Long Party Hairstyles

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When you are going to a party, you want to knock people's socks off with your fabulous hairdo. For casual parties wear loose, flirty styles with a summer dress or jeans and a sweater. For more formal parties, spend time blow drying and curling your hair, then securing it in a striking updo.

Wavy Hair

Use a wide-barreled curling iron to give the front and ends of your hair romantic waves. Sweep bangs to the side and curl them slightly at the ends. This is one of the most popular styles in Hollywood, both on the red carpet and around town. Modify the style by pulling the hair above your ears to the back of your head and securing it with a jeweled barrette or a clip with a flower on it.

Straight Hair

Blow dry hair stick straight so that bangs hang flat against your forehead and chunky pieces hang straight, but stand out. Use styling cream or pomade at the ends of your hair to make the ends of your hair piecey -- and somewhat messy. This is a sexy style that can look very Gothic with dark clothing and eye makeup. Add flair by clipping bright-colored hair extensions into the back under-layer of your hair so they are visible when your hair hangs over your shoulders.

Updos

For fancy parties, try a French twist where your hair is twisted on the back of your head. Wear bangs swept to the side, or add interest by teasing the front of your hair and creating a high bump leading back into the twist. Pull hair back severely into a tight bun for a serious style or a high ponytail with straight bangs for a fun, fashion-forward look.

Big Hair

Volume makes your hair look fuller and sexier; it also makes you look like you are ready for a wild night. Get volume by putting loose-hold gel, mousse or styling cream in wet hair, then use a wide-barreled hairbrush to pull hair up from the scalp and dry it starting at the roots. Mist your roots with hairspray or volumizer to keep hair big. To polish the look, use a wide-barreled curling iron to tame the ends of your hair into soft curls.

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