The best Halloween hairstyles do the following: Stretch our imaginations. Inspire whimsy and magic. And—most importantly—are easy (or at the very least easy enough without having to hire an entire glam squad) to do on our own. With Halloween just a few days away, the pressure is on if you’re still looking for a costume. But don’t fret—this guide is here to help get those creative juices flowing.
From classic fictional characters (Barbie, Little Mermaid, Cinderella, etc.) to the reigning pop princess, there’s a look for everyone. Below are 20 Halloween hairstyles to try out this spooky season. Once you have the hair down (up, braided, or whatever catches your fancy), the makeup and the rest will follow pretty easily. For a little more inspiration, check out these celebrity looks.
Whimsical Balletcore
Taking inspiration from the biggest beauty trend that emerged at New York Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2024, ribbon hair makes for a romantic—and easy—Halloween hair look. Celebrity hairstylist Lacy Redway created these “Barre Braids” at Christian Siriano, where she gathered the ends of two braids into a low bun. Ribbon was then weaved in between to resemble that of a corset for the ultimate balletcore hair.