes a lovely balance between relaxed and dressed up, making it ideal for festive brunches or evening plans.

How to do it:

1. Gather the top section of your hair in a ponytail
2. Secure it with a hair band or small claw clip
3. Let the rest flow freely

Puff with braided front

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A puff is always a win, but adding braids at the front instantly elevates the look. This style looks intricate while still being easy to achieve and works beautifully for both day and night events.

How to do it:

1. Section of the front of your hair from ear to ear
2. Take a middle part in the front section
3. Starting at the top of your head, create a braid along your hairline whilst adding small bits of hair as you go
4. Repeat on the other side
5. Secure the rest of your hair into a puff

Curly updo

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A curly updo gives soft, romantic energy and is perfect for festive parties. It allows your curls to shine while creating a glamorous silhouette.

How to do it:

1. Define your curls
2. Pin your curls upward in small sections so they fall in soft shapes. Leave a few tendrils out for that effortless glam feel.

Cornrows with curly leave out

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This style blends sleekness with volume, giving you the best of both worlds. The cornrows add structure while the curls bring movement and softness, making it a stunning festive choice.

How to do it:

1. Cornrow the front or sides of your hair.
2. Leave the back curly

Puff with twisted front

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This is a great alternative if you want something different from braids. The twists add texture and detail while keeping the style quick and manageable.

How to do it:

1. Section of the front of your hair from ear to ear
2. Take a middle part in the front section
3. Starting at the top of your head, create a twist along your hairline whilst adding small bits of hair as you go
4. Repeat on the other side
5. Secure the rest of your hair into a puff

Hair down with accessories

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Sometimes the simplest styles make the biggest impact. Adding accessories can completely transform your natural hair and make it feel celebration ready. Think sparkly clips, headbands, gold cuffs or jewelled pins.

How to do it:

1. Wear your hair down
2. Decorate with some sparkly accessories

Space buns

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Space buns are fun, playful and perfect for festive parties or casual outings. They give a youthful feel while still allowing room to accessorise.

How to do it:

1. Part your hair in the middle
2. Tie each side into high buns and fluff them out
3. You can add ribbon or scrunchies to accessorise

Braided pigtails

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Braided pigtails are cute, nostalgic and full of personality. They work well on natural hair and are perfect for relaxed festive days.

How to do it:

1. Take a middle part
2. Braid both sections down
3. You can add colourful ribbon or tinsel to match your outfit.

Bubble pigtails

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Bubble pigtails are trendy and eye catching, especially on textured hair. They give a fun twist to a simple style.

How to do it:

1. Take a middle part
2. Tie both side into ponytails
3. Tie hair bands spaced equally apart then gently pull to create round bubbles

Statement clips

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Statement clips instantly elevate your natural hair. Add them to a middle part, side part or puff. They add sparkle without needing much effort and work beautifully for festive occasions.

How to do it:

1. Style your hair as desired

2. Add bold or sparkly clips to finish the look

Festive Hairstyles for Braids

Boho braids

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Boho braids bring soft curls and a relaxed festive feel. The mix of braids and wavy strands gives beautiful texture. Run mousse through the curls to keep them defined all night.

Red/Burgundy braids

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A pop of colour is always a vibe for the holidays. Burgundy or rich red braids bring warmth and festive flair. Style them up or down and let the colour do the talking.

Low ponytail

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A braided low ponytail is sleek, elegant and timeless. It works especially well for formal events or work Christmas dinners.

How to do it:

1. Gather your braids into a ponytail at the back of your neck
2. Secure with a hair band
3. Wrap one braid around the hair band for a neat finish.

High ponytail

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A high ponytail is bold and flattering. It lifts the face and shows off the length of your braids beautifully.

How to do it:

1. Gather your braids into a high ponytail at the crown of your head
2. Secure with a hair band
3. Wrap one braid around the hair band for a neat finish.

Half up half down

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This style gives you the best of both worlds. It keeps hair away from your face while still showing off your braids.

How to do it:

1. Gather the top half of your braids into a ponytail
2. Leave the bottom half flowing freely
3. Add a ribbon or a bow to dress up your look

High bun

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A high braided bun gives regal, statement energy. It is perfect for evenings when you want to look elegant and confident.

How to do it:

1. Gather your braids into a high ponytail
2. Twist the ponytail around to form a bun
3. Secure with a hairband or pins

Low bun

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Low braided buns are neat and sophisticated. Perfect for work dinners or formal events.

