The holiday season is here meaning sparkling lights, festive celebrations and the perfect excuse to treat your hair. Whether you're attending a chic Christmas dinner, a work event or a glamorous New Year’s Eve party, a beautifully styled look can transform your entire presence.
At BRUSH Amsterdam, our stylists specialize in creating hairstyles that combine luxury, longevity, and effortless glamour. In this guide, we share the holiday hair trends our guests are requesting most plus expert tips on achieving salon-worthy results at home.
Why Holiday Hairstyles Matter More Than Ever
The holiday season brings colder weather, dry air and packed social calendars all of which make your hair routine more important. A polished, dimensional style enhances your features, complements your outfit, and gives you that extra confidence boost during the busiest (and most photographed!) time of the year.
And the best part? Holiday looks don’t need to be overly complicated. With the right techniques, tools, and finishing products, you can achieve styles that last from cocktail hour through midnight.
The Top Holiday Hairstyle Trends for 2024–2025
1. Hollywood Luxe Waves — Timeless, Glamorous, and Red Carpet-Worthy
Old Hollywood glamour continues to dominate holiday beauty trends. Soft, polished waves create instant elegance and flatter all face shapes and hair types.
Why BRUSH clients love this look:
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Stunning for Christmas and NYE
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Works beautifully on extensions
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Smooth, glossy finish that photographs perfectly
Our stylists often use a soft curl tong to create this look for long-lasting results.
2. The Sleek High Ponytail — Sophisticated & Ultra-Chic
A glossy high ponytail is the ultimate sleek holiday look. It’s powerful, modern, and pairs flawlessly with bold makeup or statement earrings.
Pro Tip:
Our signature BRUSH ponytails stay smooth using professional smoothening products to prep hair and help with humidity resistance and mirror-like shine.
3. The Soft, Textured Blowout — Effortless Luxury
Think bouncy, expensive-looking hair with natural movement. Our stylists use hot air brushes for a smooth and voluminous finish.
Why it’s trending:
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Looks natural yet elevated
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Works for all hair lengths
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Pairs beautifully with winter fashion
4. Polished Updos — For Elegant Dinners & Gala Events
Chignons, twisted buns, and sleek low knots are making a comeback for their timeless charm and low-maintenance wearability.
Perfect for:
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Black-tie events
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Christmas dinners
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NYE celebrations
Our team specializes in sculpted yet soft-looking updos that remain comfortable all evening.
5. Half-Up Glam — Romantic, Lifting & Universally Flattering
This look adds height, elongates the face, and blends beautifully with curls or waves. Ideal for clients who want hair off their face without committing to a full updo.
At BRUSH, we customize:
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Volume level
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Curl pattern
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Finish (smooth, textured, romantic)
What Tools You Need for Holiday-Ready Hair
At BRUSH, we only work with high-performing professional tools to ensure long-lasting, healthy results. For holiday styling, our specialists recommend:
MANE MAVEN Zigzag Brush
Perfect for detangling, smoothing and styling without breakage. The hair essential for both natural hair and extensions.
A Soft Curl Tong
Creates beautiful, even curls that stay intact through long winter nights.
A professional Hairdryer
Fast, gentle drying that enhances shine and reduces frizz.
Appointments fill quickly in December, so book early to secure the perfect time slot.
✨ BOOK NOW — Let’s make your holiday hair shine brighter than the lights.✨