Faux bobs are inherently festive, which is why Stacy Kiebler's modern take on it for this year's Academy Awards is one of our favorites to try this season. To copy it, create a deep side part, and then use a 1.25-inch barrel iron to curl sections of your hair. Tease your hair gently using a teasing brush, and then use multiple bobby pins to tuck curled sections of your hair at the nape of your neck. (See how we tried it here). Top off your look with natural, glowy makeup for an overall glamorous effect.

Ponytails may well be the most practical hairstyle for any party involving wine, spirits, dancing and mistletoe. But the key to making them look just as fabulous as they are functional is the styling. To get this look, use a flat iron to straighten your hair and tame any flyaways. Then create a deep center part as you smooth your hair back to a low ponytail. Secure your ponytail with an elastic and finish with a sleek accessory.

If your holiday look is more about your outfit, opt for a chic, slicked-back style like Emma Watson's. Just blow dry or flat iron any wavy sections of your hair, and then create a deep side part. Apply a styling pomade or gel over the top and sides of your hair, and then use a soft bristle brush to smooth your hair back to a low ponytail at the nape of your neck. Twist and wrap your ponytail ends around the base of the elastic and secure with a bobby pin. Spritz your style with a little shine serum for an extra radiant finish.

Going for a hairstyle that's sure to turn heads? Embrace your natural texture (or just fake it using the smallest of these hot tools) to create a super trendy updo paired with festive holiday makeup. Mist a moisturizing spray all over your hair, and then gather your hair up to your crown. Twist and pin sections of your hair down to secure, allowing the ends to fall forward and frame your face evenly. Top it off with a little shine serum and bam -- pretty-frizzy made gorgeous.

A cropped cut like Ciara's can easily be made party-perfect in just a few steps. On dry hair, part your hair off to the side and use a 1-inch flat iron to wave sections of your hair away from your face. Apply a dollop of texturizing pomade to your fingertips and rake through your waves using your fingers to create a piece-y look. Pair your hairstyle with smoky eye makeup, full lashes and highlighter for polished finish.