Not into wearing antlers and Christmas ornaments on your hair? Here are chic hair accessories you can wear as an alternative.

10 Hair Accessories to Wear to Your Holiday Party

Looking forward to glamming it up for your Christmas party? Jazz up your holiday look with these trendy hair accessories.

By: All Things Beauty

December 15, 2021

Read Time: 3 Minutes

Giant Bow
Festive Headband
Chic Bandana
Statement Hat
Oversized Scrunchie
Claw Clip
Crystal Hair Comb
Barrettes
Hair Glitter
Sticky Rhinestones

The holiday party season has begun. Nothing changes the fact that you’ll have to dress up, dress down, or whatever “theme” is required for your soirée. The good thing is, your options are not limited to Christmas headwear like antlers and candy canes. You could try jazzing up your look with these trendy hair accessories.

Woman wearing a giant white bow and oversize blazer

Ariana Grande proves that there’s no such thing as wearing too many bows

Bows of all shapes and sizes have been around since the 1940s. Fortunately, they are enjoying their moment in the spotlight today. Versatile, full of character, and eye-catching, bows are definitely worthy of the office Christmas party. Try Ariana’s way and wear two of them: one to secure your ponytail and another to stylishly keep your neck warm.

Woman wearing an embellished headband and pink jacket

Sadie Sink adds a youthful vibe to a grown-up jacket with a bejeweled headband.

A festive headband is one of the easiest ways to add holiday cheer to your wardrobe. Bonus points if it sparkles, like this one on Sadie Sink. If you don’t have an embellished headband, then make one! Take a wide plastic headband and glue on your favorite beads and gems.

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Woman sitting by the pool wearing a swimsuit and a bandana

Chill out in a chic bandana like Selena Gomez.

If your holiday party is going to be at the beach (lucky you), maybe steer clear of beads and bedazzled anything. They’d be difficult to keep clean, not to mention chlorine and saltwater could damage them. Instead, opt for a chic silk bandana worn so effortlessly like Selena Gomez. For a tropical or beach-themed party, keep it classy by wearing loungewear, not swimwear. A bandana would complete the look nicely and add a ‘60s cool-girl vibe.

Woman in a purple dress and leopard print hat and gloves

Glam it up like Anya Taylor-Joy with a statement hat.

If you love going glam, red lips, smoky eyes, high heels, shapewear, and all, consider adding a statement hat to your outfit. Think of it as your tree topper — therefore it must be a real standout, like this leopard print hat on Anya Taylor-Joy. Note the contrasting purple dress and the matching leopard print gloves. Don’t be afraid to go over the top. Of all the hair accessories, this one calls for it.

Woman holding a glass while wearing a white sweater, sunglasses, and sunscreen

Hailey Bieber wears it like it is, sunnies, scrunchie, face cream, the works.

Not all holiday parties are going to be glamorous. Some of them will be super comfy and that’s okay! The moment your party organizer tells you to “come as you are,” take it as your opportunity to rock your comfiest loungewear, tie your hair in a fun scrunchie, and moisturize while you’re at it. It’s not the worst idea — you’ll still be on-trend. The best part is you can go straight to bed after all the festivities.

IVE's Wonyoung in a black dress sitting in front of a white dinner table.

Wonyoung shows how claw clip can look sophisticated and luxurious. (Instagram.com/for_everyoung10)

No one wants messy hair by the time they're done dancing at a holiday party. The solution? Bring a claw clip to add subtle glamour to a good ol' updo. It's super versatile and comes in many different designs, from quirky to whimsical. And when the moment calls for a dramatic hair flip, just unclasp it from your hair and let it flow.

Woman with twisted bun hairstyle and crystal comb.

Even the simplest hair comb can make such a big impact on your overall look. (Instagram.com/jlu_design)

When it comes to formal dress codes, hair accessories can turn your look from average to red-carpet-worthy. If you're not a fan of tiaras or headbands, a crystal hair comb is a more subtle alternative. There are many ways to wear it. You can make it as a centerpiece to your bun or position it to one side for a more dramatic effect.

Red Velvet's Irene wearing a set of barrettes doing a duck face.

Match your barrettes with your outfit like Irene! (Instagram.com/renebaebae)

These hair baubles are the upgraded version of the ones you wore back in middle school. They're super trendy and can make any outfit look extra cool. Case in point? Irene's matching set of barrettes adds a playful charm to her casual OOTD. Experiment with different colors and shapes, which can unlock a world of styling possibilities.

Woman with braided space buns and gold glitter covering her hair.

First, apply the hair gel on the desired areas. Then, sprinkle the glitter on top. (Instagram.com/itsinyourdreams)

No other hair accessories scream festive as loud as glitter. It comes in a variety of forms, from gel and spray to loose powder. The best part is you can sprinkle it on anywhere you want. Glitter on a ponytail? Yes, please. Shimmering disco curls? Drop dead gorg. TBH, you really can't go wrong with it. Just make sure to shampoo your hair really nice afterward.

Woman with red, long hair and dazzling gems sticking on her hair.

Hair gems are more low-key and practical than hair glitter. (Instagram.com/justinemarjan)

Remember the hair bedazzler that used to be on every girl's Christmas wishlist? Well, it's now TikTok's hottest hair trend, and we can totally see why. Putting shiny gems all over your hair might seem unconventional, but it's a genius way to bring an extra layer of chicness to your holiday party attire. And don't worry, you can use hair glue to safely attach the rhinestones to your strands.