How to do it:

1. Gather your braids into a low ponytail
2. Twist the ponytail around to form a bun
3. Secure with a hairband or pins
4. Tuck the ends in securely for a smooth finish.

Half up half down bantu knots

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This bold style is perfect to make a statement and rock in confidence. It is great if you want something unique for festive celebrations.

How to do it:

1. Section the top half of your braids
2. Spilt the section into how many bantu knots you want
3. Twist each section into small buns and secure with pins
4. Leave the bottom half flowing freely

Updo

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A braided updo is a timeless choice and works great on curly braid styles such a French curls. It keeps your hair off your shoulders and lets your makeup or earrings stand out.

How to do it:

1. Tie your braids into a high or low ponytail
2. Arrange the curls loosely around the ponytail and secure it with pins

Space buns

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Space buns also look adorable with braids. It is youthful, fun and great for casual holiday outings.

How to do it:

1. Part your braids down the middle
2. Tie both sides into high ponytails
3. Wrap each ponytail round into a bun
4. Secure with pins or hair bands

Half up half down bun

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This style balances playful and polished and works well for day to night plans.

How to do it:

1. Gather the top half of your braids into a ponytail
2. Twist the ponytail around into a bun
3. Secure with pins
4. Leave the bottom half flowing freely

Twisted headband

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The twisted headband style frames your face beautifully and looks festive without much effort.

How to do it:

1. Split the front of your braids from ear to ear
2. Starting on one side, twist the front section along the hairline, adding more braids as you go
3. Secure the ends at the back of your head with pins
4. Leave the rest of your hair down

Half up half down braided pigtails

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This style is perfect if your love a soft and girly finish. It is cute and perfect for relaxed celebrations.

How to do it:

1. Take a middle part
2. Leave two braids out at the front to frame your face
3. Tie the top half of your braids into pigtails on both sides
4. Braid both pigtails and secure with a hairband
5. Leaving the bottom half down

Festive Hairstyles for Wigs

Soft curly updo

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Pin your hair into a soft updo for a romantic festive look and instant festive glamour.

How to do it:

1. If you have a curly wig define the curls, if you have a straight wig curl the hair
2. Leave a few curls out at the front to frame your face
3. Pin curls loosely so they fall naturally 

Half up half down bun

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This wig style gives you a casual but glam vibe. Dress this style up by curling the ends of your hair or leaving out some bangs.

How to do it:

1. Smooth the top half of your hair into a ponytail
2. Wrap the ponytail into a bun
3. Let the rest flow.

Burgundy wig

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A burgundy wig is festive, bold and gorgeous. The colour suits winter beautifully and works well with soft waves or straight textures.

Fronts twisted back

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Middle part

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A clean middle part wig is simple but always looks sleek and chic.

How to do it:

1. Take a middle part
2. Add a little mousse or wax to keep the part crisp and the hair sleek

Chocolate brown wig

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Chocolate brown is a warm and flattering shade for winter. It looks rich and elegant under festive lights.

Braids pulled back

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This style is great for a girly and regal look.

How to do it:

1. Take a middle part
2. Leave a small section of hair out at the front to frame your face
3. Starting from the middle braid your hair adding small bits of hair as you go
4. Secure the braid with pins at the back of your head
5. Repeat on the other side
6. Curl the ends if you like a voluminous look or keep it straight for a sleek look

Hollywood waves

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Hollywood waves give full festive glamour and drama.

How to do it:

• Use a wide barrel wand to curl your hair
• Brush the curls out gently for that classic flowing wave

Curls with rhinestones

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The best way to add festive glam is by adding shine and sparkle. It is subtle but stunning for Christmas dinners or New Year parties.

How to do it:

1. Take a middle part
2. Section your hair from ear to ear and pin them behind your ears
3. Curl the rest of your hair
4. Add tiny rhinestones or pearl pins to the front section of hair

Festive Hairstyles for Weaves

Single braid

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Add a single braid a charming and effortless style for casual gatherings and glam occasions.

Sleek low ponytail

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A sleek low ponytail looks polished and works beautifully with straight or body wave weaves.

Sleek high ponytail

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The high ponytail is bold and glamorous. It lifts your features and gives plenty of movement.

Ponytail with side braid

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Adding a braid against your scalp adds personality without changing your full style.